Do you support Rivian air suspension loading?

Yes — our EV-experienced carriers know to request the air suspension be lowered for clearance and use soft-strap loading on the wheels only.

What charge level should my Rivian be at for shipping?

20-50% is the safe range. Full charge adds unnecessary battery weight; under 20% risks shutdown during multi-day transit.

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Battery-safe transport with Rivian-experienced carriers. Transport-mode loading, soft-strap only.

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Brand intel

What to know about shipping a Rivian

Rivian R1T and R1S shipping requires EV-experienced carriers familiar with the air-suspension loading drop and the soft-strap-only requirement. We recommend open transport for most Rivian shipments — the vehicles are built for highway exposure and the cost saving over enclosed is significant. The two consistently-missed prep steps are charging to the 20-50% transport range and lowering the air suspension for loading clearance.

Pre-ship checklist

Five steps before pickup day

These are the prep steps every Rivian owner should complete before the carrier arrives. Skipping them is the #1 cause of pickup delays.

1
Enable transport mode and lower the air suspension to the lowest setting for loading clearance.
2
Charge to between 20% and 50%.
3
Confirm soft-strap loading with the carrier — no hooks on the frame.
4
Remove gear tunnel and frunk contents (carriers don't insure personal property).
5
Disable the alarm and provide the carrier with temporary access via the Rivian app.

Handling

How carriers handle a Rivian

Air suspension must be set to Lowest before loading — otherwise ramp angle is too steep.

Soft-strap loading only — no chassis hooks or chains.

Battery is safe at 20-50% charge during multi-day transit.

Questions

Questions about shipping a Rivian

Direct answers from our dispatch team.

Yes — open transport is the default for Rivian and is what most owners choose. Enclosed is available for new-delivery vehicles or paint-protection-sensitive owners.