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Lucid California Sales Fall 11.6% as Gravity SUV Declines for Second Straight Quarter

Lucid registered 1,011 new vehicles in California in the third quarter of 2026, down 11.6% from a year earlier and 10.8% from the previous quarter, according to California Energy Commission data. Sales of the Gravity SUV fell for a second consecutive quarter, while the Air sedan recorded its lowest quarterly total in the state’s registration data since the second quarter of 2023.

Rivian Opens Early Access to Point-to-Point Hands-Free Driving

Rivian is inviting select owners to test its upcoming driver-assistance technology through a new Autonomy Early Access Program, starting with point-to-point hands-free driving expected to debut on a limited basis in late 2026.<br /> The invitation-only program requires an active Autonomy+ subscription, regular use of preview features and participation in feedback activities before the technology reaches a wider group of customers.

Rivian Recalls Nearly 99,000 EVs Over Rearview Camera Software Bug

More than 95% of the affected vehicles have already received the software fix through over-the-air updates, meaning most owners will receive recall notices after the issue has already been addressed.

Rivian’s R2 Ramp Faces Questions as Citi Flags Production Challenges

The analysts point to Rivian’s existing factory utilization and the production ramp expected at its future Georgia facility as key factors behind their concerns.

Rivian Expands Washington Footprint With New Showroom and Service Facility

The facility will occupy the former Evergreen Ford dealership at 1500 18th Ave. NW in the Hyla Crossing development. It will include 13 service bays, 21 charging stations and space to showcase Rivian’s electric vehicles. The company expects the site to create 35 jobs.

Rivian is Using Test Drives Instead of Big Ad Campaigns to Sell the R2

The EV maker recorded 150,000 test drives across its three consumer models in North America through August 25, already surpassing the 118,000 it recorded throughout 2025. Interest increased sharply after the R2 went on sale in June.

Rivian R2 VIN Count Nears 10,000 Ahead of Second Production Shift

Publicly reported VINs reached the 9,400s on Aug. 28, according to buyers posting their vehicle details online. One Southern California buyer reported receiving an R2 VIN in the 9,400 range at about 10 a.m. Pacific time that day. The buyer had placed an order for an R2 Performance on Aug. 18.

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.

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe to Discuss EVs, AI, and Robotics at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

The session will explore how Rivian is bringing these technologies together as it works to expand its business over the coming years.

Rivian’s Higher 2026 Guidance Puts Pressure on the R2 Ramp

After delivering 22,559 vehicles through the first two quarters, the EV maker must deliver between 42,441 and 47,441 additional vehicles by year-end, placing the spotlight squarely on the ramp-up of the new R2 SUV.

Rivian Appears Ready for Its First Major Wave of R2 Deliveries

While the automaker has not officially announced a broader rollout, a surge in configuration invitations and owner reports suggests deliveries are beginning to scale beyond the initial launch phase.

Rivian Drops Lowest-Priced R1T and R1S Models as Entry Prices Rise

The move raises the starting prices of both vehicles by $7,000, though buyers now receive significantly more driving range with the new entry-level configurations.

Rivian Faces Lawsuit Over Driver+ Hands-Free Driving Claims For Early R1T And R1S Models

The complaint, filed in federal court in California, claims Rivian led customers to believe that Gen 1 vehicles would eventually receive software updates enabling hands-free and eyes-off driving, despite allegedly knowing those capabilities would never be achievable on the platform.

Rivian Sets June 9 for First Customer Deliveries of R2 SUV

The launch represents one of the most important moments in Rivian’s history, with CEO RJ Scaringe previously describing the R2 as potentially the company’s most significant product to date.

Rivian Hints at Final R2 Block Party Before Launch

The launch places the ES9 directly into competition with other high-end Chinese smart EVs, including the recently updated Aito M9 backed by Huawei.

Rivian Stock Could Surge if the R2 Launch Delivers in 2026

After achieving positive gross profit in 2025, Rivian now faces two key milestones that could determine whether its stock becomes one of the EV sector’s biggest comeback stories over the next three years.

Rivian Faces High Stakes R2 Rollout Amid Market Pressure

The decline came shortly after Rivian opened its online R2 configurator, giving reservation holders a closer look at pricing for the new crossover lineup.

Rivian Reveals New R2 Variants as CEO Teases Expanded EV Lineup

The automaker plans to start deliveries around June, with analysts emphasizing that a successful launch is critical to expanding Rivian’s reach beyond its premium lineup.

Rivian To Start R2 Employee Deliveries Ahead of Customer Launch

The milestone marks a key step as Rivian prepares to scale production of its more affordable, high-volume EV.

Rivian Beats Q1 Delivery Estimates as EV Demand Stabilizes

The company delivered 10,365 vehicles in Q1, outperforming forecasts and reinforcing confidence ahead of its upcoming R2 launch.