😱 Why Rivian R2 Could be the Next Model Y

From The Duke of Middleville. 😍If Purchasing a Rivian use my referral code: CURTIS1921388 to receive 500 referral points! Gas prices are rising fast, oil markets are unstable, and that could make the Rivian R2 launch way more important than people realize. In this video, I break down why the Rivian R2 may be arriving…

😍 Gen 1 R1S Gets Launch Control! (Rivian 2026.03)

From The Duke of Middleville. Rivian just dropped Update 2026.03 and my Generation 1 Rivian R1S finally got the feature I’ve been waiting for: LAUNCH CONTROL. This is a big deal because Launch Control was previously tied to higher-performance configurations like the Tri-Motor and Quad-Motor, and I’m driving a Quad Motor Gen 1 R1S—so I’m…

😱 Rivian R2 Buyer’s MISTAKE

From The Duke of Middleville. Choosing between the Gen 2 and the upcoming Gen 3 Rivian R2 isn’t just a preference—it’s the difference between the Smartest Way to Buy and a costly depreciation trap! In this deep-dive, I break down the critical factors that will affect the resale value and long-term enjoyment of your R2…

😱 Why Cameras Alone Isn’t Enough

From The Duke of Middleville. Cameras are incredibly powerful — but in autonomous driving, cameras alone can only estimate reality. This video explains why that isn’t enough. Using a simple real-world analogy, I break down the idea of ground truth in self-driving systems. It’s the difference between guessing a measurement with your eyes and checking…