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News2026-04-23Clean view

Rivian officially begins production of R2 midsize SUV after tornado hit

On April 22, Rivian Automotive officially commenced production of its all-new R2 all-electric SUV at its manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois. The production launch marks a significant milestone for the startup as it prepares for initial customer deliveries scheduled for late spring.
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