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Rivian Adds Chicago to Robotaxi Tests, Says RAP1 Chip Testing Ends in Weeks
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Fusion42 · 9 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Rivian will add Chicago to its robotaxi testing alongside San Francisco and Miami, aiming for urban testing completion by year-end. The company is nearing completion of hardware characterisation for its RAP1 in-house chip, which powers its Gen 3 autonomy system scheduled for late 2026.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Autonomous Vehicles.
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Your autonomous vehicle planning just gained a new major city testbed in Chicago with Rivian unlocking significant capital tied to this rollout. Competition and hardware standardisation will accelerate as Rivian’s in-house chip nears final testing, offering a rare chance to align or pivot with this emerging tech stack.
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