AT&T signs deal to buy Rivian EDV Vans, R1T and R1S!

[Redline]

https://uk.sports.yahoo.com/news/t-...dlNFxDSKIGoU9qglIYYOaVSrIYJNZkxmnSTgAFMZfrY8I

Official AT&T Press release: https://about.att.com/story/2023/rivian-commercial-fleet-pilot.html

AT&T and Rivian Team Up to Reduce CO2 Emissions and Enable Smart, Connected Vehicles

We'll begin piloting Rivian's electric vehicles in our fleet in 2024, prioritizing sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.

Key Takeaways:

• EV pilot program is part of AT&T’s effort to help improve safety, reduce costs and cut its carbon footprint
• AT&T named exclusive connectivity provider for all Rivian vehicles in the U.S. and Canada, enabling smarter, safer and more connected driving experience

Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) and AT&T* have today announced that they have signed an agreement for AT&T to purchase Rivian electric vehicles (EVs) for AT&T’s fleet through a pilot program aimed at cutting transport emissions. AT&T expects to begin adding the Rivian Commercial Van and R1 vehicles to its fleet in early 2024 to begin evaluating the various ways these vehicles help improve safety, reduce costs and cut its carbon footprint.

AT&T’s commercial fleet plays an important role in keeping customers connected. Piloting EVs from Rivian will allow AT&T to explore new paths in its electrification journey, which is expected to contribute toward the company’s commitment of carbon neutrality by 2035.
AT&T has a track record of delivering sustainability results within its operations and for business customers. The company expects to reduce its fleet emissions in support of its carbon neutral commitment. Its strategy includes optimizing routes, switching to hybrid and EVs and reducing the overall size of the fleet. AT&T also uses AI to make its fleet more efficient. Overall, AT&T drives 20% fewer miles each year, reducing emissions by 51 million pounds.

In addition to Rivian collaborating with AT&T to provide fleet vehicles for a pilot, AT&T is the exclusive provider of connectivity to all Rivian vehicles, in the U.S. and Canada, enabling a smarter, safer and more connected driving experience. With AT&T connectivity, Rivian uses over-the-air software updates to consistently improve its vehicles with new features that elevate the driving experience for its customers.

The Rivian Commercial Van is designed from the ground-up prioritizing safety, sustainability and ownership cost. The Rivian Commercial Van is engineered to be one of the safest vehicles on the road today with features including automatic emergency braking, collision warnings and 360-degree visibility. The vehicles run with Rivian's in-house software stack which underpins the fleet management system, improving efficiency and contributing to a lower total cost of ownership.

Hardmon Williams, SVP, AT&T Connected Solutions said:
“We’re excited to purchase Rivian EVs for our fleet. This pilot is another important step in our ongoing efforts toward sustainability, reducing our carbon footprint and embracing a cleaner future for our operations. With advanced connectivity and a vision for a sustainable future, Rivian is setting the standard for the evolving demands of modern transportation.”

Dagan Mishoulam, VP, Strategy & Fleet at Rivian said:
“We couldn’t be happier to collaborate with AT&T as we work together to help cut emissions and protect our environment. Around a quarter of CO2 emitted in the transportation sector in the US comes from commercial vans, so it’s imperative we do all we can as soon as possible to help cut emissions. Our category defining vehicles offer some of the most advanced technology in the sector and are continually improved through over-the-air updates. We’re very much looking forward to expanding our relationship with AT&T to help them achieve their climate goals.”

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[MountainBikeDude]

RIVN to the ??

 

[opnwide]

 

[Dark-Fx]

Dangit. Means even longer to wait before they are willing to sell to individuals.

 

[DuoRivians]

They’re also buying fleet R1T and R1S vehicles!

 

[9527]

Kudos to AT&T but will still never be their customer ever again ?

 

[Yellow5]

What a great piece of news, we knew there would be at least one of these and it is nice it came so quickly after the announcement. It shows other companies beyond Amazon are materially interested in using Rivian vehicles. Hopefully a few more of these trickle in ahead of the R2 announcement cycle.

If we set aside the consumer R2 demand, the dream scenarios is an R2 platform equivalent facilitates full replacement of all US mail delivery vehicles.

 

[ATL_R1S]

Official AT&T Press release: https://about.att.com/story/2023/rivian-commercial-fleet-pilot.html

AT&T and Rivian Team Up to Reduce CO2 Emissions and Enable Smart, Connected Vehicles

We'll begin piloting Rivian's electric vehicles in our fleet in 2024, prioritizing sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.

