Rivian’s New Spinoff ‘Also’ Will Make High-Tech E-Bikes

Before RJ Scaringe was building electric trucks, he was thinking about tiny EVs. Now that idea is finally coming to life with Also, a new Rivian spin-off focused on affordable, small-form electric vehicles — starting with something that sounds a lot like a smart e-bike.

Also is no side hustle. It’s a fully separate company backed by $105 million and run by a 70-person dream team from places like Apple, Tesla, Google, and Specialized. Rivian still owns a piece, Scaringe is on the board, and the startup will tap into Rivian’s tech, supply chain, and retail network.

Why bikes? Because cities are crowded, delivery is booming, and frankly, e-bikes are way too expensive. Also wants to fix that with Rivian-level hardware and software in a smaller package. Scaringe even joked the first vehicle has “a seat, two wheels, a screen, and a few computers” — so, yeah, not your average pedal-assist ride.

Also’s first product drops later this year, with production in 2026. Expect consumer and commercial versions, starting in the U.S. and Europe, then heading to Asia and South America.