Check out the video ! Rivian’s R2 Gets Real The Rivian R2, first previewed as a prototype two years ago , has now been formally detailed as a compact electric SUV launching initially in higher‑priced trims, with standard, premium, and performance models ranging from about $49,000 to $58,000, while the originally promised $45,000 version is delayed until later in 2027. In dual‑motor form it delivers a striking 656 horsepower, outperforming luxury rivals like the Mercedes GLC E

This year’s Reuters Automotive USA event in Detroit (#reautousa) offered an opportunity to hear from suppliers, analysts, and automakers as the auto industry faces unprecedented levels of chaos and uncertainty. Here are some of the key automaker insights I came away with: Rivian ’s CFO Claire McDonough was optimistic as the company prepares to launch the $45,000 R2 but noted that Rivian was not yet a household name—and that needs to change. She pointed to Rivian’s strong ver