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☆ Rivian is shoring up sourcing for its R2 affordable SUV with Trump's proposed tariffs in mind, CEO says
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-08 | by ( Lloyd Lee | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe said during an earnings call the company has been bracing for tariffs. The fate of the $7,500 EV tax credit issued under the Biden Administration remains unclear. AdvertisementEV company Rivian says it's already bracing for the impact that the increased tariffs proposed by President-elect Donald Trump would have on its supply chain. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe said that to prepare for potential tariffs Trump has proposed on foreign goods, the company has been deliberate about materials sourcing for its upcoming lower-cost SUV, the R2. On top of the uncertainty that comes with the second Trump administration, Rivian continues to face hurdles toward profitability — a challenge many new automakers face, with the exception of Tesla.

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☆ VW's Scout Reveals Its First Rugged EVs to Take on Rivian
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-26 | by ( Nora Naughton | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Scout unveiled pre-production models of the Terra pickup truck and Traveler SUV at an event in Nashville this week. The electric Scout Terra pickup truck and Traveler SUV. AdvertisementA pre-production model of the Scout Terra pickup truck. Scout MotorsScout's rugged trucks are likely to compete directly with outdoorsy EV brand Rivian, which also offers electric pickup trucks and SUVs. The front seat of the electric Scout Terra pickup truck.

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☆ Rivian's CEO explains why there won't be just one winner in the EV market
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-21 | by ( Benjamin Zhang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewRivian CEO RJ Scaringe thinks people are missing the mark on the competitive dynamics between EV brands. The CEO lamented headlines that try to crown a single brand or manufacturer as a winner. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe on stage with a pair of Rivian R1 EVs. The Rivian R2 SUV RivianRivian launched its first consumer EVs in 2021 with the full-size R1T pickup and R1S SUV. The R2 SUV aims to deliver the R1's performance in a smaller, more affordable package.

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☆ The $100,000 electric truck market is here. A guide to pickups from Tesla, GM, Rivian and Ford
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-07 | by ( Michael Wayland | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +10 min

There are currently a handful of electric trucks for purchase in the U.S. market: the Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T and General Motors' GMC Hummer EV, GMC Sierra Denali and Chevrolet Silverado. The GMC Hummer and Rivian also have SUV versions, which feature similar functions as their pickup counterparts but in different forms. The SUV version is smaller and more manageable to drive than the pickup truck version. When the F-150 Lightning hit the market, it was the first "mainstream" electric truck. An electric Ford F-150 next to a Tesla Cybertruck in front of Ford's world headquarters on Aug. 27, 2024 in Dearborn, Mich. Michael Wayland / CNBC

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☆ Rivian investor day focuses on cost reductions, efficiencies and next-generation EVs
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-27 | by ( Michael Wayland | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Shares of the company remain off by roughly 40% this year amid significant cash burn and slowdown in EV sales. Rivian on Thursday reconfirmed its 2024 guidance that included production of 57,000 vehicles and a path to positive gross profit during the fourth quarter, including regulatory credits. It also outlined longer-term growths, such as plans to achieve positive adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization in 2027. Volkswagen is expected to use Rivian's electrical architecture and software stack for vehicles beginning in the second half of the decade, Scaringe said Tuesday. A provided image of Oliver Blume, CEO of Volkswagen Group and RJ Scaringe, founder and CEO of Rivian, as the companies announce joint venture plans on June 25, 2024.

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☆ Rivian secures up to $5 billion from Volkswagen, shares soar 40%
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( Michael Wayland | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Volkswagen plans to invest up to $5 billion in electric vehicle startup Rivian , starting with an initial investment of $1 billion. The additional $4 billion is expected by 2026. Shares of Rivian soared roughly 40% during after-hours trading Tuesday – two days ahead of an investor event for Rivian, which has been under pressure from Wall Street due to its cash burn and significant losses. The Detroit automaker sold a majority of its Rivian shares by 2023 after walking back a plan to codevelop EVs with the company. Rivian reported $7.86 billion in cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments to end March, with more than $9 billion in total liquidity.

