From a sandy situation to a sweet save

Rivian is growing its manufacturing in the United States, adding jobs and bringing industry-leading technology to America. We spoke with Javier Varela to talk about our plans for continued expansion.

We get so many great stories, photos and videos from Rivian owners, and in May, we asked our community to send us their favorite Instagram-worthy, summertime moments. Just in time to mark the summer solstice, here are a few of our favorites:

Explore the Rivian R2 — a behind-the-scenes look at the electric 5-seat SUV. Learn more about the design and progress of this mid-size EV.

RJ also shared more about the tech stack that sets Rivian apart from other OEMs, how he thinks about charging anxiety and what Rivian is doing to keep costs down without compromising safety or design.You can watch the full conversation here.

In addition to a refreshed app, we improved the vehicle's charging curve for Gen 1 Max Pack and Gen 2 vehicles, getting you more energy in a shorter amount of time at fast chargers. Altogether, this update brings a new energy experience that makes planning, driving and chargin...

NYC Concept Space Spotlights Rivian Owners

Earlier this month RJ sat down with Executive Editor, Diana Ransom, to talk about building Rivian on the aptly-named Inc. podcast, From The Ground Up. Together with Christine Lagorio-Chafkin, Diana dove into the evolution of the company, from the very beginning stages of Rivia...

In this phase of validation, production-intent vehicles are put through long cycles and extreme conditions, all to ensure R2 is ready for any adventure you may have in 2026 and far beyond.As these vehicles head into the wild, they'll be wrapped in a colorful, custom camouflage...