Parking-sensor compatible positioning
KT-26 was developed and vehicle-tested to position the license plate outside the normal detection area of the R1 front parking sensors.
KramzarTech Automotive / KT-26
KT-26 R1T / R1S Tow Hook License Plate Mount
A front plate mount engineered around the R1.
KT-26 provides a clean, no-drill front license plate mounting solution for the Rivian R1T and R1S. Its offset geometry is designed to maintain front parking-sensor functionality while a dual-material tow-hook clamp provides secure positioning, rotation resistance, and a compliant protective interface against the vehicle.
Designed for integration
Function in every detail.
Adjustable positioning
Built-in lateral adjustment allows the final plate position to be shifted slightly during installation so parking-sensor clearance can be tuned for the individual vehicle.
No-drill tow-hook mounting
Attaches to the factory front tow hook without drilling or permanently modifying the vehicle.
Dual-material clamp
A rigid structural mount works together with a compliant Engineering TPU Air tow-hook interface.
Rotation resistance
The compressed TPU interface conforms to the tow-hook surface and increases grip to help resist unwanted plate rotation during normal use.
Protective vehicle interface
The soft, compressible TPU material isolates the rigid mount from the tow-hook contact surface.
Highway validated
Development units have completed highway-speed road testing with stable plate positioning.
Vehicle integration
Designed around the R1 parking sensors.
Tow-hook license plate mounting introduces a packaging challenge: the plate must be positioned securely without entering the detection area of the vehicle’s front parking sensors.
KT-26 uses an intentionally offset architecture to place the license plate away from the normal sensor detection area.
The design has been physically validated on-vehicle with the Rivian front parking sensors active.
Limited lateral adjustment allows the installer to tune the final position slightly left or right for the individual vehicle.
Verify normal parking-sensor operation after final installation.
Development evidence
Validated in real-world use.
Parking sensor validation
KT-26 has been tested on-vehicle with the factory Rivian front parking sensors active. Offset geometry and limited lateral adjustment allow the plate position to be tuned while maintaining normal sensor operation.
Highway testing
KT-26 development units have been road-tested at highway speeds with stable plate positioning. No unwanted rotation or loss of position was observed during normal highway use in KramzarTech testing.
Automatic car-wash testing
KT-26 development units have successfully completed multiple automatic car-wash cycles without observed damage or loss of position.
Dual-material engineering
Two materials. Two different jobs.
KT-26 intentionally separates the structural and vehicle-interface functions of the mount.
The rigid primary structure provides the load-carrying geometry, plate support, clamp structure, and visible finish.
Engineering TPU Air provides grip, compliance, compression, and the protective contact surface against the tow hook.
Instead of asking one material to perform two conflicting jobs, KT-26 uses each material where its properties are most useful.
Material options
Choose the primary structure.
Every configuration uses Engineering TPU Air as the secondary contact material.
Tough Collection
A durable general-purpose configuration with the widest selection of colors.
- BlackPETG
- WhitePETG
- TranslucentPETG
- BluePETG
- OrangePETG
Engineering Collection
Specialty engineering materials and finishes for a more distinctive configuration.
- BlackABS
- MarsalaPETG-CF
- Sparkle GreenASA
Vehicle fitment
Confirmed and expected, clearly separated.
Confirmed
Gen 1
- Rivian R1T
- Rivian R1S
KT-26 has confirmed compatibility with the first-generation R1 tow-hook configuration represented by 2021–2024 production vehicles.
Physical validation pending
Gen 2
- Rivian R1T
- Rivian R1S
The compliant KT-26 tow-hook clamp architecture is expected to accommodate the Gen 2 R1 tow-hook configuration without modification. KramzarTech has not yet completed physical Gen 2 vehicle validation.
Gen 2 customers must verify that the clamp fully seats, securely retains the assembly, maintains surrounding clearance, and allows normal parking-sensor operation before road use.
Product gallery
The system, made clear.
The bare KT-26 mount appears early so the included product remains unambiguous.
Technical specifications
Known details, plainly stated.
- Product
- KT-26
- Application
- Rivian R1T / R1S front license plate mounting
- Mounting
- Factory front tow hook
- Vehicle modification
- None required
- Plate geometry
- Offset from tow-hook centerline
- Adjustment
- Limited lateral adjustment for parking-sensor clearance
- Parking sensors
- Designed and vehicle-tested to maintain normal front parking-sensor operation
- Primary structure
- PETG, ABS, PETG-CF, or ASA depending on configuration
- Tow-hook interface
- Engineering TPU Air
- Confirmed fitment
- R1T / R1S Gen 1
- Gen 2
- Expected compatibility; physical validation pending
- Testing
- On-vehicle parking-sensor validation; highway-speed road testing; multiple automatic car-wash development tests
- Automatic car-wash recommendation
- Remove before use
- Optional accessory
- KT-34 Front License Plate Frame — sold separately
Important use information
Use the mount for its intended job.
- KT-26 is a license plate mounting accessory, not a towing or vehicle-recovery component.
- Remove KT-26 before using the associated tow hook for any load-bearing operation.
- Inspect mounting hardware and positioning periodically.
- Verify normal parking-sensor operation after installation.
- Automatic car-wash use is not recommended; remove KT-26 before entering one.
- Vehicle configurations and production tolerances may change. Verify proper fitment before road use.
KT-26 RideMount
Installation Guide
Download the KT-26 RideMount Installation Guide for complete mounting, adjustment, and proximity-sensor setup instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Before installation.
Does KT-26 require drilling?
No. KT-26 attaches to the factory front tow hook and does not require drilling or permanent vehicle modification.
Will KT-26 interfere with the front parking sensors?
KT-26 was specifically developed to avoid interference with the R1 front parking sensors and has been validated on-vehicle with the sensors active. Limited lateral adjustment allows the final plate position to be tuned during installation. Verify normal parking-sensor operation after final installation.
What helps prevent the plate from rotating?
A compliant Engineering TPU Air interface is compressed between the mount and tow hook. It conforms to the contact surface and increases grip while providing a protective interface between the rigid mount and vehicle.
Has KT-26 been highway tested?
Yes. KT-26 development units have completed highway-speed testing with stable plate positioning and excellent results.
Can I use KT-26 in an automatic car wash?
Development units have successfully completed multiple automatic car-wash cycles. Automatic car-wash use is nevertheless not recommended because equipment and operating conditions vary substantially. Remove KT-26 before entering an automatic car wash.
Is the KT-34 license plate frame included?
No. KT-34 is an optional KramzarTech license plate frame shown in some KT-26 product photography. It is sold separately. KT-26 can be used without KT-34.
Does KT-26 fit Gen 2 R1T / R1S vehicles?
The compliant clamp architecture is expected to accommodate the Gen 2 R1 tow-hook configuration, but physical Gen 2 validation has not yet been completed. Gen 2 fitment must be verified before road use.
Can I use the tow hook for recovery with KT-26 installed?
No. Remove KT-26 before using that tow hook for recovery, towing, or another load-bearing operation.