Meanwhile, addressing to a step-up in efforts to bring in new vehicle programs alongside an expansion of domestic facilities, Rivian Chief Executive R. J. Scaringe said in a statement late on Friday, " As we near the start of vehicle production, it's vital that we keep looking forward and pushing through to Rivian's next phase of growth. This infusion of funds ... allows Rivian to scale new vehicle programs, expand our domestic facility footprint, and fuel international product rollout ."