In a move aimed at enhancing community engagement, Rivian has announced the launch of The Good Project, a new initiative that allows nonprofit organizations to borrow R1 vehicles for short-term use. The program begins this month in four cities: Denver, Austin, Brooklyn, and Atlanta. A Vehicle for Change The Good Project provides qualifying nonprofits with the opportunity to borrow an R1 vehicle from local Rivian spaces. The initiative aims to support projects that align with Rivian’s mission to Keep the…

Amazon is set to deploy 1,000 Rivian electric delivery vans equipped with Vision-Assisted Package Retrieval (VAPR) technology by early 2025, introducing a groundbreaking AI-powered solution designed to streamline the delivery process. The VAPR system is expected to dramatically reduce the time drivers spend retrieving packages, revolutionizing Amazon’s last-mile logistics operations. The Problem: Time Lost in Package Retrieval For Amazon delivery drivers, each stop often involves digging through packages in the back of the van to find the right ones for…

The EV transition is accelerating, and Uber is betting big on electric vehicles to shape the future of its ridesharing platform. As governments and consumers push for greener solutions, Uber unveils five new strategies to convince more riders to choose its EV options. Here’s a closer look at what’s coming and what it could mean for Rivian and the broader EV industry. More EV Choices Uber is expanding its fleet of electric vehicles, partnering with automakers to provide a wider…

Rivian has confirmed that they have begun rolling out the Gen 2 Tri-Motor R1T to the R1 Shop. As of the writing of this article, there’s only one R1T Tri nationwide but we expect to see many more appear in the R1 Shop in the coming days and weeks. Just a few weeks ago, we saw the launch of the R1S Tri on the R1 Shop and since then, multiple owners have taken delivery of their new beautiful Tri-Motor with…

Rivian Automotive Inc. is once again grappling with supply chain disruptions, leading the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer to significantly lower its 2024 production forecast. On Friday, the company announced a sharp cut in its production targets, dropping them by as much as 18% to a range of 47,000 to 49,000 vehicles. The root of the issue lies in a miscommunication earlier this year between Rivian and one of its key suppliers, Essex Furukawa, based in Atlanta. Essex Furukawa is Rivian’s…