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Rivian’s CEO RJ Scaringe is set to drop major insights at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, revealing how his company is scaling hardware manufacturing while launching the game-changing R2 SUV—priced at $58K—to break into mass markets. With EV demand slowing and competition heating up, Rivian’s push for Level 4 autonomy by 2028 and its own U.S. charging network could be make-or-break. But the real future? Robotics. Scaringe’s new venture, Mind Robotics, has raised $900M this year—and is already testing humanoid robots on Rivian’s Illinois factory floor to tackle labor shortages. This isn’t just about cars—it’s about redefining industrial automation. Don’t miss this pivotal glimpse into the next era of mobility and manufacturing.

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