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Rivian’s software chief sat for a new interview after launching the company’s AI assistant, and said AI makes the CarPlay debate “obsolete.”

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Founder and CEO RJ Scaringe has a knack for raising money. So far, his three startups have raised more than $12.3 billion.

Mind Robotics, which was first revealed in late 2025, has now raised more than $1 billion to date.

From Ars Technica: Rivian adds a new onboard AI assistant to its latest software update

It's now available for Gen 1 and Gen 2 owners with an active Connect+ subscription or trial.

Rivian announced the rollout of its new AI powered voice assistant. The company designed the assistant in-house, while also relying on unspecified third party models.

It will be available on all Rivian Gen 1 and Gen 2 vehicles, as well as on the R2 when it launches.

EV makers like Rivian and Lucid say state dealership laws complicate the buying process, while dealer groups say the laws protect consumers.

Without giving much away, CEO RJ Scaringe teased the idea of an R2 pickup and an R2X.

VW Group's stake will continue to grow under the $5.8 billion joint venture with Rivian.

Rivian says the R2 costs over 50% less to build than its R1 vehicles, a major step toward cheaper EVs if buyers see the benefit.

Rivian has reworked its loan deal with the Department of Energy and now expects to borrow $4.5 billion to build its new factory in Georgia, down from the original amount of $6.6 billion.

The DOE loan was previously set to support two phases of production for a total of 400,000 units annually.

Rivian has reworked its loan deal with the Department of Energy and now expects to borrow $4.5 billion to build its new factory in Georgia, down from the original amount of $6.6 billion.