A fire broke out at Rivian Automotive’s EV plant in Normal, Illinois, causing damage to several vehicles in a parking lot. The company is currently investigating the cause of the fire and stated that the plant itself was unaffected. The Normal Fire Department responded to the incident, with a spokesperson mentioning that a number of vehicles were damaged.
The manufacturing plant in Normal is Rivian’s only facility, with plans for a new plant in Georgia currently on hold due to cost-cutting measures. Rivian produces its R1 vehicles at the Normal plant and is set to begin manufacturing the R2 SUV in early 2026.
The incident highlights the potential risks and challenges faced by EV startups in the industry. Rivian’s future plans for expansion and production of affordable electric vehicles may be affected by the fire at their Illinois plant.
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