# 45: Inside Rivian's Outdoorsy, Reliable Fast-Charging Network with AJ Hatzis

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Podcast: [Directly Current: EVs for All America](https://stenobird.com/podcast/directly-current-evs-for-all-america-7012174)
Published: 2026-09-08T13:02:01+00:00
Episode link: https://audioboom.com/posts/8949943
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Duration seconds: 1767

## Resource

Rivian is on a tear in 2026 with their affordable R2 SUV earning accolades and maxing out their American production capacity. Behind the scenes, AJ Hatzis leads strategy and growth for the company's highly-regarded DC-fast charging network, the Rivian Adventure Network (RAN, for short). Max catches up with him to learn why Rivian is investing so much in its own chargers, even for non-Rivian EVs, and what makes them special. Some highlights of the convo: - Rivian's vertical integration advantage at tying in great charging hardware with a reliable ecosystem - The differing strategies between retail hubs and remote outposts that Rivian serves - The brand investment made at sites like Moab where you can buy granola and test drive an R2! - What AJ's learned in his decade-plus of experience in the evolving DCFC business 🎙️ Listen on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform 🔗 Resources and Links: Check out a map of Rivian's sites ⚡ Stay Plugged In Support EVs for All America (and buy our merch!)

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