Rivian's Illinois Factory Damaged by Tornado Ahead of R2 Launch
Rivian's factory in Normal, Illinois was damaged by an EF-1 tornado, impacting operations at Building 2 where the R2 SUV is produced. The company has paused operations in the affected building but expects to resume this week. The incident occurs as Rivian prepares for the launch of the R2, which is critical for the company's financial recovery.
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