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Moreover, the partnership will enable Rivian to cut operating costs by leveraging volumes of supplies including chips and components, he said. It will also help Rivian, known for its flagship R1S SUVs and R1T pickups, turn cashflow positive. Volkswagen will immediately invest $1 billion in Rivian through a note that will convert to stock on Dec. 1, subject to regulatory approvals. The German automaker will also invest $2 billion in Rivian stock - $1 billion each in 2025 and 2026 - subject to the startup hitting certain milestones, and provide a $1 billion loan in 2026. Rivian stock has halved so far this year.

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☆ EVs are too expensive. Here are 5 cheaper models coming soon.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-09 | by ( Tom Carter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Demand for electric vehicles has slowed in recent months amid a lack of cheaper options, and carmakers are now scrambling to develop more affordable EVs. AdvertisementLuckily for these consumers, the next few years should see a range of more affordable electric vehicles released. Here are some other new affordable EV options coming soon:Volvo EX30The Volvo EX30 goes on sale in the US this summer. picture alliance/Getty ImagesGerman automaker VW abandoned plans to build affordable EVs with European rival Renault last month, and is planning to go solo. Elliot Ross Studio, INCRivian founder RJ Scaringe pulled off a Steve Jobs-style "one more thing" when he unveiled two new affordable EVs in March.

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☆ Rivian says its updated electric pickup and SUV are faster and have more range than the Cybertruck
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-06 | by ( Benjamin Zhang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Rivian unveiled its updated R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV with more power and range on Thursday. The revised R1T and R1S look similar to the outgoing generation but feature major internal updates. The dual-motor, second-generation Rivian R1T and R1S are on sale now. AdvertisementRivian unveiled an updated second generation of its flagship R1T electric pickup truck and R1S SUV on Thursday, featuring a host of technical improvements and two new powertrain options with more power and range. Based on Rivian's estimated performance figures, versions of the second-generation R1 platform now boast faster acceleration and substantially more range than Tesla's Cybertruck.

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☆ Rivian redesigns all-electric R1 pickup and SUV, adds Nvidia chips and improves performance
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-06 | by ( Michael Wayland | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

In this article NVDARIVN Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT2025 Rivian R1S RivianRivian Automotive has redesigned its all-electric R1 pickup and SUV models to improve range, performance and computing power with the help of Nvidia chips, the company said Thursday. Amid the most notable changes to the new vehicles is their computing power, which Rivian says delivers 10 times more performance than the previous system. The lower-priced vehicles are crucial to Rivian's expansion as sales of its current models have slowed amid a sluggish industrywide sales pace for electric vehicles. 2025 Rivian R1T and R1S RivianRivian said pricing for the second-generation R1S SUV will increase $1,000 from current models to start at $75,900, with top-end trimotor models starting around $106,000. Rivian said the vehicles also feature more luxurious, updated interiors as well as a fully redesigned software interface.

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☆ How car buyers thinking hybrid over EV should make the decision
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-07 | by ( Cheryl Winokur Munk | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

And what would the upfront costs be to upgrade your system to allow for faster charging, if desired? Do the math on upfront cost, EV vs. hybridIf it's still a toss up between an EV and a hybrid, next consider upfront costs. By contrast, the average starting price for a hybrid car is $33,214, according to iSeeCars.com, a car search engine. Search for available auto rebates and incentivesIf you're leaning toward an EV, but still find the upfront cost daunting, look for possible rebates. He points to a study by Argonne National Lab that shows scheduled maintenance costs per mile are significantly lower for an EV versus a traditional hybrid or plug-in hybrid.

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☆ Electric vehicles are changing how America goes camping
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-31 | by ( Peter Valdes-Dapena | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

While still a small minority, campers are more likely to own an electric vehicle than those who don’t go camping, according to a survey by Kampgrounds of America, the nation’s largest campground operator. Only about 1% of Americans currently have an electric vehicle, according to KOA, but about 4% of regular campers do. “We’ve had customers cross coasts, all the way up to Canada, all the way across Canada and back down, all with an electric vehicle,” said Bowlus CEO Geneva Long. Courtesy RivianThe physical layout of most EV chargers can be a challenge for campers. The vast majority of EV chargers are placed at the ends of parking spaces so vehicles have to either pull in, nosing the front bumper up to the charger, or reverse back in.

