Rivian reveals new electric R2 SUV, starting at $45,000

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe stands next to a R2 SUV at an unveiling event in Laguna Beach, California, U.S., March 7, 2024.Rivian Automotive surprised consumers and next new vehicle will be an all-electric midsize SUV called the R2 that's expected to start around $45,000 when it goes on sale in 2026.The vehicle, which Rivian revealed Thursday, will mark the EV startup's fourth product following a commercial delivery van and larger, more expensive R1S SUV and R1T pickup for consumers. The R1 vehicles start at rou ...