US EditionRivian Autonomy Chief Calls Lidar 'No-Brainer' As Costs Plunge: EV Maker Charts Its Path To Self-Driving Cars - Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN)
Rivian's R2 model will offer lidar-equipped versions by late 2026 as sensor costs fall to near radar levels, enabling enhanced autonomous driving capabilities.
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Rivian Autonomy Chief Calls Lidar 'No-Brainer' As Costs Plunge: EV Maker Charts Its Path To Self-Driving Cars - Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN)
Rivian's top autonomy exec says lidar costs have fallen, making it a viable option for EVs, diverges from Tesla's camera-only approach.
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BizTocRivian's autonomy chief says lidar is 'very affordable' and a 'no-brainer' decision
James Philbin, Rivian's VP of autonomy and AI, said the cost of lidar has decreased significantly in the past decade.Kimberly White/Getty Images for RivianRivian unveiled a version of its coming R2 model that comes installed with lidar.The company said the sensor will support its future plans to roll out fully autonomous driving.Rivian's autonomy chief, James Philbin, told Business Insider that using the sensor is a "no-brainer."For Rivian's chi…
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Rivian will add the Lidar in 2026, considering that Tesla's cameras are not enough: "The cameras are excellent to see the world, until they can't." Rivian Automotive has just announced that it will make significant improvements to its R2 models. These include better cameras, LiDAR sensors and a new independent driving processor developed internally. RJ Scaringe, CEO of Rivian, announced: "From the end of 2026, our stand-alone platform...
Rivian Pivots to AI Autonomy with Proprietary Tech and R2 SUV Debut
# Rivian’s Bold Leap into AI Autonomy: Redefining Electric Mobility’s Future Rivian, the electric vehicle upstart that has captured attention with its rugged trucks and SUVs, is making a significant shift toward artificial intelligence and self-driving technology. This move comes at a pivotal moment for the company, as it seeks to differentiate itself in a crowded field of EV manufacturers. Recent announcements from Rivian’s inaugural Autonomy &…
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