Tesla sold nearly 1.8 million electric vehicles (EVs) in 2024, primarily consisting of sedans and SUVs. The company’s sales figures have garnered significant attention from investors and industry observers.
Rivian’s Focus on Trucks
Rivian, a competitor in the electric vehicle market, has concentrated on producing trucks. This strategy raises questions about its potential impact on Tesla’s truck sales. Tesla has evolved from a startup to a sustainably profitable automaker, and every electric vehicle company is often compared to it.
Tesla’s Sales Breakdown
In 2024, Tesla’s sales included:
- Model 3 and Model Y: Approximately 95% of total vehicle sales.
- Other Vehicles: The remaining 5%, which includes the Cybertruck.
Despite being categorized as "other," the Cybertruck only managed to sell around $85 billion worth of units last year. This figure is notable, especially considering Rivian’s sales performance in the same period.
Rivian’s Performance
Rivian reported sales of around $8 billion worth of EV trucks last quarter. This translates to an average monthly production rate of approximately $33,400 since early last year when Rivian began ramping up its production capacity.
- Rivian achieved its goal of reaching an annual run-rate of 50,000 units per month by mid-2023.
- The company announced plans to upgrade its factory in December to increase production further.
Recent Developments
Rivian has recently increased its production capacity following additional investments, aiming for an output of up to 100,000 units per month within the next twelve months. This is a significant increase from the previously reached capacity of 50,000 units per month.
- The automaker has incorporated additional shifts to enhance overall production volume.
- A recent announcement indicated plans to double output from current levels to 100,000 units per month, with upgrades expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Conclusion
With Rivian targeting a substantial increase in truck production, there is potential for growth in its truck business. In contrast, Tesla’s Cybertruck sales, while notable, indicate that Rivian’s strategy may pose a challenge to Tesla’s dominance in the electric truck market.
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