# Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe says there's more R2 in the works.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-05-06 · Ars Technica*

## Key points

- Rivian plans to launch a $45,000 R2 model with a smaller battery next year.
- Rivian CEO hinted at potential R2 variants, including an R2X, expanding the lineup.
- Rivian is considering developing in-house lidar sensors in collaboration with a Chinese company.
- Rivian's new Georgia plant will build both R2, R3 vehicles and Uber robotaxis starting in 2028.
- The Georgia facility will have an annual capacity of 300,000 vehicles, enabling multiple variants.

**Companies:** Rivian
**Countries:** United States, China

[Read the full story on Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/cars/2026/05/more-than-just-an-suv-rivian-is-working-on-more-r2-variants/)

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