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Story no.11InternationalOngoingSales and market +1NotableUS United States30 Oct → 31 Oct5 facts · 8 art.

Rivian: sharp rise in R2 sales in third quarter, losses persist

Rivian published quarterly revenue up 38% year over year, above expectations, driven by the R2, which has become its best-selling model, with deliveries up 46%. The American automaker remains in loss due to launch costs, while raising its delivery forecasts for 2026. The R2, priced at $59,485, has surpassed combined sales of the R1S and R1T in the third quarter and is presented as decisive for Rivian's profitability. The sub-events provided concern all of the United States, while coverage also includes South Korean press, without detailed national differences in these elements.

In brief

Ongoing story bringing together 5 events involving Rivian, Ford and Tesla, in États-Unis, followed from 30 October 2026 to 31 October 2026. 8 articles from 8 sources (sales and market, plants, jobs and earnings); last updated on 31 October 2026 at 14:46. Figures reported: 19248 vehicles.

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What is established

Method

Single source so far(6)

  • In the third quarter, the Rivian R2 sold more than the R1S and R1T combined. (according to Autoblog)
  • The Rivian R2 is priced at $59,485. (according to Autoblog)
  • The only R2 model available is a midsize crossover. (according to Autoblog)
  • In the third quarter, Rivian delivered a record number of vehicles, up 46% year over year. (according to alltomelbil.se)

AI cross-check of the headlines and extracts of 3 articles (3 outlets) · “confirmed” = reported by at least two independent outlets, or by the manufacturer’s official press room · 1 Nov, 01h12

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Timeline

newest first

Dot = severity

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In figures

The activity

5 facts

Latest activity 1 day ago

30 Oct31 Oct

Countries concerned

US United States

Brands concerned

Official figures

  • Rivian · 9 recall(s) in 12 months
  • Ford · 32,331 reg. (EU + EFTA + UK, Sept 26) · 280 recall(s) in 12 months
  • Tesla · 68,776 reg. (EU + EFTA + UK, Sept 26) · 10 recall(s) in 12 months

Key figures

19,248
véhicules

Amounts cited$59,485

Highest number recorded in 3 article(s), automatically extracted: please check sources.

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Sources by country and language

Press country

ArticlesOutlets
United States33
South Korea22
United Kingdom11
Sweden11
Unknown country11

Languages

ArticlesOutlets
English55
Korean22
German11

Country of the outlet (not of the topic), inferred from its address and language. Each outlet counts once per row.

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Further reading