Washington: The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced the opening of a preliminary investigation into 17,198 electric delivery vans manufactured by Rivian Automotive Inc., citing potential issues with seatbelt performance. The move highlights heightened scrutiny of safety standards within the growing electric vehicle sector, particularly for vehicles deployed in commercial logistics operations.

Rivian, a California-based electric vehicle startup, has been supplying these vans primarily to Amazon for its expanding delivery fleet. While the specifics of the seatbelt concerns have not yet been disclosed, the NHTSA’s evaluation underscores the agency’s proactive approach to ensuring the safety of both drivers and passengers, particularly in high-use comme

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