In an unexpected sighting, a MEVCO-customized Rivian R1T electric vehicle, designed for mining operations, has been observed in Perth's Osborne Park area.
The vehicle, part of a recently announced partnership between MEVCO (Mining Electric Vehicle Company) and Rivian Automotive, was spotted by Dev Raga, an EV enthusiast visiting from Melbourne. Raga, who was in Perth for a conference, stumbled upon the vehicle during a routine walk.
"I have been following lucid and Rivian for ages, so it caught my eye" - Raga reported.
This sighting comes just months after MEVCO and Rivian announced their exclusive global partnership in April 2024. The collaboration aims to provide electric light vehicles specifically tailored for the mining, mining services, and mining equipment industries.
It has been debated heavily about how the Rivian v Tesla would compete head-t0-head, but it is a battle we may not see anytime soon, considering the Non-Disclosure Agreements around the use of the vehicles, it would be a heavily guarded vehicle not to be tested in the public domain, similar with the Rivian v Lucid.
MEVCO CEO Matt Cahir has previously stated,
"The Rivian R1T is widely acclaimed for its on and off-road capabilities, and its robust design and adaptability make it the ideal candidate to meet the many challenges mining presents."
The appearance of this vehicle in Perth suggests that testing or demonstrations may be underway in Australia, a country with a significant mining industry. This development could mark a major step towards sustainable and efficient mining practices in the region.
As the mining industry looks to reduce its environmental impact and improve safety, particularly in underground operations, the introduction of electric vehicles like the MEVCO-customized Rivian R1T could prove transformative. While official comments from MEVCO or Rivian about this specific sighting are not available, the presence of the vehicle in Perth indicates progress in bringing these specialized EVs to the Australian market.
rivian looks likerivian looks like?
As a unique looking vehicle designed for the Mining Industry, you can find full images at CarExplore.com.au
will rivian come to australiawill rivian come to australia
The Rivian is already available in Australia, but not to the public.
who rivian made by?
The founder of Rivian is: RJ Scaringe
can rivian use tesla chargerscan rivian use tesla chargers?
Yes, they use the CCS charger that is commomly used with Tesla Fast Chargers and Superchargers
are rivian trucks electricare rivian trucks electric?
Yes, the Rivian Trucks are electric EVs
are rivian available in australiaare rivian available in australia?
Yes, the Rivian EV is available in Australia but not to the public.
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