Rivian’s R2 Will Be Its First Global EV–And It’s Hiding A Cost-Cutting Trick

Rivian’s R2 Will Be Its First Global EV–And It’s Hiding A Cost-Cutting Trick

The R2 is Rivian’s make-or-break moment, so it has to do everything right. A big part of that is slimming down the parts bin.

The Rivian R2 Couldn’t Have Come at a Better Time

Last week saw what is likely the biggest U.S. electric vehicle launch of the year: the Rivian R2, which will go on sale this spring. It’s absurdly well-timed, given surging gasoline prices. But can it carve out enough of a niche to compete?On this episode of Shift Key, Rob is joined by Jesse Jenkins in his new role as occasional guest cohost. Rob and Jesse discuss the Rivian R2, what the Strait of Hormuz closure could mean for global energy mark…