Rivian Officially Starts Delivering Its R2 Vehicles to Customers Today—Here’s What to Expect

It’s an incredibly important moment for Rivian Automotive and its 43-year-old founder and CEO, RJ Scaringe.

BY ROB VERGER, SENIOR EDITOR @ROBVERGER

A Rivian R2 electric vehicle in Austin, Texas. Photo: Getty Images

Today is a pivotal day for Rivian Automotive. In 2024, Rivian first revealed the R2, a midsized electric SUV intended to compete with the likes of the Tesla Model Y or the Toyota RAV4. Since then, potential buyers have wondered when they could officially order one or get their hands on the keys. 

That day has finally arrived, as June 9 represents the vehicle’s official launch. Some people who already hold reservations will be able to place their orders (paying a refundable $100 for an R2 reservation is the first step that would-be buyers need to........

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