Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has a plan to address recent supply issues and increase production. Scaringe intends to seek new partners for the company. In an interview with Bloomberg, Scaringe disclosed that Rivian is in the final stages of negotiations.
The negotiations are aimed at expanding vehicle sales beyond the exclusive deal with Amazon. Despite facing ongoing supply chain challenges, Scaringe remains confident. He expressed confidence in Rivian’s ability to manufacture 50,000 electric cars this year.
Rivian is facing significant challenges due to the chip shortage. This has resulted in production delays for their R1T pickup truck, R1S SUV, and Amazon delivery vans. However, the CEO, Scaringe, mentioned that they are making progress in addressing the chip shortage. He also expressed confidence in the company’s prospects for the second half of the year.
In addition to ramping up production, Scaringe is actively seeking new partnerships for Rivian. He revealed ongoing discussions with various companies, with a focus on collaborations that provide access to new markets or technologies.
Scaringe’s comments come at a time when Rivian is under pressure from investors. Since its IPO in November 2021, the company’s stock price has experienced a significant decline. Despite this, Scaringe remains optimistic about Rivian’s long-term future. He highlights their development of desirable products and their potential to lead the electric vehicle market.
Here are some additional details about Rivian’s plans:
- The company is planning to build a second manufacturing plant in the United States.
- Rivian is also planning to expand its international operations.
- The company is developing new products, including a smaller electric SUV and a commercial electric van.
