Reading up on Rivian
4 deep · digging since dec 12, 25
- 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.