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  "path": "/2026/06/16/rivian-layoffs-r2-launch-profitability/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-06-16T18:42:56.000Z",
  "site": "https://electrek.co",
  "tags": [
    "News",
    "chevrolet",
    "layoffs",
    "rivian",
    "Rivian R2",
    "RJ Scaringe"
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  "textContent": "Rivian laid off hundreds of workers on Tuesday, or less than 2% of its workforce, just one week after it began deliveries of its all-important R2 SUV.\n\nThe electric automaker confirmed the cuts hit its service and customer teams, which include sales and marketing, as it tries to claw its way to a profit it has yet to ever post.",
  "title": "Rivian lays off hundreds, under 2% of staff, a week after R2 launch"
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