The R2 SUV is already Rivian’s best-selling vehicle
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Rivian’s R2 becoming its best-seller fast enough to raise guidance twice this year shows the EV market is rewarding well-positioned mid-market models, not just flagships. If you’re in EV or adjacent infra, bias your roadmap toward volume platforms and charging patterns that match this segment rather than chasing halo vehicles.
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