Yesterday, Mercedes-Benz and Rivian announced their intention to collaborate on future projects.

In a joint statement, German car giant Mercedes-Benz and American electric car start-up Rivian announced that they will begin production of large electric vans for both brands in the coming years.

Drive reports that the production of both cars will be done in a new manufacturing plant in Europe, which has been marked as part of the joint venture between the two companies, Telegrafi reports.

Mercedes-Benz stated that from 2025, all its electric vans will be based on the "VAN.EA" architecture, while the Rivian models will be based on Rivian's architecture - called the "Rivian Light Van" electric platform.

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"I am happy that as part of this transformation we are now joining forces in Rivia - a very dynamic and inspiring partner with a strong technological position," said Mathias Geisen, head of Mercedes-Benz Vans in the announcement.

"We are sharing investments and technology because we also share the same strategic ambition: to accelerate the electrification of the van market with sustainable and superior products for our customers," he further added.

RJ Scaringe, chief executive of Rivian, was equally pleased with the new relationship: "We are delighted to partner with Mercedes-Benz on this project," he said in a written statement.

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"Mercedes-Benz is one of the most well-known and respected car companies in the world, and we believe that we will produce truly amazing electric vans that will not only benefit our customers, but also our planet," he wrote. away.

/Telegraph/

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