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☆ You can watch movies under the stars using the projector built into the 'treehouse' tent for Rivian's R2 and R3 models
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Jyoti Mann | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Rivian will sell a rooftop tent with a built-in projector for its new models, TechCrunch reported. The tent, called "Treehouse," will be sold as an accessory to its upcoming R2 and R3 models, TechCrunch reported. AdvertisementThe Rivian Treehouse is our take on the rooftop tent. The EV maker is taking $100 preorders for the R2 SUV, with prices for the vehicle starting at $45,000. AdvertisementOwners can also camp inside the R2 SUV as every seat can be folded down.

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☆ Rivian shares surge as company reveals new EV models, $2.25 billion in cost savings
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-07 | by ( Michael Wayland | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, in announcing the company's upcoming R2 SUV, also revealed two additional crossovers called the R3 and R3X, a performance variant. The Rivian R3 electric vehicle is unveiled at the Rivian South Coast Theater in Laguna Beach, California, on March 7, 2024. The Amazon -backed company has been burning through cash to improve current EV production and narrow losses. Shifting production of the R2 from the in-development plant in Georgia to the company's plant in Normal, Illinois, will save $2.25 billion, Rivian said in a press release. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe speaks at an event to unveil a smaller R2 SUV during an event in Laguna Beach, California, U.S., March 7, 2024.

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☆ Rivian reveals its new, more affordable off-road EVs
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-07 | by ( Peter Valdes-Dapena | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

Prices for the R2 SUV, which will go on sale in early 2026, will start at around $45,000, Rivian said. That’s something that set the larger R1S apart among electric SUVs, few of which can seat more than five. The Rivian R2. The Rivian R2 and R3 are Rivian’s smaller, more affordable off-road EVs Rivian“For $75,000 I can buy a Mercedes or a BMW, a 100-year-old Europe power house,” he said. Without naming Rivian, Scout chief executive Scott Keogh noted the advantage of Scout’s established brand name.

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☆ I was laid off from Rivian after surviving 3 earlier layoffs. It was almost a relief when it was over.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-25 | by ( Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

One laid-off worker said it was their fourth round of layoffs at Rivian, but anxiety was still high. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThis as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with a former Rivian employee who was laid off Thursday and spoke anonymously to protect their privacy. This is the fourth round of layoffs I've experienced at Rivian, so I'm a little bit jaded at this point. As much as I loved working for Rivian — I thought the culture was great, the people were fantastic, and the pay was really good — layoffs felt constant.

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☆ Rivian's future hinges on its upcoming R2 — here's what we know about the EV and why it's so important
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-22 | by ( Nora Naughton | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

We'll learn more about the R2 at Rivian's March 7 reveal event. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Debuting next month, the R2 is a crucial piece of Rivian's future as a smaller and cheaper option for a new wave of EV customers. The R2 is currently slated to sell for between $45,000 and $55,000 — which Scaringe called a "really important sweet spot" in the EV market. DeliveriesAfter the March 7 reveal, Rivian will open up pre-orders for the vehicle and begin taking deposits.

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☆ A 'messy' quarter: What analysts are saying after Rivian's latest quarterly report
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-22 | by ( Brian Evans | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Analysts are growing cautious on Rivian shares as its struggles are worsened by weak electric vehicle demand. RBC has a $15 per share price target, which is roughly 3% below Wednesday's close of $15.39. RIVN 1D mountain Rivian stock. Narayan said legacy automakers are in a better position to navigate the current slowdown in EV demand, and said he expects Rivian stock to "to come under pressure." Langan lowered his price target to $14 per share from $18.

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☆ Rivian stock falls as EV maker reports fourth-quarter results, announces 10% job cuts
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Rivian's cash and cash equivalents were $7.86 billion at the end of the December quarter, compared with $7.94 billion in the preceding three-month period. However, revenue for the October-December period stood at $1.32 billion, above Wall Street estimates of $1.26 billion, according to LSEG data. Rivian has been posting a loss on every vehicle it sells and expects to record its first quarter of positive gross margin later this year. The company's R2 platform, which is expected to be cheaper and smaller, is set to be unveiled early next month. The company reported a net loss of $1.52 billion for the fourth quarter ended Dec. 31, compared with a loss of $1.72 billion a year earlier.

