Rivian’s R2 SUV Could Spawn More Variants, Including a Surprise Pickup Truck
Key takeaways
- Just a few weeks ago, Rivian sounded like a proud parent welcoming its newborn as the first production R2 rolled off the production line.
- The Reuters interview focused on the possibility of a pickup version of the R2 electric SUV.
- Rivian is counting on the R2 to drive sales in the coming months.
Why this matters: an automotive development that could shape industry direction or buying decisions.
New comments suggest Rivian’s affordable EV could evolve into more versions.
Just a few weeks ago, Rivian sounded like a proud parent welcoming its newborn as the first production R2 rolled off the production line. Now, company CEO RJ Scaringe has hinted that the lineup could grow beyond the R2 Performance and Launch Edition all-electric SUVs. He was not referring to the Standard trim due next year. According to Reuters, additional not-yet-seen versions are coming.
The Reuters interview focused on the possibility of a pickup version of the R2 electric SUV. Scaringe said Rivian’s Georgia plant, where the R2 will eventually be built (it’s presently built in Normal, Illinois), is designed to support multiple variations of its smaller, more affordable EV. He did not reveal much beyond this: “So clearly there could be an R2X. There’s going to be combinations.”