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2026
2026
Rivian licenses AI assistant technology to Volkswagen Group
Rivian is licensing elements of its AI voice assistant technology to Volkswagen Group as part of their broader joint venture.
2026
Rivian acquires Third Dimension AI
Rivian acquired Third Dimension AI, whose simulation platform is now in-house at the automaker. Financial details were not disclosed.
2026
Rivian announces planned autonomous driving early access program
Rivian announced a plan to launch an invitation-only autonomous driving early access program in December 2026 for some owners of second-generation R1 and R2 vehicles. The feature will require driver supervision.
2026
Rivian announces acquisition of Third Dimension AI
Rivian announced on October 22 that it was acquiring Third Dimension AI to accelerate development and validation of its autonomous driving systems.
2026
Rivian acquires Third Dimension
Rivian acquired Third Dimension, a U.K. startup whose AI technology turns images and videos into lifelike 3D worlds. Rivian plans to use the technology to support development of its driver-assistance features and self-driving system.
2026
Rivian reports Q3 2026 production and delivery numbers
Rivian released its third-quarter 2026 production and delivery numbers on October 2, 2026, reporting 19,751 vehicles produced and 19,248 delivered, an 85 percent year-over-year increase in production and a 45 percent jump in deliveries, which the article attributes in part to its more affordable R2 vehicle. The company also reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance, expecting to deliver 65,000 to 70,000 vehicles.
2026
Rivian recalls R2 SUVs over improperly tightened battery pack fasteners
Rivian issued a recall for its R2 SUV after discovering that fasteners on the high-voltage battery pack might not be properly tightened, which can cause a loss of power while driving. The company said around 14 vehicles may be affected, that it has resolved the issue on the assembly line, and that affected vehicles are at service centers being inspected to properly torque the fastener or replace damaged components at no cost to customers.
2026
Rivian recalls 3,829 R1S and R1T vehicles over front turn signal failure
Rivian Automotive is recalling certain 2025-2026 R1S and R1T vehicles because one or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash, failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108 and increasing crash risk. The recall potentially affects 3,829 vehicles; Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, with owner notification letters expected to be mailed September 29. This is an expansion of recall 25V387.
2026
NHTSA announces multiple vehicle safety recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced a series of safety recalls affecting passenger cars, electric vehicles, commercial buses, and heavy trucks, including Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, Rivian R1S and R1T, Toyota Camry Hybrid and BZ Woodland, Blue Bird school buses, Thomas Built Buses, Volvo and Mack trucks, and other vehicles, with free repairs at dealerships.
2022
Shareholder sues Rivian over vehicle pricing disclosures
Shareholder Charles Larry Crews sued Rivian in San Francisco, alleging that the company priced its R1S SUV and R1T pickup too low and did not disclose that pricing to investors before raising prices after its November vehicle launch. The article says Rivian ultimately abandoned the increase and its CEO apologized.
2022
Rivian cancels price increases for existing preorders
Rivian reversed its price increase for existing preorders, saying customers who preordered before Tuesday would keep the original price. CEO R.J. Scaringe apologized for applying the increases to existing orders after customers strongly objected.
2022
Rivian reverses preorder price increases for existing configurations
Rivian said it would honor the original configured price for preorders placed before March 1, reversing its decision to apply increased price estimates to existing configured preorders. It also offered to restore original configuration, pricing, and delivery timing for customers who canceled on or after March 1 and wanted to reinstate their preorders.
2022
Rivian raises R1T and R1S prices
Rivian raised the price of its R1T pickup by 17% and its R1S SUV by about 20%. The price adjustment affected most customers who had pre-ordered or reserved the vehicles, while customers already completing their transactions were to retain the lower price.
2022
Rivian and Adopt a Charger collaborate on park charging stations
Rivian and Adopt a Charger are collaborating on a project to add public Level 2 EV charging stations at Yosemite National Park and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Rivian will pay for equipment and fund 10 years of operation and maintenance; installations were planned in phases.
2021
Rivian announces plan for Georgia EV factory
Rivian announced plans to build a second electric-vehicle factory in Georgia, with construction expected to begin in summer 2022 and production expected to start in 2024.
2021
AWS announces arrangements with Pfizer and Rivian
AWS announced new arrangements involving Pfizer and Rivian. Pfizer described plans to use AWS capabilities through a new Pfizer Amazon Collaboration Team initiative; Rivian chose AWS as its preferred cloud provider.
2021
Ford and Rivian end electric-vehicle partnership
Ford and Rivian decided to end their joint cooperation agreement on future electric vehicles and scrap plans to jointly develop a new model. Both companies said they would focus on their own projects; Ford remains an investor in Rivian.
2021
Rivian announces pricing of upsized IPO
Rivian announced pricing for its upsized initial public offering of 153 million Class A shares at $78 per share. The offering was expected to close on November 15, 2021, subject to customary closing conditions.
2021
Rivian prices IPO at $78 a share
Rivian priced its IPO at $78 a share on Tuesday, valuing the company at $66.5 billion. Rivian said it expects the IPO to bring in $11.9 billion, and its stock will trade on the Nasdaq under ticker symbol RIVN.