According to Sawyer Merritt, Rivian announced that they delivered 42,247 vehicles in 2025, marking an 18% decrease from 2024. The company produced 10,974 vehicles and delivered 9,745 in Q4 2025. For the AI industry, this decline highlights challenges in scaling smart manufacturing and autonomous vehicle technologies, as automakers increasingly rely on AI-driven systems for production efficiency and advanced driver-assistance features. The drop in deliveries could prompt Rivian and competitors to accelerate investments in AI-powered supply chain optimization, predictive maintenance, and customer analytics to regain growth momentum and differentiate in a competitive EV market (Source: Sawyer Merritt on Twitter).