Key Takeaways:

• EV pilot program is part of AT&T’s effort to help improve safety, reduce costs and cut its carbon footprint
• AT&T named exclusive connectivity provider for all Rivian vehicles in the U.S. and Canada, enabling smarter, safer and more connected driving experience

Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) and AT&T* have today announced that they have signed an agreement for AT&T to purchase Rivian electric vehicles (EVs) for AT&T’s fleet through a pilot program aimed at cutting transport emissions. AT&T expects to begin adding the Rivian Commercial Van and R1 vehicles to its fleet in early 2024 to begin evaluating the various ways these vehicles help improve safety, reduce costs and cut its carbon footprint.

AT&T’s commercial fleet plays an important role in keeping customers connected. Piloting EVs from Rivian will allow AT&T to explore new paths in its electrification journey, which is expected to contribute toward the company’s commitment of carbon neutrality by 2035.
AT&T has a track record of delivering sustainability results within its operations and for business customers. The company expects to reduce its fleet emissions in support of its carbon neutral commitment. Its strategy includes optimizing routes, switching to hybrid and EVs and reducing the overall size of the fleet. AT&T also uses AI to make its fleet more efficient. Overall, AT&T drives 20% fewer miles each year, reducing emissions by 51 million pounds.

In addition to Rivian collaborating with AT&T to provide fleet vehicles for a pilot, AT&T is the exclusive provider of connectivity to all Rivian vehicles, in the U.S. and Canada, enabling a smarter, safer and more connected driving experience. With AT&T connectivity, Rivian uses over-the-air software updates to consistently improve its vehicles with new features that elevate the driving experience for its customers.

The Rivian Commercial Van is designed from the ground-up prioritizing safety, sustainability and ownership cost. The Rivian Commercial Van is engineered to be one of the safest vehicles on the road today with features including automatic emergency braking, collision warnings and 360-degree visibility. The vehicles run with Rivian's in-house software stack which underpins the fleet management system, improving efficiency and contributing to a lower total cost of ownership.

Hardmon Williams, SVP, AT&T Connected Solutions said:
“We’re excited to purchase Rivian EVs for our fleet. This pilot is another important step in our ongoing efforts toward sustainability, reducing our carbon footprint and embracing a cleaner future for our operations. With advanced connectivity and a vision for a sustainable future, Rivian is setting the standard for the evolving demands of modern transportation.”

Dagan Mishoulam, VP, Strategy & Fleet at Rivian said:
“We couldn’t be happier to collaborate with AT&T as we work together to help cut emissions and protect our environment. Around a quarter of CO2 emitted in the transportation sector in the US comes from commercial vans, so it’s imperative we do all we can as soon as possible to help cut emissions. Our category defining vehicles offer some of the most advanced technology in the sector and are continually improved through over-the-air updates. We’re very much looking forward to expanding our relationship with AT&T to help them achieve their climate goals.”

 

[R1Thor]

Kudos to AT&T but will still never be their customer ever again ?

*whispers* oh...but you already are....

 

[mkg3]

Bravo Rivian!

The addressable market is so large and fleet after fleet out there....

 

[Batman]

Dangit. Means even longer to wait before they are willing to sell to individuals.

Don't these have a range of like 125miles?

 

[nicus90]

I hope this is a good beginning for the company

 

[Craigins]

Makes me a bit disappointed that they reconfigured the factory to favor the R1 line rather than keeping the higher EDV rate.

 

[Boudro]

And In the next few weeks comes our pricing for the AT&T hotspot! At least we might get more apps like Netflix after they charge for data.

 

[Dark-Fx]

Don't these have a range of like 125miles?

161/153 depending on model with the standard sized LFP battery.

My opinion before I bought my travel trailer was that it's way too low. But with the TT I need to stop every 100 miles to charge my R1T/S anyway.

I think there is also a chance we might see a larger pack going into the RCV soon, especially now that Rivian is using them for mobile service. There is fine print on the fleet page that suggests more than the LFP pack as options too. "Range will vary based on a number of factors, including battery pack, tires, drive mode, HVAC setting, driving behavior, weather, vehicle condition and battery age. "

For me the bigger issue is they aren't shipping AWD yet but they are supposed to be sometime in the future.

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