Rivian Calls R2 Launch an Inflection Point as Demand, Autonomy Plans Accelerate

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe called the coming period an “inflection point year” as the EV maker begins scaling its R2 midsize SUV. The company is also expanding software, autonomy and licensing initiatives, signaling a broader growth strategy beyond vehicle sales. The update is a constructive outlook for Rivian, though the article provides no financial targets or production-volume figures.