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5 Cool Facts About The Ecto-1 Every Ghostbusters Fan Should Know

Rivian has created a one-of-a-kind Ecto-R1 tribute vehicle based on its R1S SUV for the Halloween season. Alongside the physical show car, the automaker introduced a special software update that brings Ghostbusters-themed games, lights, and sounds to Rivian vehicles. These holiday features remain active through November 2. Meanwhile, pop culture discussions have spotlighted the historic origins of the original 21-foot anti-paranormal hearse from the classic supernatural comedy, detailing its rare 1959 Cadillac and Miller-Meteor build, dual hearse-ambulance background, and various behind-the-scenes Hollywood production attributes.

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  • ✓ Rivian built a one-of-a-kind Ecto-R1 vehicle using an R1S SUV for the Halloween season.
  • ✓ Rivian added a Ghostbusters car mode and software update that brings themed games, lights, and sounds to vehicles.
  • ✓ The Halloween features for Rivian owners are available through November 2.
  • ✓ The original Ecto-1 is a 21-foot anti-paranormal vehicle built on a 1959 Cadillac and Miller-Meteor chassis.
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Rivian built a custom Ecto-R1 show car and rolled out a Ghostbusters-themed software update for vehicle owners.

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  1. Rivian Transforms SUV Into Ecto-R1 For Halloween

    Rivian has created a one-of-a-kind Ecto-R1 tribute vehicle based on its R1S SUV for the Halloween season. Alongside the physical show car, the automaker introduced a special software update that brings Ghostbusters-themed games, lights, and sounds to Rivian vehicles. These holiday features remain active through November 2. Meanwhile, pop culture discussions have spotlighted the historic origins of the original 21-foot anti-paranormal hearse from the classic supernatural comedy, detailing its rare 1959 Cadillac and Miller-Meteor build, dual hearse-ambulance background, and various behind-the-scenes Hollywood production attributes.

    Why it matters

    The original Ecto-1 is widely recognized as one of the most famous movie vehicles in Hollywood history, originating from the 1984 supernatural comedy film directed by Ivan Reitman and written by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis. Automakers frequently lean into nostalgic movie branding around the Halloween season to engage enthusiasts. Modern tributes like the Ecto-R1 bridge classic cinematic history with contemporary electric vehicle technology and software capabilities.

    What is confirmed

    • Rivian built a one-of-a-kind Ecto-R1 vehicle using an R1S SUV for the Halloween season.
    • Rivian added a Ghostbusters car mode and software update that brings themed games, lights, and sounds to vehicles.
    • The Halloween features for Rivian owners are available through November 2.
    • The original Ecto-1 is a 21-foot anti-paranormal vehicle built on a 1959 Cadillac and Miller-Meteor chassis.

    What to watch next

    • Whether Rivian will roll out similar themed software modes for future holidays
    • Future vehicle rankings featuring classic movie cars
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    1. Jalopnik — 5 Cool Facts About The Ecto-1 Every Ghostbusters Fan Should Know
    2. ABC7 Los Angeles — Rivian channels 'Ghostbusters' with one-of-a-kind Ecto-R1 for Halloween season
    3. Design News — Rivian Adds Ghostbusters Halloween Car Mode
    4. Autoguide.com — Rivian Turns SUV Into Ghostbusters Tribute Truck In Time For Halloween
    5. www.jalopnik.com — 5 Cool Facts About The Ecto-1 Every Ghostbusters Fan Should Know - Jalopnik
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    7. www.peepstune.com — Ecto-1 Explained: 5 Facts Ghostbusters Fans Should Know
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    10. en.wikipedia.org — Ghostbusters - Wikipedia
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    12. www.gadgetreview.com — Rivian Builds a Ghostbusters Ecto-1 From an R1S for Halloween
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