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Looking ahead, Rivian is hopeful that its upcoming R2 model, a midsize SUV priced around $45,000, can significantly alter their sales trajectory. Scaringe notes that if Rivian could achieve a production scale of 500,000 vehicles annually, they may effectively reduce manufacturing costs and offer even more competitive pricing—potentially by about 20% for each doubling of production. This kind of volume could enhance Rivian's presence, especially if priced competitively in markets similar to China.