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Tesla and Rivian beat Q3 delivery expectations

Both electric vehicle manufacturers exceeded analyst expectations for quarterly deliveries.

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What happened

Tesla delivered 486,532 vehicles in the third quarter, exceeding analyst expectations. 1 Rivian delivered a record high number of vehicles, beating Q3 estimates with a 45-46% increase from last year. 234 Rivian's R2 SUV is ramping up production as the rollout gains momentum. 23 Rivian reaffirmed its 2026 guidance. 24

Why it matters

Rivian's record deliveries demonstrate the R2 rollout is building momentum. 3

What to watch

Rivian will report earnings on Oct. 29. 2

Sources · 4

  • [1]Tesla reports 486,532 vehicle deliveries for third quarter, topping expectation

    CNBC · Bluesky

  • [2]Rivian delivers 45% more vehicles in Q3 than last year (RIVN:NASDAQ)

    seekingalpha.com · via Marketaux

  • [3]Rivian deliveries hit record high as R2 rollout gains momentum reut.rs/4hFfjeq

    Reuters · Bluesky

  • [4]Rivian tops Q3 delivery expectations, reconfirms 2026 guidance

    cnbc.com · via Marketaux

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