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Rivian to Integrate Third-Party AI Agents into Vehicle Software
Rivian plans to integrate third-party AI agents into its vehicle software, keeping safety-critical controls separate from external models.
October 15, 2026, 06:02 PM·TechCrunch
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Doug Field Joins Mind Robotics as President
Former Tesla and Ford executive Doug Field joins Mind Robotics as president, following the startup's successful fundraising of over $1 billion.
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Mind Robotics Appoints Former Ford Executive Doug Field to Lead Operations
Mind Robotics, a startup backed by over $1 billion in funding, has hired former Ford EV chief Doug Field to oversee its product, engineering, and operations.
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Rivian Spinoff Mind Robotics Secures $1 Billion and Appoints New Leadership
Mind Robotics, a Rivian spinoff developing industrial AI-powered robots, has raised over $1 billion and appointed former Ford EV executive Doug Field to lead operations.
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Doug Field Joins Rivian-Backed Mind Robotics as President
Mind Robotics, a robotics startup founded by Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, has appointed former Apple and Tesla executive Doug Field as president following a $1 billion funding round.
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Rivian Announces Ghostbusters-Themed Software Update for R1 and R2
Rivian will release a free over-the-air update for R1 and R2 models during the 2026 Halloween season, introducing a Ghostbusters-themed mode with custom lighting, audio, and games.
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Rivian Adds Ghostbusters Features in Latest Software Update
Rivian has launched its 2026 Halloween software update, bringing Ghostbusters-themed interface changes and interactive features to its electric vehicles.
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Rivian Adds Pet Monitoring and AI Assistant in Latest Software Update
Rivian's 2026.36 software update introduces a Pet Cam for R2 owners and expands AI voice assistant capabilities, requiring a Connect+ subscription.
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Executive Compensation Trends at Major US Automakers in 2025
General Motors CEO Mary Barra earned $48.2 million in 2025, significantly outpacing the $16.7 million compensation of Ford CEO Jim Farley.
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Rivian Hits Record Sales Milestone Following R2 Launch
Rivian achieved record third-quarter sales of 19 248 vehicles, driven by the launch of its R2 SUV, and now targets up to 70 000 total deliveries for 2026.
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Rivian Recalls R2 SUVs Over Battery Fastener Defect
Rivian is recalling 14 R2 SUVs due to a battery pack fastener issue that could cause power loss, marking the second recall for the new mass-market model.
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Rivian Adds Pet Monitoring and Tailgate Controls in Latest R2 Update
Rivian has launched an October software update for the R2 model, adding a pet monitoring camera and adjustable tailgate height settings.
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Rivian Adjusts R2 Autonomy Hardware Rollout Schedule
Rivian will supply R2 vehicles with LiDAR and its RAP1 computer to employees in 2026, while customer deliveries are pushed to 2027.
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Rivian Outlines Pricing Strategy for Future R3 and R4 Models
Rivian plans to price its upcoming R3 SUV significantly lower than the R2, with further expansion into the affordable segment via the future R4 model.
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Rivian Initiates Recall for R2 and R1 Models Over Camera Software Glitch
Rivian is recalling nearly 99,000 vehicles, including its new R2 SUV, to fix a software glitch that obstructs the rear-view camera display.
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ALSO Begins Demo Tour for TM-B E-Bikes Amid Delivery Delays
ALSO, a Rivian spin-off, has begun a nationwide demo tour for its TM-B e-bike while early customers continue to face significant shipping delays for their pre-ordered units.
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Rivian Streamlines Financial Reporting With AI-Driven Automation
Rivian has reduced its financial close cycle by over 15 days by deploying an AI system on Amazon Bedrock to automate complex accounting for custom manufacturing tool accruals.
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Also Delays Launch of High-Tech TM-B E-Bike
Rivian's micromobility spinoff Also has delayed the launch of its high-tech TM-B e-bike, citing supply chain issues, regulatory hurdles, and complex manufacturing requirements.
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Rivian Unifies Software Stack Across R1 and R2 Models
Rivian is unifying its vehicle software with the launch of RivianOS 2, introducing a single software stack for R1 and R2 models.
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Rivian CEO on Software Architecture and the VW Partnership
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe discussed the company's $5.8 billion deal with Volkswagen and the technical advantages of its software architecture over Western and Chinese competitors.
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