Rivian has announced plans to open sales of its Rivian Commercial van to fleets of all sizes, across the United States.
The automaker’s van was most notably used as the platform on which Amazon based its custom electric delivery van. Designed from the ground up, Rivian is aiming for its vans to help businesses prioritize safety and driver comfort, as well as total cost of ownership and sustainability. Among its key safety features are automatic emergency braking, collision warnings, and 360-degree visibility.
Following the conclusion of Rivian and Amazon’s exclusivity period with the Commercial Van, the OEM has been trialing the model with several large fleets in the U.S. while also preparing its fleet management process for the mass market. Together, Rivian says, these pilots have allowed it to open sales further.
Rivian’s Commercial Van, itself, is offered to fleet customers in two variants – the 500 and the 700, providing a maximum payload of 2,663 lbs (1207 kg) and a gross vehicle weight of up to 9,500 lbs (4309 kg). The van heavily utilizes Rivian’s in-house software stack to control a broad range of user interactions, from unlocking the vehicle and opening the door, to charging and acceleration.
