Reading up on Rivian
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- How to Make More Cars in America? Rivian’s C.E.O. Has Some Ideas.
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe argues the U.S. can sustain auto manufacturing only by deploying robots, using tariffs strategically, and pursuing diplomacy, rather than relying on traditional labor.
- Can Rivian Self Driving Edge Past Tesla and Waymo? - IEEE Spectrum
Rivian plans to launch its Level‑2+ Autonomy+ system by late 2026, using custom silicon chips to eventually deliver Level 4 self‑driving for consumer cars and robotaxis.
- First Drive: The 2027 Rivian R2 entirely changes the EV game - Ars Technica
Rivian's R2 midsize EV cuts weight and cost with simplified wiring, no hydraulic roll control, and 400V charging while retaining up to 345 miles of range.
- Rivian CEO’s Robotics Company Raises $400 Million - WSJ
Mind Robotics, founded by Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, raised $400 million to develop AI-powered industrial robots, bringing total funding over $1 billion.
- Rivian rolls out new 'Universal Hands-Free' driving feature
Rivian releases Universal Hands-Free driving on Gen 2 R1 vehicles, covering 3.5M miles of roads but not handling traffic controls.
- Rivian Unveils Custom Silicon, R2 Lidar Roadmap, and Universal Hands Free
Rivian announced RAP1 custom silicon, LiDAR plans for R2, and Universal Hands Free for Gen 2 at its first Autonomy and AI Day.