Rivian CEO: Trump’s EV Cuts Won’t Derail the Electric Revolution

CEO of Rivian, RJ Scaringe

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe isn’t sweating President Trump’s plan to cut EV incentives. Speaking at Rivian’s new San Francisco store, Scaringe shrugged off the impact of losing the $7,500 tax credit from the Inflation Reduction Act. “I don’t think removing a $7,500 credit is going to change the end state,” he said. “The end state’s still clear. It’s still going…

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Why Every Automaker Wants a Piece of Rivian’s Secret Sauce

Gen 2 Rivian on the factory floor

Rivian might be best known for its rugged electric trucks and SUVs, but these days, it’s their tech that’s stealing the spotlight. It turns out that Rivian’s software and electrical architecture are so good that other automakers are lining up to get a piece of it. Why Are Automakers So Interested? Here’s the deal: Rivian’s setup is sleek, simple, and…

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Rivian Is Taking on Tesla with Hands-Free Driving in 2025, Eyes-Off Tech in 2026

Big news for Rivian fans! RivianTrackr reached out to confirm this story with Rivian, and the company has verified the details. While celebrating the opening of the new Rivian Space in San Francisco, CEO RJ Scaringe announced some exciting plans for the company’s future. Rivian is working on rolling out a hands-free Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) in 2025, followed…

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Rivian Brings “Educational Drives” to Seattle

Rivian Seattle Track Day

Big news for Rivian fans in Washington: you can now take the R1T or R1S for a spin at the Seattle Rivian Space! Thanks to a clever workaround, these Educational Drives are finally legal in a state that’s been strict about direct-to-consumer sales. Instead of a standard test drive, Rivian’s Educational Drives let you learn about the brand and experience…

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