Rivian’s AI pivot is about more than chasing Tesla

Source: The Verge

Rivian AI Autonomy Day

RJ Scaringe is sitting in Rivian’s Palo Alto offices, explaining why the adventure‑themed EV company suddenly decided to build its own self‑driving cars, when an unexpected guest glides by the window outside: Waymo. A robotaxi from the Alphabet‑owned company pulls up outside the office. The passenger…