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☆ Another sign that the future of EV buying is leasing: Rivian leases its $73,000 truck
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-28 | by ( Tom Carter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Rivian has made its R1T electric pickup available to lease in 14 US states. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementWould-be EV drivers have turned to leasing as a cheaper way to try before they buy, especially considering the high price of many electric vehicles . The Cybertruck, however, will pose a fresh challenge to Rivian's R1T pickup. The futuristic Tesla pickup is set to launch on November 30 after years of hype, with over 2 million people preordering the electric pickup .

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☆ Rivian is the real winner in Elon Musk's latest drama
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-21 | by ( Nora Naughton | Grace Kay | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Some Tesla owners said they'd ditch his car company in favor of Rivian as a result. AdvertisementAs Tesla CEO Elon Musk once again courts controversy on his social media platform X, rival EV startup Rivian stands to gain from the fallout. Other angry Tesla owners we spoke with also mentioned considering legacy brands like Ford's Mustang Mach-E or Volkswagen's ID.4. AdvertisementIn response, earlier this year some Tesla owners began putting bumper stickers on their EVs denouncing the CEO . In January, a handful of Tesla owners told Business Insider they'd ditched Tesla over Musk's antics .

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Nov 20 (Reuters) - Rivian Automotive (RIVN.O) said on Monday that CEO RJ Scaringe would directly oversee all product development effective immediately as the electric-vehicle maker gears up to unveil and launch its smaller and cheaper vehicle family. Chief Product Development Officer Nick Kalayjian would move to the role of executive vice president, vehicle engineering and propulsion before transitioning to an advisory role, the company said. "It's a big year for product for Rivian, so RJ is doubling down on the introduction of our new technologies in 2024 and the design and development of R2," a spokesperson for Rivian told Reuters. The company's product reporting structure will include software, autonomy, design, vehicle, electrical, propulsion and programs categories, Rivian said. "I know that (Scaringe) spending more time working with our product teams will create significant value for all of us and our shareholders," Kalayjian, who joined Rivian in 2020, said in another internal email seen by Reuters.

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[1/3] Lucid’s Gravity electric SUV is seen in a preview at Lucid’s headquarters in Newark, California, U.S. November 3, 2023. Success of the Gravity, which was unveiled in Los Angeles ahead of the auto show opening on Friday, will be crucial for Lucid. To stoke demand, EV makers have joined a price war sparked this year by market leader Tesla (TSLA.O). Many, including Tesla, Ford (F.N) and General Motors (GM.N), have pushed back planned EV and battery factory expansion or additions. That will be key for the full-size luxury Gravity SUV, which features a steering wheel that is more square than round and a 34-inch curved cockpit display.

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☆ I'm a car dealer who only sells electric cars. This is what everyone else is getting wrong — and the advice I give prospective EV buyers.
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-29 | by ( Alexa St. John | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Alex Lawrence is the CEO and cofounder of an all-electric used car dealership in Utah. AdvertisementAdvertisementAlex Lawrence is a 49-year-old entrepreneur and the CEO of EVAuto, an all-electric used car dealership in Bountiful, Utah, which he co-founded in 2019. EVAuto sells a variety of electric cars, from Tesla to Porsche to Rivian. We wanted to be the largest seller of used electric vehicles in America. Now that they're going to be on the Supercharger network, that helps solve the charging problem.

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New Amazon EV vans powered by Rivian are parked at charging stations at the Amazon Logistics Facility in Chicago, U.S. July 21, 2022. REUTERS/Jim Vondruska/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsOct 17 (Reuters) - Amazon.com (AMZN.O) has 10,000 Rivian electric delivery vehicles making routes across the U.S. and Europe, the company said during a business presentation on Tuesday. Amazon has partnered with EV maker Rivian (RIVN.O) to have at least 100,000 electric delivery vans on the road by 2030. Amazon, which holds a stake in Rivian, has completed 150 million deliveries with Rivian vans. The Seattle-based company is also working with Volvo to add heavy-duty electric trucks to its middle-mile delivery fleet.

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