Rivian Automotive hires Javier Varela, former Volvo Cars COO, as new COO, replacing Frank Klein.

Rivian Automotive has hired Javier Varela, former COO and deputy CEO of Volvo Cars, as its new chief operations officer. Varela will join the electric-vehicle maker in August and replace Frank Klein, who has stepped down after serving for two years. The move comes as Rivian prepares to roll out a lower-cost model aimed at the mass market.

May 03, 2024
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