Trending Now - Rivian Set to Launch R2 SUV Deliveries Starting June 9

WHO:

TechCrunch - RJ Scaringe is the CEO of Rivian.

Inc - Rivian is the company launching the R2 SUV.

WHAT:

TechCrunch - Rivian will deliver the first R2 SUVs to customers.

Inc - The R2 is an electric five-seat SUV.

WHEN:

TechCrunch - Customer deliveries of the R2 SUV will begin on June 9.

WHY:

TechCrunch - RJ Scaringe stated that the R2 SUV is "maybe the most important thing we’ve launched to date."

(UPDATED May 27, 2026 23:24 UTC)

Rivian, led by CEO RJ Scaringe, is set to launch its new electric five-seat SUV, the R2. Customer deliveries of the R2 will begin on June 9, marking a significant milestone for the company, which Scaringe describes as "maybe the most important thing we’ve launched to date." This new model is expected to make a notable impact in the electric vehicle market.