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Over 50 Rivian EVs Damaged In Factory Parking Lot Fire. Here’s What Happened

27 Aug 2024 | Abstracted from InsideEVs

"A fire that broke out in the parking lot of Rivian's electric vehicle factory in Normal, Illinois damaged over 50 R1S and R1T models that were reportedly waiting to be shipped out to customers...The cause is still unknown. NFD spokesperson Swaney said an investigation has been started to find out what started the blaze...

Editor's Note: Rivian experienced a fire that damaged three of its Amazon delivery vehicles in Houston, but noted it did not involve the vehicles high voltage traction battery."

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