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Rivian is giving retired electric vehicle batteries a second life by using them to power its Illinois factory, cutting costs and boosting renewable energy use. The innovation lets the company charge batteries when electricity is cheap and discharge them during peak demand.
Electric vehicle maker Rivian is giving retired batteries a second life by turning over 100 used battery packs into a massive energy storage system at its Illinois factory. The partnership with battery recycling company Redwood Materials marks the first time a U.S. automaker has repurposed old EV batteries to power its own manufacturing plant.
Electric vehicle maker Rivian just revealed impressive specs for its upcoming R2 SUV, bringing long-range capability and rapid charging to a more affordable package. The news confirms the company is delivering on its promise to make electric adventure accessible to more drivers.
Your next food delivery might arrive on a self-driving bike. DoorDash just invested in Also, a Rivian spinoff making autonomous electric vehicles designed to navigate bike lanes and sidewalks.
Electric carmaker Rivian is launching its new R2 SUV just as other automakers cancel EV plans. The midsize electric SUV starts at $45,000 and aims to bring electric vehicles to everyday Americans.
Uber is investing up to $1.25 billion in electric vehicle maker Rivian to deploy 50,000 self-driving robotaxis across 25 cities by 2031. The partnership could transform how millions of people get around while accelerating clean transportation in major cities.
Washington state is about to let two more electric vehicle makers sell cars directly to customers, breaking Tesla's decade-long monopoly on showroom sales. The bipartisan bill sailed through the legislature and could soon let buyers test drive and purchase Rivian and Lucid vehicles without visiting a traditional dealership.
Two electric vehicle makers just won the right to sell cars directly to Washington customers, ending years of legislative gridlock. The breakthrough deal between manufacturers and car dealers could make EVs more accessible across the state.
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Electric vehicle maker Rivian is rapidly scaling production from 10,000 to over 100,000 vehicles, powered by a "try fast" culture that sets it apart from traditional automakers. Chief Operating Officer Javier Varela reveals how people and culture are driving this ambitious growth.
Amazon just expanded its Rivian electric delivery van fleet by 50% this year, racing toward its goal of 100,000 zero-emission vehicles by 2030. Meanwhile, Australian innovators are keeping food fresh with solar-powered semi trailers that turn sunshine into refrigeration.
Electric vehicle maker Rivian is gearing up to compete directly with Tesla's Model Y by launching its more affordable R2 SUV in spring 2025, projecting a 53% surge in deliveries next year. The company beat Wall Street expectations and saw shares jump 15% as investors bet on the smaller SUV bringing electric vehicles to more American families.
Iowa lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow electric vehicle makers like Tesla and Rivian to sell cars directly to customers, eliminating the need for traditional dealerships. If passed, Iowans could buy EVs in their home state instead of traveling elsewhere.
Rivian redesigned the emergency door releases in its upcoming R2 SUV, moving them to a more intuitive location after safety concerns about electronic door handles. The change makes it easier for passengers to escape if the car loses power during an emergency.
Electric vehicle maker Rivian just rolled out its first R2 validation builds from a factory that was an empty field only a year ago. The $45,000 SUV could bring affordable EVs to thousands of American families.
Electric vehicle buyers in Washington could soon have more choices at the dealership. Rivian is backing a ballot measure to let more EV makers sell directly to consumers, breaking Tesla's current exclusive access.
Washington voters could soon decide whether electric vehicle makers beyond Tesla can sell cars directly to consumers. Rivian has pledged $4.6 million to bring the choice to the ballot in 2026.
Electric truck maker Rivian is investing nearly $5 million in a ballot measure that would let Washington voters decide if more EV companies can sell cars directly to consumers. If successful, it could reshape how electric vehicles reach buyers across America.
Electric vehicle maker Rivian is funding a 2026 ballot initiative to let Washington shoppers buy EVs directly from manufacturers, not just dealerships. The move could level the playing field with Tesla, currently the only brand allowed to sell directly to consumers in the state.
Electric vehicle maker Rivian is investing millions to let Washington voters decide whether car buyers should purchase EVs directly from any manufacturer, not just Tesla. The ballot measure could reshape how Washington drivers shop for electric vehicles while accelerating the state's clean transportation goals.