Rivian News

Tesla challenger closer to Oz

By Tim Gibson · 02 Oct 2025

A new all-electric SUV is edging closer to Australia.

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The coolest cars Ford, Chevrolet, Cadillac and others are keeping from Australia | Opinion

By Stephen Ottley · 31 May 2025

Australia and America used to be close allies on the automotive front, but it seems time is increasing the distance between the two countries.

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Will we finally get the most exciting electric car brands in Australia? Rivian and Volkswagen joint venture bodes well for Australians wanting to get their hands on some of the best EVs in the world | Analysis

By Dom Tripolone · 14 Nov 2024

Volkswagen and American electric carmaker Rivian’s joint venture is now official.

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Why Cupra won't build a ute to rival popular Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz despite edgy branding and impending US-market entry

By Tom White · 26 Oct 2024

Cupra explains why a ute is simply off the table despite 'experimenting' with new bodystyles and an impending US market arrival.

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Is Rivian Volkswagen's EV short cut? Initial $1.5B VW investment in US electric car maker set to add joint venture in 2025

By James Cleary · 26 Jun 2024

Volkswagen AG has confirmed an initial US$1B (A$1.5B) investment in US EV specialist Rivian Automotive with the intention of a direct shareholding and developing a 50/50 joint venture business focused on development of electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture.

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Beating Tesla to the punch? Rivian reveals not one, but two new electric cars, including a mid-size SUV and an off-road-focused crossover

By Tom White · 08 Mar 2024

Rivian reveals its much-anticipated R2 mid-size SUV, and a surprise small crossover SUV as part of its lower-cost global EV ambitions.

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2025 Rivian R2 electric car coming soon as the off-road-focused automaker looks to take on Tesla Model Y with its first 'affordable' EV model

By Tom White · 16 Feb 2024

Rivian's entire future could hinge on the R2 which is set to be fully revealed on March 7th.

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From the Ford Bronco to the Kia Telluride: These are the 4WD models that could change the off-roading game in Australia | Opinion

By Marcus Craft · 05 Nov 2023

There's nothing wrong with competition. It's a good thing. And in economic terms, it's one of the chief aspects of capitalism and helps to form the basis of a healthy free market.

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What do you get when you cross Tesla with Isuzu? The answer could be Australia's next big thing | Opinion

By Stephen Ottley · 09 Sep 2023

Hyundai can’t do it. Neither can Mercedes-Benz or BMW. Tesla has become the name in electric vehicles and has cornered the market, with the Model 3 and Model Y outselling all of its sedan and mid-size SUV competition.

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EVs are NOT off-roaders! And a lot needs to change before they are outback adventure vehicles | Opinion

By Marcus Craft · 09 Jul 2023

Whether you like it or not, EVs are well and truly here, and they’re here to stay.

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