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Coleman Law Files Nationwide Class Action Against Rivian Over Promised Self-Driving Capabilities

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Complaint Contends Rivian Sold Thousands of Vehicles Missing the Hardware Required to Deliver Level 3 Autonomous Driving

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Coleman Law PLLC has filed a nationwide consumer class action lawsuit against Rivian Automotive, Inc., alleging the electric vehicle manufacturer engaged in a years-long campaign of false, deceptive, and misleading marketing — promising consumers that its first-generation (“Gen 1”) R1T and R1S vehicles would be capable of Level 3 autonomous driving, while manufacturing those vehicles without the hardware required to do so.

The complaint, filed on behalf of a nationwide class and state-specific classes in California, Michigan, and Wisconsin, alleges that Rivian’s promises of “true hands-free operation” were not aspirational roadmap statements but “explicit” and “unequivocal” representations made directly to consumers.

The complaint further alleges Rivian knew, or recklessly disregarded, that these representations were false when made.

“Rivian spent years promising customers of its first-generation vehicles true hands-free, self-driving capabilities knowing all along that it could not deliver on its promises,” says Jarret Raab, Partner at Coleman Law PLLC. “Our clients paid a significant premium for technology that Rivian now admits was a dead end from the start.”

What Rivian Promised

According to the complaint, beginning in November 2018 and continuing through at least March 2023, Rivian represented — through its website, public statements by founder and CEO RJ Scaringe, its sales team, and company-sponsored events — that every Gen 1 vehicle would be capable of Level 3 autonomy through its proprietary “Driver+” system.

The complaint quotes Rivian’s own website, which stated from late 2018 through at least October 2020:

“WE’LL TAKE THE WHEEL, YOU TAKE IN THE SCENERY. Level 3 autonomy will be available on every Rivian vehicle. By allowing you to take your hands off the wheel and your eyes off the road, you’ll get to see more of the world as you cruise through it.”

According to the complaint, since November 2020, Rivian has actively represented its Driver+ system — including Level 3 autonomous self-driving — as standard on every vehicle it builds, promising the “complete hardware package” with “all Driver+ enhancements” delivered “over-the-air at no expense.”

Consumers relied on these promises when deciding to purchase Gen 1 vehicles at prices materially inflated by those representations, the complaint contends.

What Rivian Delivered

The complaint alleges that Rivian’s autonomous driving representations were “simply untrue,” as the Driver+ system was “never designed” to support the type of autonomous driving Rivian claimed its vehicles could perform.

From the complaint, “Rivian manufactured its Gen 1 Vehicles without the hardware, cameras, sensors, and compute to enable hands-free driving and/or Level 3 autonomous operation… No software update—no matter how sophisticated—will enable its Gen 1 Vehicles to perform as advertised.”

Accordingly, plaintiffs and class members claim they did not receive what they paid for, and instead received vehicles that are substantially less capable, thereby materially less valuable, than Rivian represented them to be.

About The Complaint

The case is brought by three named plaintiffs — one based in California, one in Michigan, and one in Wisconsin — on behalf of a proposed National Class of all U.S. purchasers or lessees of Gen 1 Rivian R1T and R1S vehicles, as well as state-specific classes in California, Michigan, and Wisconsin, and a Multi-State Consumer Protection Class.

The complaint asserts nine counts against Rivian, including fraudulent concealment — contending Rivian had exclusive knowledge that its Gen 1 vehicles lacked the hardware to deliver promised autonomous capabilities — negligent misrepresentation, and unjust enrichment. The complaint further alleges violations of state consumer protection statutes in California, Michigan, Wisconsin, and consumer protection statutes across additional states encompassing the Multi-State Consumer Protection Class.

Plaintiffs seek class certification, injunctive relief prohibiting Rivian from continuing the alleged conduct, actual and compensatory damages, punitive and exemplary damages, restitution and disgorgement, attorneys’ fees and costs, and all other relief the Court deems proper.

Plaintiffs have demanded a trial by jury.

Check Your Eligibility

Owners or lessees of first-generation Rivian R1T or R1S vehicles who purchased their vehicle based on representations about Level 3 autonomous driving or hands-free capability may be eligible to participate.

To check your eligibility, visit the Coleman Law website.

About Coleman Law PLLC

Coleman Law PLLC is a national consumer protection firm built on a simple premise: the law was designed to apply equally to all. For decades, award-winning Greg Coleman and his team of decorated attorneys have represented thousands of consumers in mass arbitration and class action proceedings against some of the nation’s largest manufacturers and most powerful corporations.

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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