Rivian R2

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RJ Confirms Rivian R2 Will Launch With Dual Motor Model, Full Lineup Event Coming Early 2026

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe just dropped some exciting news during the Q3 2025 earnings call. He confirmed that the first version of the upcoming Rivian R2 will launch as a “well-appointed” Dual Motor model, one that he says will make people happy right out of the gate. Other variants, including higher-performance options, will follow later in 2026. RJ also revealed that Rivian plans to host a dedicated event in early 2026 to showcase the full R2 lineup, including all trims,…

Rivian R2’s New Battery Tech Will Be Built in the U.S. Starting in 2027

Rivian’s latest shareholder letter gave us a closer look at the R2’s new battery tech. The R2 uses a totally new battery pack built around Rivian’s 4695 cell, which packs six times more energy than the 2170 cells in today’s R1 vehicles. The pack uses the R2’s floor as the lid, helping cut weight and boost efficiency. Even better, Rivian says all R2 battery cells will be made in the U.S. starting in 2027. That’s a big move for cost…

Rivian R2 Prototype Spotted Off-Road Testing with Sensor Equipment

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe just shared some fresh shots of the R2 out in the wild. The camouflaged prototype was spotted off-roading and “stretching its legs” on rocky terrain, giving us a closer look at its ground clearance and suspension articulation. Eagle-eyed fans will notice some equipment mounted on the roof, which appears to be part of Rivian’s development hardware. The setup likely includes LiDAR, GPS antennas, and high-precision cameras used for data logging and calibration. These tools help Rivian…

Rivian R2 Handle Redesign Aims to Fix Safety Flaws

Rivian is tweaking the R2 SUV before it even hits the road, and honestly, I think it’s a smart move. Bloomberg reports that the company is redesigning the door handles so the manual release will be easier to see and right next to the main handle. The R2 is still set to launch in the first half of 2026. If you’ve followed the drama around EV door handles, you know this is a big deal. NHTSA has been probing Tesla’s…

Rivian Teases R2 Capability with Water Fording Clip

Rivian just dropped a clip of the R2 production-intent model charging through water at their fording test facility and honestly, I’m even more hyped than before. They didn’t give us official numbers, but I’m guessing it’ll come in under the R1T (43.1 inches) and R1S (43.0 inches). Even so, the fact that Rivian is already showing it off in action says a lot. I’ve seen a lot of the R2 teasers over the past few months, but this one hits…