Rivian Expands Normal, Illinois, Operations
05/10/2025
The investment will include the construction of a 1.2 million-square-foot supplier park which will be used to co-locate companies that produce parts for Rivian. Operations are scheduled to begin in 2026.
"We are excited to see this supplier park coming together so quickly," said Rivian Founder and CEO RJ Scaringe. "This will be a key enabler to increasing production at the plant in 2026 when we start to build R2 in addition to R1 and our commercial vans. We are grateful to Governor Pritzker and the state's partnership, and are looking forward to welcoming suppliers at the new space."
The project is being supported by a $16 million incentive package, which includes a Reimagining Energy and Vehicles (REV Illinois) tax incentive valued at $5 million over the course of 20 years. The remaining incentive package primarily consists of capital grant support. The REV Illinois agreement specificizes the creation of a minimum of 93 full time jobs and a $119.6 million investment.
"Rivian's latest investment in Illinois is a clear reflection of the state's growing leadership in the clean energy economy,” Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Director Kristin Richards. "Illinois is committed to building a sustainable future, supporting innovation, and expanding access to high-quality jobs, especially in the electric vehicle sector."
Rivian currently operates facilities in Illinois, Arizona, California, Michigan, British Columbia, England, and Serbia.
"Illinois has long been a leader in clean energy manufacturing, and Rivian's new $120 million investment underscores the strength of our electric vehicle ecosystem,” added Intersect Illinois President and CEO Christy George. "We are proud to see Rivian grow right here in Illinois, and we look forward to supporting Rivian's suppliers who are building the future of clean energy and advanced manufacturing."
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