Rivian is an American electric automaker and automotive technology company founded in 2009 by CEO Robert "RJ" Scaringe. After being named Rivian Automotive, the company began focusing on autonomous electric vehicles in 2011. Let's take a look at what makes Rivian a car company to watch in the future.
Perhaps you’re in the market for an electric vehicle (EV) but require one with all-wheel drive (AWD). If that’s the case, TrueCar’s list of the best AWD electric vehicles makes for a good place to start.
If you have a gas-powered car, you may think reducing your carbon footprint is out of reach. However, just because you don't drive the latest Tesla doesn't mean there aren't things you can do to make a difference. For starters, open a window and turn off the air conditioning.
Tesla's exciting vehicles are Musk's primary cash cow, but he's also trying to build out companies both up and down with SpaceX and The Boring Company. Some recently published training material reveals some interesting things about the leash that The Boring Company keeps on its employees.
The auto market has faced several challenges in the past year, mostly due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. From material shortages, factory shutdowns, and decreased staffing due to social distancing guidelines, car sales overall have taken a hit. However, despite these tough situations facing most automakers, EV sales have actually soared.
The Ford Mustang is an iconic car that's been one of the most beloved cars in American history. When Ford introduced the Mustang Mach-E, it signaled to the world that Ford was truly committed to creating EVs. Now, the Ford Mustang Mach-E has surpassed its gas-powered siblings in terms of production.
MotorBiscuit sat down with Cars.com Executive Editor Joe Wiesenfelder at the 2021 Chicago Auto Show to discuss the rise of used car prices, the state of ADAS features, and what it could take to improve EV ownership.
Production delays pushing the Tesla Cybertruck's release to 2022 mean there's space in the market for another electric truck. But the list of serious competitors is short. Rivian is the only player in the electric truck market looking for new investments.
The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq isn't quite up for sale yet, but Cadillac's opening up reservation spots for its electric SUV in September 2021. Here's what we know so far about the Lyriq, including how the competition compares.
What makes Tesla so interesting is the way the company constantly pushes the envelope. Not since Steve Jobs' fabled return to Apple has a company leader been as polarizing and fascinating as Elon Musk.
In 2019, a tweet about feral hogs conjured a bonkers image, but it brought a bigger problem to light: Feral hogs are spewing more pollution on the environment than a million cars. And it's not a problem that EVs can fix.
Many prospective EV drivers aren't willing to compromise on the high prices of many electric vehicles. That battery might make an EV last longer than a gas engine, but it also contributes to its high price point. Thankfully, more automakers, including Stellantis, are beginning to understand the importance of affordable EVs.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has used his influence to fund and design some of the most impressive EVs in the industry. The Tesla Model S Long Range set a new record in electric range with 412 miles. And the Model S Plaid is reportedly the fastest production car on the market with a sub-two-second 0-to-60-mph …
Today, concerns over climate change and solutions continue to dominate discussions in various industries, including the automotive sector. To meet the demand that hundreds of new EV models and thousands of EV drivers will create on the road, Electrify America aims to at least double its network of charging stations by the year 2025.
The days of the old Crown Victoria police patrol cars are gone, quickly being replaced by faster, more efficient models. In fact, police departments around the country are toying with the idea of investing in electric vehicles, with Tesla is currently the front-runner for providing an EV alternative to law enforcement officials.
Since Tesla's first electric model hit the automotive market, Elon Musk, one of the co-founders, has worked hard to bring new innovation to an industry that is now filling up with electric vehicles. Tesla's website explains Elon Musk's role in this ever-growing industry. What is his mission and how will he bring it to life?
The Chevy Bolt is a great EV option today, but it's getting even better soon. The 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV (electric utility vehicle) is a bigger and improved version of the regular Bolt. Here's a look at the 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV and how Disney is giving the Bolt EUV a boost.
With the popularity of electric vehicles increasing, instances of EVs catching fire due to faults or other malfunctions quickly make headlines. Tesla is one automaker that frequently makes the news when a model catches fire. What's more, due to the unique chemical makeup of lithium-ion batteries, these fires are difficult to extinguish.
Ahead of its time in many ways, Italdesign founder Giorgetto Giugiaro penned the original Ducati 860 GT in 1974. And now, his firm has made a modern electric homage: the Ducati 860-E.
Volkswagen is reinventing its lineup with a set of EVs dubbed the ID. series. By 2022, most of these vehicles will be available to consumers. Some, like the ID.3 hatchback, will be confined to Europe. However, nearly all of the ID. models, including the Volkswagen ID.8, should make their way to the U.S. soon enough.