Rivian is opening its electric vehicle (EV) charging network to other manufacturers, aiming to provide better access to charging stations, especially in outdoor and less-served areas. Rivian's approach focuses on maintaining high uptime and reliability of their chargers, in contrast to the challenges faced by other networks like Electrify America. The company plans to expand its charging network to 3,500 stations across North America, although roadmaps indicate gradual modifications for compatibility with other vehicles. There is speculation on how this could affect surrounding land use and the growth of amenities near charging stations, as well as broader implications for the EV charging infrastructure as a whole. Many users expressed both excitement and skepticism about Rivian's plans and the overall competitiveness of EV charging networks against Tesla's established service.