Photo Credit:Fair Use [17 U.S.C. § 107]. AI-generated image of RJ Scaringe inside an abanonded early 20th century car assembly plant.

Rivian CEO Says It 'Blows My Mind' That The US Auto Industry Is Reprioritizing Capital Toward Gas-Powered Vehicles

26 Aug 2025 | Abstracted from Business Insider

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe criticized continued U.S. investment in internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, calling it a strategic mistake. He argued that pouring billions into gas-powered platforms delays progress and risks falling behind global EV leaders. Scaringe emphasized that electrification is inevitable and that legacy automakers must pivot faster to remain competitive in a rapidly shifting market.

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