In Pictures: Rivian electric van in Walmart+ livery spotted in Indiana, hinting at potential fleet deal

Walmart's search for a new electric van partner comes as it looks to electrify its growing last-mile delivery fleet.

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Rivian's Commercial Van platform is designed for high-volume parcel and grocery delivery routes.

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Walmart has yet to confirm any agreement with Rivian, and neither company commented on the Indiana sighting.

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The photographed van wore Walmart+ livery, suggesting the retailer may be evaluating Rivian vans for its membership delivery service.

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Walmart's two prior electric van suppliers exited the business, narrowing its options to a handful of US manufacturers.

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A Rivian Commercial Van in Walmart+ branding was seen on a car hauler in northwest Indiana, the first public hint of a possible fleet deal.

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Amazon remains Rivian's flagship commercial van customer, and a Walmart deal would mark a major expansion of the program.

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Purpose-built electric delivery vans are still rare in the US, with Rivian among the few domestic makers.

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Rivian's Commercial Van shares its platform with the Amazon delivery fleet, giving Walmart a proven design if a deal materializes.

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