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Gary Black Compares Rivian’s R2 Launch to Apple Product Expansion, Tesla Launch of Model Y

BenzingaJul 31, 2026, 7:13 PMChris Katje

Rivian launching the R2 with a lower price point than past EVs could be similar to moves by Apple and Tesla, one expert says.

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