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Rivian Secures $1 Billion Volkswagen Investment After Profit Milestone

The funding will support production scaling of Rivian's lower-cost R2 model as the company adjusts delivery forecasts due to tariff pressures.

Rivian erreicht wichtiges Zwischenziel in VW-Partnerschaft
Eine lange Schlange unverkaufter 2024 R1S-Elektrofahrzeuge im Osten von Denver.
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Overview

  • Rivian achieved a second consecutive quarter of positive gross profit, unlocking a $1 billion investment tranche from Volkswagen, expected by June 30, 2025.
  • Volkswagen's total commitment of up to $5.8 billion aims to leverage Rivian's electronics architecture to address its EV software challenges.
  • Rivian plans to use the funds to ramp up production of its more affordable R2 model in Illinois, targeting a broader customer base.
  • The company has revised its 2025 delivery guidance to 40,000–46,000 vehicles, citing higher costs from new U.S. import tariffs and shifting consumer behavior.
  • Despite progress, Rivian remains unprofitable, reporting a Q1 2025 net loss of $541 million, though significantly reduced from the prior year.