First Rivian R2 Gets E-Coat, RJ Teases Launch Green

R2 body getting e-coated

RJ just gave us a sneak peek at something pretty cool: the very first R2 body getting its e-coat treatment at Rivian’s Normal, Illinois factory. He posted a few photos of the process, and in true RJ fashion, dropped a fun little detail. The greenish color of the e-coat liquid? That’s actually what inspired Rivian’s original Launch Green paint for…

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Rivian CEO Shares First Look at R2 Body Built With Production Dies

R2 body built with production die

After the disappointing news that the R2 prototype was damaged in transit, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe is shifting the spotlight back to progress. He just shared a first look at the R2’s body built using production dies—an exciting step forward as the company prepares for its 2026 launch. This update follows several key details RJ has revealed about the R2…

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Rivian R2 Prototype Damaged in Transit, Vancouver Auto Show Appearance Canceled

Bad news for Rivian fans—especially those in Vancouver. The highly anticipated R2 prototype, which was supposed to make an appearance at the Vancouver Auto Show, was damaged while in transit. Rivian shared the unfortunate update on Instagram, explaining that the vehicle had just wrapped up a stint at SXSW in Austin before the incident occurred. Right now, it looks like…

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Rivian R2 to Use Large Die Castings, Cutting Complexity and Improving Efficiency

Rivian R2 Casting

Rivian just dropped some cool news about the R2—it’s getting some serious upgrades in how it’s built. RJ Scaringe confirmed they’re using large high-pressure die castings throughout the body, and in the rear alone, they’ve cut down 50 separate stampings and over 300 joints to just three big castings. What does that mean? Basically, fewer parts, a simpler build, and likely a lighter, stronger, and…

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Rivian’s R2 Drive Unit Brings Major Efficiency Upgrades

Rivian R2 Drive Unit

Rivian’s R2 is shaping up to be a game-changer, and CEO RJ Scaringe just shared a key upgrade. The new Maximus drive unit uses continuous winding in the stator, cutting welds per stator assembly from 264 (on Enduro) to just 24. Fewer welds mean faster production, lower costs, and improved reliability—exactly what Rivian needs to make the R2 more affordable.…

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