Rivian vehicles are built for every adventure, and that means using materials that are not only durable and highly functional but also responsibly sourced.
Integral to our tagline, Keep the World Adventurous Forever, is delivering an excellent product while taking into account our impact — and staying competitive without giving an inch on quality. By weight, one-quarter of the vehicle is made from recycled or bio-based materials. R2 truly shines, however, when we look at those touchpoints that rely heavily on plastics and other synthetic materials:
“As our first vehicle designed for high production volume and the mass market, R2 represents a tremendous opportunity for us to achieve impact at scale. Our selection of materials, manufacturing processes, and powertrain design make R2 Rivian’s most responsibly built vehicle to date while opening the brand to millions of new potential drivers.” — Chris Brown Director, Product Sustainability, Rivian
The Adventex Advantage
One material we’re particularly proud of is our second-generation Adventex, used to replace legacy leather-wrapped seating. This comfortable, durable synthetic material is derived from byproducts of the wood pulp industry, with materials sourced from responsibly managed forests in Nordic countries.
In partnership with a third-party auditing company, we verify the sustainability of these materials and monitor their environmental impact, meaning you can expect class-leading performance without sacrificing quality or conscience.
Scaling Responsibly
And while responsibly sourced materials are an important part of the equation, they are only one of many decisions that determine the impact a product may have. For every vehicle Rivian makes, we develop and publish a life cycle assessment (LCA), where our teams follow a rigorous methodology to determine the carbon footprint of a vehicle, from raw materials to disposal. The R2 will have a dramatically lower carbon footprint than our first-generation R1 vehicles. You can learn more about Rivian’s LCA reports here.
Creating Change with Every Mile
With the purchase of any new R2 or R1, Rivian will match the first 10,000 miles of driving with 100% renewable energy, no matter where you choose to plug in. That means wherever customers charge, their adventures are helping build the grid of the future — one that’s more secure, reliable and affordable for everyone. In addition, Rivian matches power used at every Rivian Adventure Network or Waypoints site with 100% renewable energy, regardless of whether your EV is a Rivian or not. Learn more about Rivian’s support for a resilient, clean, affordable grid of the future here.
