EV automaker Rivian laying off 4.5% of workforce ahead of R2 launch in Normal
- Posted on October 23, 2025
- By Chicago Tribune
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EV automaker Rivian laying off 4.5% of workforce ahead of R2 launch in Normal

Rivian, which builds all of its electric pickups, SUVs and commercial vehicles in downstate Illinois, gave notice Thursday to more than 600 employees.