MEVCO to supply Rivian R1T to mining fleets

The Mining Electric Vehicle Company (MEVCO) has entered a global partnership with Rivian Automotive to provide EVs to mining industry fleets.  

The Rivian R1T is the sole pick-up truck – electric or otherwise – in the United States to earn the Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

MEVCO will customise the Rivian R1T to mining specifications, allowing them to operate in the harshest of conditions in both surface and underground mines. It will also support mines in charging infrastructure, maintenance, and workflows.

“The Rivian R1T is acclaimed for its on and off-road capabilities, and its robust design and adaptability make it the ideal candidate to meet the many challenges mining presents,” MEVCO chief executive Matt Cahir says. 

“The integration of Rivian’s technology with MEVCO’s track record in mining-specific electric vehicles is poised to yield a fleet that exceeds the requirements of the most demanding operators.

“The shift to electric solutions extends beyond environmental and financial advantages. It is about fostering a safer, healthier environment for mine operators, particularly in subterranean settings where the elimination of tailpipe emissions is paramount. The Rivian R1T, in terms of safety and off-road capabilities, stands unparalleled.

“We have already seen strong support for the Rivian product and the infrastructure MEVCO is building to support the rollout,” he says.

“Our fleet offering is better known for our commercial vans, so it’s great to see our R1 vehicles being incorporated into MEVCO’s fleet,” Rivian strategy vice president Dagan Mishoulam says. 

“We’re delighted they are electrifying their fleet with us, and we’re excited to help them reduce tailpipe emissions.”