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All the latest news, updates, and insights on Rivian in one place. From vehicle announcements and software updates to company moves and industry trends, this is where you’ll find everything happening in the world of Rivian. Stay plugged in to what’s next for the brand.

Rivian Invests $120M in Illinois Supplier Park to Boost R2 Production

Rivian is investing $120 million to build a new supplier park next to its Illinois factory as it prepares to launch its more affordable R2 SUV in 2026. The park will help cut shipping and logistics costs by letting suppliers build parts nearby, which Rivian workers will then organize and send through a tunnel to the main plant. It’s expected to create hundreds of jobs, including about 100 at Rivian. This move is part of Rivian’s plan to streamline production…

RJ Drops Another R2 Tease—And It’s Packed With Clues

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe is back on social media teasing more behind-the-scenes details of what’s coming for the R2. In his latest post, he showed off the “Maximus” drive unit—a new motor setup that will be featured in the upcoming SUV when it launches in 2026. But the Maximus wasn’t the only interesting detail in the photo. Zoom in and you’ll spot something even more exciting: adaptive shocks. That means the R2 will likely offer a smoother, more controlled ride…

Is the Rivian R1S Wheelchair-Friendly? Zack and Cambry Put It to the Test

Our friend Zack Nelson (aka JerryRigEverything) and his wife Cambry recently tried out a Gen 2 Rivian R1S to see if it could replace her Tesla Model X. Cambry’s been a wheelchair user for about 20 years, so accessibility is a big deal — especially when it comes to transferring into the driver’s seat, storing her wheelchair, and hauling kids in the back. The R1S ticks a lot of boxes. It’s spacious, has a flat interior floor, and way more…

Inside Rivian’s Immersive New Brand Space in New York

Rivian has reimagined its East Coast retail space into something entirely new: the Rivian Concept Experience, now open in NYC’s Meatpacking District. Located beneath the High Line, this redesigned venue ditches the traditional showroom feel in favor of a warm, immersive space that tells stories of adventure, exploration, and the Rivian lifestyle. Instead of bright lights and sales desks, visitors will find big plants, cozy seating, custom-built displays, and a rotating theme—starting with “The Adventure Within Us.” There’s a coffee bar,…

Rivian Preps for Tariffs by Stockpiling Batteries and Shifting Supply to U.S.

05/01/2025
Rivian, Rivian R1S, Rivian R1T, Rivian R2
Jose Castillo

Rivian isn’t sitting around waiting to see what happens with Trump’s proposed tariffs—they’re already prepping. While other automakers are pulling back forecasts, Rivian quietly started stockpiling EV batteries last year, locking in supplies before costs potentially spike. According to Bloomberg, Rivian paid upfront to secure lithium-iron phosphate cells from China’s Gotion for its commercial vans. Gotion even built a separate reserve in the U.S. for extra security. For the R1T and R1S, Rivian is working with Samsung SDI to shift…