Rivian plans to launch its Adventure Network EV charging station across the U.S., and install chargers exclusive to Rivian models and 10,000 chargers for public use, according to CNET. “This bit of infrastructure will cross the entire U.S. mainland and extend to include Hawaii and Alaska with 3,500 DC fast-chargers. A total of 600 stations will come online by the end of 2023 and the company said all Rivian owners will need to do is pull up and plug in.” (Source: CNET) Read the original article…
Todd Phillips is the editorial director of Universus Media Group Inc. and the editor of Canadian auto dealer magazine. Todd can be reached at tphillips@universusmedia.com.
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