Rivian Commercial Van

Rivian is officially opening fleet orders for its Commercial Van, and some businesses are already getting early access invites. Deliveries begin in April, and companies can choose between the Delivery 500 Series and the Delivery 700 Series. While Amazon has been the exclusive customer until now, others like DHL and AT&T have already signed on to use these vans, signaling broader adoption in the commercial EV space. The Rivian Commercial Van starts at $79,900 and features a single-motor front-wheel-drive system producing 320 horsepower and 299 lb-ft of torque. It’s…

Rivian had a big win in 2024, selling more electric delivery vans in the U.S. than Ford. According to data from Kelley Blue Book, Rivian sold 13,560 vans, which was a 68% increase compared to 2023. Meanwhile, Ford sold 12,610 E-Transit vans in 2024—a solid jump from 7,672 sold in 2023 but not enough to beat Rivian. Why Rivian’s Van Sales are Taking Off Rivian’s vans are doing well thanks to its big deal with Amazon, which uses them for its delivery fleet. These vans have become…

Reddit user u/coz_13 just shared an awesome pic of a Rivian Commercial Van rocking Factor branding! If you haven’t heard of them, Factor is a meal delivery service that sends fresh, ready-to-eat meals straight to your door—perfect for anyone who wants healthy food without the cooking. (Many of your favorite YouTube influencers are probably sponsored by them, I should look into that…) Looks like Factor is testing out Rivian’s electric delivery vans, and we’re loving it. Rivian’s vans are already being used by…

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 across the U.S., showcasing the power of innovation in driving greener logistics.

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…