Rivian's Electric Van Gets AWD and 30% More Range
Rivian is now delivering EDV 700 vans with a 129 kWh LFP pack and optional AWD. EPA lab figures show how much range the second motor costs.
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Rivian is now delivering EDV 700 vans with a 129 kWh LFP pack and optional AWD. EPA lab figures show how much range the second motor costs.

Rivian delivered 12,194 vehicles in the second quarter of 2026, up about 14% from the 10,661 it delivered a year ago and comfortably ahead of the 10,518 analysts expected, according to estimates compiled by Visible Alpha. And Rivian paired the beat with a bigger statement: it raised its full-year 2026 delivery forecast from 62,000-67,000 to…

Rivian is recalling nearly every electric delivery van it has ever built after federal regulators flagged a seat belt defect that could leave drivers unrestrained during a crash. We’ve been tracking Rivian’s quality control struggles for over a year, and this recall affecting Amazon’s signature EV fleet confirms the pattern. The National Highway Traffic Safety…

Stark Future has officially unveiled the Stark VARG EX, a high-performance electric enduro motorcycle designed to bridge the gap between off-road thrills and road-legal versatility. Following the success of their motocross-focused VARG model, the VARG EX introduces key upgrades that target both enthusiasts and urban riders. The EX marks Stark Future’s first road-legal motorcycle, pushing…

Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian has temporarily suspended production of its commercial delivery vans for Amazon, according to Reuters. The company cited a shortage of parts as the reason for the production halt, highlighting ongoing supply chain challenges in the EV industry. Supply Chain Woes Continue Rivian, like many other EV makers, has been grappling with…

A pre-production Rivian electric delivery van was spotted at a fast-charging station. The electric vehicle was captured on video footage and shared on YouTube for all of us to enjoy. Rivian’s largest investor and customer Amazon has ordered 100,000 electric delivery fans from Rivian by the end of 2025, with 10,000 vehicles to be delivered…
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