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I drove the Rivian R1T truck. It"s the most adventurous EV yet.

As a left coast urbanite, I'm not exactly what you would call a truck guy. (Fifteen to 20 mpg when the world is warming and gas is pushing $5 a gallon? No thank you.) But I'm definitely an electric vehicle guy (most recently while testing the Lucid A.....»»

Category: topSource:  mashableNov 6th, 2021

Rivian to report Q1 earnings as EV maker cuts costs, prepares new models

While Rivian announced an $827 million incentive package from the state of Illinois last week, analysts still expect it to burn through billions in cash this year......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

Rivian taps Volvo executive as COO ahead of new-model launch

Rivian Automotive Inc. hired Javier Varela as its new chief operations officer to help the electric-vehicle maker scale output as it prepares to roll out a lower-cost model geared for the mass market......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Chevy takes Traverse further toward truck country

The third generation of the Traverse crossover draws from the ruggedness of Chevy's SUV and pickup offerings more than the sleek sedans that originally inspired its design......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Rivian will add more than 500 jobs in Normal to make new EV crossover

It’s another way the EV maker continues to be the economic-development gift that keeps on giving for Illinois......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Toyota executives like fuel cell technology for zero-emission pickups

A hydrogen pickup would have bigger towing ranges and a fuel-like gasoline truck, Toyota executives say......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

The BASIC programming language turns 60

Easy-to-use language that drove Apple, TRS-80, IBM, and Commodore PCs debuted in 1964. Enlarge / Part of the cover illustration from "The Applesoft Tutorial" BASIC manual that shipped with the Apple II computer starting in 1981......»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

Deadly Massachusetts Apple Store crash caused by faulty AI, says defense

The trial over the Massachusetts Apple Store crash is well underway, and the defense is claiming that bad AI was the culprit, not the driver.Source: AP Photo/Steven SenneDriver Bradley Rein drove the car into the Apple Derby Street store in November.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

Legislators too ‘trigger happy" on banning alternative fuels, Volvo Trucks says

As legislators and regulators across the globe pursue fully emissions-free transportation, Volvo Truck's complaint raises questions about whether alternative fuels have a role to play in a green future......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

Legislators too ‘trigger-happy" on banning alternative fuels, Volvo Trucks says

As legislators and regulators across the globe pursue fully emissions-free transportation, Volvo Truck's complaint raises questions about whether alternative fuels have a role to play in a green future......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

UAW reached tentative pact with Daimler Truck, averting strikes

The United Auto Workers said it reached a tentative agreement with Daimler Truck Holding AG ahead of a contract expiring midnight on April 26 and following a strike threat......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsApr 27th, 2024

Tesla’s 2 million car Autopilot recall is now under federal scrutiny

NHTSA has tested the updated system and still has questions. Enlarge / A 2014 Tesla Model S driving on Autopilot rear-ended a Culver City fire truck that was parked in the high-occupancy vehicle lane on Interstate 405. (credit: C.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsApr 27th, 2024

Tesla"s U.S. registrations fell 25% in February, dragging the EV segment into the red

Ford, Hyundai, Kia, BMW and Rivian posted strong gains, partially offsetting Tesla's decline. The last time monthly EV registrations fell was in August 2020......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsApr 19th, 2024

Tesla recalls all 3,878 Cybertrucks over faulty accelerator pedal cover

This time there's no over-the-air software patch. Enlarge / The Tesla Cybertruck. (credit: Tesla) On Monday, we learned that Tesla had suspended customer deliveries of its stainless steel-clad electric pickup truck. Now.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsApr 19th, 2024

Rivian cuts more jobs with woes mounting for electric vehicle market

Rivian Automotive Inc. will cut an another 1 percent of its workforce, the second round of layoffs this year as the electric vehicle industry grapples with flagging consumer demand......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Rivian R2 vs R1S: How will Rivian’s cheaper SUV compare?

The Rivian R2 has finally been announced, and it'll be a great option for those who want a cheaper electric SUV. But how does it compare with the Rivian R1S?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsApr 14th, 2024

Rivian R2 vs. Kia EV9: battle of affordable electric SUVs

The Rivian R2 has been announced -- but how does it compete with the Kia EV9, which is currently the electric SUV to beat in its price range?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsApr 14th, 2024

Rivian R2 vs Kia EV9: battle of affordable electric SUVs

The Rivian R2 has been announced -- but how does it compete with the Kia EV9, which is currently the electric SUV to beat in its price range?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

GMC to reveal freshened Yukon SUV this year

General Motors' premium truck brand released a teaser image Thursday and said the Yukon will launch after the redesigned Acadia large crossover goes on sale this spring......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

Ford cuts price of F-150 EV pickup, set to resume shipments

Ford Motor Co. slashed prices of its electric F-150 Lightning pickup truck by as much as 7.5% as the automaker prepares to resume deliveries this month following a halt earlier this year over an undisclosed quality issue......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

Rivian R2 vs. Ford Mustang Mach-E: Will the R2 be a better buy?

The Rivian R2 is coming, and it could be one of the most compelling EVs yet. But how will it compare with the Mustang Mach-E?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024