One of the original Ghostbusters is back on the case; Bill Murray shows up in a newly upgraded Rivian as his Ecto-1, taking a house call to bust Slimer as the legendary Peter Venkman.Yes, Slimer is back too, in all his glowing ectoplasm green glory, to show the tricks the electric car titan has under its Ecto-R1 hood this Halloween season.The spot directed by Gil Kenan (Ghostbusters: Afterlife) brings back Murray as Venkman, outfitted in his gear with Ghostbusters-integrated tech in the Rivian Ecto-R1, which will be coming to the electric vehicle, beginning October 9.Now, those ghost-hunting-inspired capabilities, aptly called Trick or Treat Mode, might only bust the paranormal in the movie universe, but they're going to make your Rivian ride sound and look awesome.Related: Longtime Music Fan Bill Murray Names This 12-Piece Ensemble Led by a Powerhouse Married Couple the 'Greatest Live Band in the World'Here's what you can expect:Courtesy of: RivianCourtesy of: RivianLights & Sounds: Select between Ecto-1, Proton Pack, Slimer, Ghost Trap, Peter Venkman, or Random. Each pairs custom exterior LED sequences with iconic soundscapes. Trigger a show on demand or enable Motion Mode to let your vehicle react whenever someone walks past. Custom Lock Sounds: Swap your lock sound to Ecto-1 on R1 Gen 1 or choose between Ecto-1, Proton Pack, or Chant on R1 Gen 2 and R2.Courtesy of: RivianCourtesy of: RivianScavenger Hunt: Interactive clue cards send you hunting for hidden characters tucked inside familiar screens—Drive Modes, Gear Guard settings, side cameras, and the Energy app. Uncovering a Ghost Guard or Slimer character triggers a unique animation and audio.Voice Assistant: Rivian Assistant* picks up a distinctively eerie tone for the season. Ask it to run an exterior light show, read a hunt clue, or play a specific sound effect. 'Mallow Mash: A center-screen arcade experience where you pop Mini-Pufts marshmallow men against the clock while parked.How to Get the Update:Courtesy of: RivianCourtesy of: RivianTo access these features, ensure your vehicle software and Rivian mobile app are updated to the latest versions (R2 is 2026.36.40 version and R1 is 2026.36.0). Once updated, a prompt will appear on your driver display asking if you'd like to "hunt some ghosts," taking you straight to the Ghostbusters app.Courtesy of: RivianCourtesy of: RivianThe Ecto-R1 seen in the spot was built with the Ghostbusters 1984 iconic movie vehicle in mind and will only be available as a showcase piece at Rivian retail spaces in Laguna Beach, Austin, Venice, Miami Brickell, San Francisco, and New York City. Select locations, including the NYC hub, will host celebrations with limited-edition merch and themed drinks to celebrate the Halloween collab. Fans will also be able to see the Ecto-R1 builds at the NYC Village Halloween Parade on the East Coast. Over on the West Coast it might just answer some calls at Menchie's Frozen Yogurt pop-up in Los Angeles. You know, in case Slimer makes it out again, that's totally where he'd head.Halloween Mode is live from October 9 to November 2, 2026, through Rivian.
