Rivian’s new R2 wants to be your next electric adventure buddy

Rivian has revealed its R2 electric SUV lineup, confirming trims and pricing as the company aims to bring a more affordable, adventure-ready EV to a wider audience.
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Why Rivian is holding the $45,000 base model R2 until ‘late 2027’

Rivian spent the last two years promoting the R2 as a $45,000 SUV. But buyers won’t be able to pay that price until late next year — if at all.

Lucid Motors shows off robotaxi concept called ‘Lunar’

The concept was a highlight of Lucid’s investor day, in which the company detailed its ambitions to push deeper into autonomy while pumping out new, affordable EVs.

Rivian R2 launch: Here’s what $57,990 gets you

Two years after revealing what its affordable next-generation EV would look like, Rivian has shared all of the pricing, colors, and performance specs for its upcoming R2 SUV. And like so many new car releases, it’s complicated. The bottom line: Rivian’…

Honda scraps 3 EVs planned for the US, blaming tariffs and Chinese competition

The Japanese automaker said the change of plans will cost it up to $15.7 billion.

EV startup Harbinger reveals a smaller work truck with electric and hybrid variants

The LA-based startup is trying to corner the commercial truck market with its electric and hybrid trucks that offer a lower cost of ownership and a better driving experience.

Slate Auto changes CEO months ahead of affordable EV launch

Former Amazon Marketplace vice president Peter Faricy is the new person in charge of the company.

The 2027 Chevy Bolt is the McRib of the automotive world

TechCrunch drove the 2027 Chevy Bolt and found that incremental improvements build on a solid basic recipe to deliver an affordable EV.

TechCrunch Mobility: Rivian’s R2 gambit

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Rivian is betting its future on one of the fastest EV launches in US history

If Rivian reaches its R2 sales target in 2026, it will be one of the fastest ramp-ups ever of a new EV in the United States.