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Rivian Electric Van Spotted in Walmart+ Branding

A Rivian electric commercial van wearing Walmart+ branding has been spotted on a car hauler, adding another name to the list of companies whose liveries have appeared on the automaker’s delivery vans without a confirmed purchase announcement. The blue vehicle displayed Walmart+’s “Same day. Right to your door.” slogan, but neither Walmart nor Rivian had publicly commented on the sighting as of Tuesday afternoon.

Rivian’s August EV Registrations Rose 33% as Electric Van Demand Surged

The company ranked second behind Tesla, with its electric vans helping offset a steep decline in R1S registrations.

Lucid Gravity GT-S Debuts With 1,070 HP As Automaker Battles Mounting Losses

The Gravity GT-S starts at nearly $128,000 and uses the same drivetrain found in the discontinued Lucid Air Dream Edition. Lucid says the new model is the most powerful three-row electric vehicle in the United States, putting it ahead of the 1,025-horsepower Rivian R1S.

Lucid Offers 0% Financing on Remaining 2026 Gravity SUVs

The promotion comes several months after the updated Gravity entered the market, suggesting Lucid is looking to accelerate sales of unsold 2026 vehicles.

Lucid Loses Key Engineering Executive Ahead of Critical Midsize EV Launch

Emad Dlala, Lucid’s senior vice president of engineering and software, has departed the company months after being promoted to oversee its Engineering and Digital division, creating another leadership challenge ahead of the launch of Lucid’s first midsize electric vehicle.

Tesla Wins Approval for Self Driving Tests in Belgium

The approval currently applies to a single vehicle and testing is expected to begin after registration and insurance requirements are completed.

Polestar Loss Widens as Tariffs and Discounts Pressure Margins

The automaker posted a net loss of $383 million for the quarter, compared to $166 million a year earlier, while shares fell nearly 8 percent following the results.

Rivian Awards CEO RJ Scaringe $402 Million as Performance Targets Drive Payout

The total package likely ranks among the biggest annual CEO payouts ever.

Polestar Targets Tesla Owners With $21,000 EV Discount Push

The Swedish EV maker targeted current Tesla owners with additional bonuses, making the latest round of discounts even more aggressive than last year.

GOP Bill Could Add $250 Yearly Fee for EV Owners

The proposal comes amid broader policy shifts that have already impacted EV demand in the U.S., including the recent end of the federal consumer tax credit.

Polestar Raises $300M in New Equity Funding to Boost Liquidity

The update was announced in a press release from Polestar, outlining the company’s efforts to improve liquidity and broaden its investor base.

Chevy Bolt Financing Starts at 0.9% APR in March 2026 Incentive Push

The incentives apply to buyers who finance through GM Financial, with offers available through March 31, 2026.

Lucid Interim CEO and CFO Join Cantor Tech Growth Conference

Lucid Group announced that members of its leadership team will appear at an upcoming technology and industrial conference

Cantor Cuts Lucid (LCID) Target to $14 on Production Concerns

Analysts pointed to lower production expectations, persistently negative gross margins, additional capital needs, macroeconomic headwinds and tariff concerns as key risks.

Rivian Posts First Gross Profit, Confirms R2 Q2 2026 Deliveries

The EV maker narrowed annual losses, boosted software revenue, and completed initial validation builds of the R2 at its Illinois facility as it prepares for its next growth phase.

Tesla Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Earnings Results and Analysis

Management also outlined major strategic shifts, including winding down Model S and X production, expanding robotaxi operations, and ramping investment in artificial intelligence and robotics.

Rivian Stock Slips Despite 30% Monthly Rally Ahead of Earnings

The decline came despite a strong run over the past month, as investors looked ahead to Rivian’s upcoming earnings report and weighed shifting expectations for the EV maker’s near-term financial performance.

Polestar Secures $300M Lifeline as Geely Steps In to Stabilize Finances

The deal arrived alongside a separate agreement with its Geely parent network, underscoring growing urgency around Polestar’s balance sheet while buying management time to execute a broader turnaround strategy.

Rivian Stock Drops After AI Day as Investors Eye Long Road to Autonomy

Shares fell as much as 10% during the event before recovering slightly.

Rivian Wins Analyst Confidence as Stifel Raises Target Ahead of Autonomy & AI Day

Stifel’s updated outlook followed Rivian’s notably improved Q3 2025 financial metrics, which showed meaningful movement toward stronger per-vehicle economics.