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Rivian bets on R2 platform to expand EV lineup, launch robotaxi

2 September 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

Published

2 September 2026

Topic

opportunities

◆ Sectors

Micromobility

◆ Geography

United States

◆ Source

Read at canada.autonews.com →

◆ Verified

Fusion42 · 2 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

Rivian is leveraging its lower-cost R2 platform to broaden its electric vehicle portfolio and develop a robotaxi model under an agreement with Uber, targeting deployment in 2028.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Your automobility startup must now factor in Rivian’s R2 platform as a competitive benchmark for cost-efficient EVs and robotaxi deployment, especially if you target partnerships like Uber. This move opens a clear new market segment for affordable, purpose-built robotaxis already backed by a major ride-hail player.

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1 source · 2 Sep 2026

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