Rivian Autonomy Chief Calls Lidar 'No-Brainer' As Costs Plunge: EV Maker Charts Its Path To Self-Driving Cars

Rivian's top autonomy exec says lidar costs have fallen, making it a viable option for EVs, diverges from Tesla's camera-only approach.

Rivian Takes Direct Aim at Tesla With New Lidar-Driven Autonomy Strategy

Rivian lidar autonomy challenge heats up as the automaker unveils its RAP1 chip, new autonomy computer, and a lidar-backed ...

Rivian Is Adding Self-Driving Capability To Its EVs, Starting With The R2 SUV

Beginning in late 2026, the company will add an array of hardware and software enhancements to its midsize model for ...
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Rivian ups its game on hands-free driving and AI

Electric automaker Rivian has unveiled new technology it says will put it at the forefront of autonomous vehicles.
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The space-based heat maps changing how engineers fix cities

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Rivian Maps Its Autonomous Future With Custom Silicon and AI

Rivian autonomy AI platform takes shape as the EV maker unveils custom silicon, hands-free driving, and an in-house AI assistant ...

This Upgrade Could Make The Rivian R2 Fully Autonomous—Eventually

Rivian's upcoming $45,000 R2 crossover will get a lidar sensor as the EV startup raises the stakes on autonomous driving.

Rivian’s Hands-Free Driving Is About To Get 2,492% Better

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Roborock unveils its first-ever robot vacuum cleaner with a roller mop

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Rivian Autonomy and AI day: Live updates from the EV maker's inaugural event

EV maker Rivian is holding its inaugural autonomy and AI day in the Bay Area today, and Engadget’s senior reporter Karissa ...

This incredible map shows the world’s 2.75 billion buildings

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Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) Discusses AI-Centric Approach to Vehicle Autonomy and Technology Roadmap Prepared Remarks Transcript

Rivian Automotive, Inc. ( RIVN) Discusses AI-Centric Approach to Vehicle Autonomy and Technology Roadmap December 11, 2025 12:00 PM EST Please welcome RJ Scaringe, Founder and Chief Executive Officer ...