Rivian is working to debut its R1T electric pickup and R1S battery-powered SUV. As we know, the American manufacturer also supported by Amazon & egrave; a little late on schedule due to a number of problems. The first deliveries of the pickup, however, are expected to start in September. At the same time, the company & agrave; the development of electric vans is continuing which will have to; provide to the ecommerce giant. Despite all these commitments, Rivian is already on track. planning to expand.
According to a report by Reuters, in fact, the company & agrave; plans to build a second plant in the United States which will include & agrave; also the production of cells for batteries . Apparently, the project is expected to be announced in a couple of months. If there are no delays, construction should start next year. However, the timing could vary, especially due to the pandemic that would already have; delayed the plans of this new factory.
MORE CAPACITY? PRODUCTIVE
At the moment it is not; given to know where it will be; built the new factory. The report only highlights that several US states have come forward. Moreover, the construction of a new plant for the production of cars and batteries has positive effects on the economy of the country that will be; chosen.
For the moment, Rivian has only confirmed that it is evaluating locations for a second production facility. The current US plant of the company is located in Normal, Illinois. All that remains is to wait for more information on this interesting project. A second plant could bring important advantages to the American manufacturer. In addition to being able to increase the capacity; of production of the cars, Rivian could count on a production line for the cells equal to a capacity; of around 50 GWh per year .
The new plant could also include a research and development center. Finally, it should be remembered that Rivian plans to introduce its electric cars in Europe in the course of 2022.
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