Rivian Accelerates Electrification through Adoption of North American Charging Standard and Access to Tesla’s Supercharger Network for Rivian Drivers
- Rivian drivers will have access to more than 12,000 Tesla Superchargers in 2024, expanding charging options for Rivian owners.
- Rivian vehicles will incorporate NACS charge ports as standard starting in 2025, improving compatibility and convenience for charging.
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- Rivian drivers will have access to more than 12,000 Tesla Superchargers in 2024
- Rivian Adventure Network to continue nationwide expansion
- Rivian will incorporate North American Charging Standard (NACS) charge ports in R1 vehicles starting in 2025 as well as upcoming R2 platform
An adapter will be available to enable Rivian's award-winning R1T and R1S to charge on the Supercharger network as early as spring 2024. Rivian will incorporate North American Charging Standard (NACS) charge ports as standard in future R1 vehicles starting in 2025, as well as in its upcoming R2 platform.
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Rebecca Tinucci, Tesla’s Senior Director of Charging Infrastructure said:
“It’s great to see the industry coming together to adopt the North American Charging Standard. By doing so, we’re collectively ensuring all EV drivers have access to easy to use, reliable charging hardware. We look forward to welcoming Rivian owners to thousands of our Superchargers across North America.”
RJ Scaringe, Founder and CEO of Rivian said:
“We’re excited to work with Tesla and to see collaborations like this help advance the world toward carbon neutrality. The adoption of the North American Charging Standard will enable our existing and future customers to leverage Tesla’s expansive Supercharger network while we continue to build out our Rivian Adventure Network. We look forward to continuing to find new ways to accelerate EV adoption.”
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About Rivian:
Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) exists to create products and services that help our planet transition to carbon neutral energy and transportation. Rivian designs, develops, and manufactures category-defining electric vehicles and accessories and sells them directly to customers in the consumer and commercial markets. Rivian complements its vehicles with a full suite of proprietary, value-added services that address the entire lifecycle of the vehicle and deepen its customer relationships. Learn more about the company, products, and careers at www.rivian.com.
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Source: Rivian Automotive, Inc.
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