Rivian
Irvine, California, United States · Automotive, Electric Vehicle, Manufacturing
Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) is an American automotive manufacturer that develops and builds category-defining electric vehicles and accessories. The company creates innovative and technologically advanced products that are designed to excel at work and play with the goal of accelerating the global transition to zero-emission transportation and energy. Rivian vehicles are built in the United States and a
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Irvine, California, United States
- Employees
- 15,000
- Industries
- Automotive, Electric Vehicle, Manufacturing
- Status
- Public (RIVN)
- Website
- http://www.rivian.com/
- Company page
Recent activity at Rivian
- : SEC 8-K (2.03): On October 7, 2026, Rivian Automotive, Inc. announced the funding of a committed $1.0 billion, 10-year term loan facility from Volkswagen Group. This loan is in connection with the existing joint venture agreement between the two parties. The facility, which is non-recourse to Rivian, carries a fixed interest rate of 6.03% per annum and is secured by Rivian's 50% equity interest in the joint venture, owned by Rivian JV SPC, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company. This strategic financing is significant as it strengthens Rivian's financial position and supports ongoing operations and development within the joint venture with Volkswagen.
- : Rivian Automotive Secures $1 Billion Term Loan from Volkswagen Group
- : SEC 8-K (7.01): On October 2, 2026, Rivian Automotive, Inc. announced its total vehicle production and deliveries for the quarter ending September 30, 2026. This disclosure included detailed figures regarding the number of vehicles produced and delivered, reflecting the company's operational performance during the third quarter. The announcement is significant as it highlights Rivian's progress in scaling production and meeting market demand, which could have implications on its stock performance and investor sentiment. The full press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.
- : Rivian Lands $1.5B Incentives Package To Build Massive Ev Factory In Georgia
- : Rivian receives $827 million grant from Illinois to expand factory for R2 lineup
- : Rivian Automotive Announces CFO Resignation and Executive Search for Replacement
- : Rivian CFO Claire McDonough to Step Down
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On August 24, 2026, Claire McDonough, the Chief Financial Officer of Rivian Automotive, Inc., announced her resignation effective October 30, 2026, to pursue a new opportunity and relocate to the East Coast. Her resignation is not due to any disagreements regarding the company's financial practices. Ms. McDonough will remain with the company until her effective resignation date to facilitate a smooth transition. The company is currently conducting an executive search for her replacement, considering both internal and external candidates, which reflects strategic planning amid this management change.
- : SEC 8-K (8.01): On July 7, 2026, Rivian Automotive, Inc. entered into an underwriting agreement with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC for the sale of 75,000,000 shares of Class A common stock at an offering price of $15.50 per share. The underwriters were granted a 30-day option to purchase an additional 11,250,000 shares, which was fully exercised on July 8, 2026. The Company expects to net approximately $1.32 billion from this offering, intended for general corporate purposes, including funding equity contributions related to a loan arrangement with the U.S. Department of Energy. The underwriting agreement includes customary provisions and conditions, and additional documents related to the offering are filed as exhibits to this report.
- : SEC 8-K (8.01): On July 7, 2026, Rivian Automotive, Inc. entered into an underwriting agreement with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC for the offering, issuance, and sale of 75,000,000 shares of its Class A common stock at an offering price of $15.50 per share. Additionally, the Underwriting Agreement provided the Underwriters with a 30-day option to purchase up to 11,250,000 additional shares at the public offering price, which was exercised in full on July 8, 2026. This strategic capital raise aims to support the company's ongoing operations and growth initiatives in the electric vehicle market. The transaction is significant as it reflects investor confidence and could enhance Rivian's financial flexibility.
Rivian funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | Debt Financing | $1.0B |
| May 2026 | Series B | $300.0M |
| Jul 2025 | Venture | $1.0B |
Leadership
- John Krafcik, Board of Directors
- Claire McDonough, Chief Financial Officer
- Claire McDonough, Chief Financial Officer
- Claire McDonough, Chief Financial Officer
- Javier Varela, COO
- Kelsey Arms, Talent Acquisition Partner
- Jenny Lewis, Vice President
- Greg Revelle, Chief Customer Officer
- Greg Revelle, Chief Customer Officer
- Michael Callahan, Chief Accounting Officer
- Sreela Venkataratnam, Chief Accounting Officer
- Jennifer Prenner, Chief Marketing Officer
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Employee benefit plans
Rivian files 2 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.
Rivian in the news
- Rivian Boosts Initial Georgia Plant Capacity To 300,000 Units - InsideEVs (Apr 30, 2026)
- Toyota and Rivian Adopt Stratasys' New F870™ to Accelerate Factory-Floor Manufacturing Applications at Scale - Business Wire (Sep 09, 2026)
- Rivian Introduces Second Generation R1S, R1T - Rivian (Jun 06, 2024)
- Rivian to cut over 600 jobs as EV demand flags after tax credits expire - Reuters (Oct 23, 2025)
- Just Buy It: Waiting For Lidar In The Rivian R2 Might Not Be Worth The Headache - InsideEVs (May 22, 2026)
- Rivian’s EV Charging Network Is Growing Fast, And It Just Hit A Major Milestone - InsideEVs (Jun 03, 2026)
- Amazon will order 100,000 electric delivery vans from EV startup Rivian, Jeff Bezos says - The Verge (Sep 19, 2019)
- Inside The Rivian Plant: 'It's Like Google And Toyota Had A Baby' - WGLT (Sep 28, 2021)
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About Rivian: questions and answers
What does Rivian do?
Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) is an American automotive manufacturer that develops and builds category-defining electric vehicles and accessories. The company creates innovative and technologically advanced products that are designed to excel at work and play with the goal of accelerating the global transition to zero-emission transportation and energy. Rivian vehicles are built in the United States and a
Where is Rivian headquartered?
Rivian is headquartered in Irvine, California, United States.
How many employees does Rivian have?
Rivian has about 15,000 employees.
Has Rivian raised funding?
Yes. Fundz has recorded 3 funding events for Rivian. The most recent, Debt Financing of $1.0B, was in Oct 2026.
Who leads Rivian?
Jenny Lewis is a Vice President at Rivian.
What is the latest news on Rivian?
On Oct 07, 2026, SEC 8-K (2.03): On October 7, 2026, Rivian Automotive, Inc. announced the funding of a committed $1.0 billion, 10-year term loan facility from Volkswagen Group. This loan is in connection with the existing joint venture agreement between the two parties. The facility, which is non-recourse to Rivian
Is Rivian a public company?
Yes. Rivian is publicly traded under the ticker RIVN.
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