Rivian’s big plans are undeterred by EV policy changes under Trump, says CEO RJ Scaringe

Rivian's "flagship space" in San Francisco opened its doors to the public on Jan. 24. — "The future of transportation will be electric," Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe said. Rivian's "flagship space" in San Francisco opened its doors to the public Jan. 24. (LAURENCE ILIFF/AUTOMOTIVE NEWS)

January 27, 2025 04:14 PM

SAN FRANCISCO — Rivian Automotive is accelerating its plans to become a mass-market automaker despite the likely repeal of broad electric vehicle incentives by the Trump administration, CEO RJ Scaringe said.

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