Rivian lays off hundreds, under 2% of staff, a week after R2 launch
Rivian lays off hundreds, under 2% of staff, a week after R2 launch

Rivian laid off hundreds of workers on Tuesday, or less than 2% of its workforce, just one week after it began deliveries of its all-important R2 SUV.
The electric automaker confirmed the cuts hit its service and customer teams, which include sales and…

Rivian cuts hundreds of workers after R2 deliveries start

The company said the cuts were part of a restructuring meant to help scale to profitability. Rivian recently pushed back its profitability goal to invest in autonomy.

Rivian R2 first drive

Rivian’s R2 blends smart cost-cutting engineering with strong performance, off-road capability, and premium feel, making it a compelling new contender in the crowded mid-range electric SUV market.

Rivian starts deliveries of its all-important R2 SUV

Founder and CEO RJ Scaringe has called it “maybe the most important thing we’ve launched to date.”

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Rivian thinks Apple CarPlay is already obsolete and AI is the reason why

Rivian says AI-powered vehicle assistants could eventually replace Apple CarPlay by offering deeper integration and more natural interaction inside future cars.

Rivian R2 matches Tesla Model Y efficiency despite bigger, heavier body
Rivian R2 matches Tesla Model Y efficiency despite bigger, heavier body

The Rivian R2 Performance’s final EPA ratings are now published, and the numbers confirm something impressive: the R2 Performance matches the Tesla Model Y Performance on efficiency at 105 MPGe combined and 32 kWh per 100 miles — while actually beating…

Rivian under investigation over rear suspension failures on R1 models

At least two owners have lost control of their vehicles after a critical suspension component broke. In both cases, the vehicles had been previously serviced.

Rivian will deliver the electric R2 starting June 9th, but you’ll to need snag an invite first

Rivian R2 order invitations go out starting June 9. Here’s how the invite system works, what determines your place in line, and what you can do right now to prepare.

Rivian will deliver the first R2 SUVs on June 9

The company has finally set a date for the first customer deliveries of what CEO RJ Scaringe has said is “maybe the most important thing we’ve launched to date.”