Wlei - Lean Enterprise Institute's Podcast

If you do not yet know the company Rivian you will undoubtedly know it very soon. In 2019 Rivian made waves in the auto industry by announcing two “electric adventure vehicles”, the R1T – an electric pickup truck - and the R1S - an electric SUV. Both vehicles are expected to launch in the United States later this year and globally in 2021. Rivian is also developing a fleet of electric delivery vans to fulfill a 100,000-unit order placed by Amazon. In the last twelve months the electric vehicle company has raised 3 billion dollars. Listen in to hear how R.J. and Jim are bringing this vision to life. Reference links: Podcast teaser video Rivian.com Episode One: The Climb | Adventurous Forever | Rivian Elon Musk’s New Nemesis: Rivian Founder R.J. Scaringe Has a $3 Billion War Chest And Tesla In His Headlights