Image: Caruso Rivian is scaling up in Southern California with a big expansion of its Caruso partnership, adding two showrooms and lining up more than 150 fast chargers across some of LA’s busiest retail properties. The move builds on Rivian’s existing presence at The Grove in Los Angeles and The Americana at Brand in Glendale, and signals a broader strategy: put EV charging and brand experiences in high‑traffic, everyday destinations. More fast chargers at familiar stops Rivian says it will install over 150 DC fast chargers across Caruso’s portfolio as part of its Rivian Adventure Network. The chargers will be open to all EVs and powered by renewable energy. The rollout is expected to happen over the next year, spreading across Caruso properties in Southern California. Advertisement - scroll for more content If you’ve followed Rivian’s charging strategy, this fits. The company has been building out its own DC fast-charging network focused on reliability and ease of use, and is increasingly placing sites where drivers already spend time. Two new Rivian showrooms Rivian is also opening two new showrooms in 2026. One will be at The Commons at Calabasas, and another will expand its presence at The Americana at Brand in Glendale. The spaces are designed more like galleries than traditional dealerships, with programming and private events planned throughout the year. That’s consistent with Rivian’s retail approach so far: less sales floor, more brand experience. Ride and drives The partnership also features year‑round ride‑and‑drive events across Caruso locations, including Los Angeles, Glendale, Calabasas, Marina del Rey, and Thousand Oaks. Rivian owners enrolled in Caruso Signature will continue to get free annual parking at Caruso properties. The automaker is also extending its presenting sponsorship of the annual Christmas tree lighting event at the Grove, now heading into its 25th year. Read more: EV fast charging is stabilizing in the US – here’s what changed If you’ve ever considered going solar, make it easy by finding a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing by checking out EnergySage. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it’s free to use, and you won’t get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them. Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online, and you’ll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here. Stay up to date with the latest content by subscribing to Electrek on Google News. You’re reading Electrek— experts who break news about Tesla, electric vehicles, and green energy, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow Electrek on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Don’t know where to start? Check out our YouTube channel for the latest reviews.
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