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Amazon’s Electric Delivery Fleet Reaches 20% of 2030 Target
Amazon has rolled out over 20,000 custom electric delivery vans (EDVs) from Rivian, reaching 20% of its goal to deploy 100,000 EVs by 2030. This milestone supports Amazon’s commitment to The Climate Pledge, aiming for net-zero carbon by 2040. Rivian’s EDVs, designed for efficiency and sustainability, are transforming last-mile delivery…
Rivian R1S Tri-Motor Named Esquire’s 2025 Car of the Year
In a significant milestone for Rivian, the R1S Tri-Motor has been awarded Esquire’s prestigious title of 2025 Car of the Year. The accolade highlights the R1S as a groundbreaking achievement in the electric vehicle market, praised for its exceptional design, innovative features, and off-road capability. Esquire commends the R1S for delivering a…
Rivian R3 Wins “Design of the Year” at the TopGear 2024 Awards
Rivian’s compact crossover, the R3, has taken center stage at the TopGear.com 2024 Awards, winning the coveted “Design of the Year” title. Described by Top Gear as a “compact crossover mashing together just about every body style and era you can imagine,” the R3 has left an indelible mark on…
Improved Rivian Key Fob with UWB Tech Coming for Gen 2
Rivian has unveiled a newly redesigned Key Fob for all 2025+ models, bringing functional and aesthetic upgrades. This Gen 2 Key Fob features improved button topography for easier use and a locking carabiner designed to secure the fob during outdoor adventures. One significant addition is ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, which enhances…
Rivian Secures Conditional $6.6 Billion Loan Commitment to Expand EV Manufacturing in Georgia
TL;DR: Rivian secured a $6.6B DOE loan to build a Georgia plant for R2 and R3 production, creating thousands of jobs. Production starts in 2028. Rivian has announced a conditional commitment for a $6.6 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Advanced Technology Vehicle Manufacturing (ATVM) Loan Program. This…