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Rivian (RIVN) reaffirms Georgia EV plant commitment as state presses for answers

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Rivian (RIVN) is still planning to build electric vehicles in Georgia, just not as soon as expected. After unveiling the R2 last month, a smaller and more affordable electric SUV, Rivian announced it would begin production at its Normal, IL facility rather than its new $5B GA plant. However, not everyone is happy about the move.

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Hyundai has tentative plans for a new EV plant in the U.S., and it could land in Georgia

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South Korean automaker Hyundai is tentatively planning to build a new electric vehicle manufacturing facility in the United States, and it could land in Georgia, where Rivian is planning to build a manufacturing facility. Kia also operates one of the largest automotive production plants in the United States in Western Georgia.

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Rivian gets $827m incentives to expand Normal, Illinois factory for R2

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Rivian’s Normal, Illinois plant is where it builds the R1S and R1T. But the plant is also set to produce the R2 SUV , a smaller upcoming EV which is set to release in the first half of 2026. billion in the short term due to using an existing plant instead of having to build a whole new one.

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Rivian R2 bows: $45,000, over 300 miles, the future of the SUV?

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The Rivian R2 is two years away, but with the debut of an R2S in prototype form Thursday, it’s clear this electric SUV will arrive with a proposition unlike any EV yet: A boxy silhouette, rugged off-road chops, a range easily topping 300 miles, and a target price effectively below today’s average new-vehicle price, regardless of the fuel.

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Hyundai fast-tracks start of EV production in the US as it gains recognition with its own day

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February 26, 2024, will forever be known as Hyundai Day in the state of Georgia as the automaker gears up to begin production at its first dedicated EV and battery plant in the US later this year. Hyundai announced its fast-tracking production at its Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Georgia. Hyundai is investing $7.59

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Rivian cuts prices on its base R1T and R1S ahead of R2 launch

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After Rivian added two new range options for the R1T and R1S last week, the electric truck and SUV maker has also cut prices on some of its lineup. ” Rivian will build the upcoming R2 vehicles at a new, upcoming factory in Georgia , and the EV platform is expected to be a smaller, lower-cost and higher-volume build. .

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Hyundai to add hybrids at EV-only plant as rising demand throws a curveball

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Hyundai will add hybrid production lines at its dedicated EV plant in Georgia as demand rises. Hyundai adds hybrids at its new dedicated EV plant Hyundai is shaking things up after initially announcing plans to build a $5.5B Hyundai’s total auto sales fell 1.5% FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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