Rivian’s New RAD Division Is Here. But What Is It Really?
InsideEVs • 2/27/2026
Summary
Rivian has established a new division called RAD, which is described as a skunkworks adventure team. This development may indicate the beginning of a larger initiative.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
50d
Age
1
Sources
from cluster
1198
Hours Since Seen
Final Score0/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusArchived
Recency Multiplier0% (0.5^1198/48)
Hero EligibleNo
Score is 0 because recency decay (0.5^1198/48 = 0.000000) reduced it below 0.5
Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (4/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 50 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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