Images discovered by a member of Rivian Forums show Rivian has filed a patent with the US Patent and Trademark office for a sliding door on a dual-guide-rail. Interestingly enough, the images in the patent show the door on a minivan-style vehicle. Before speculation runs rampant, we want to point out that this patent is one of hundreds filed by the automaker and likely does not allude to a future Rivian minivan. However, it does present a growing niche Rivian would be well suited to fill.

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Mercedes-Benz announces the next-gen eSprinter electric van that will be built on a new platform with more variants.

It is also coming to North America.

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Mercedes-Benz released new details about the development program of the new electric eSprinter van as it completed its winter endurance test ahead of the launch. expand full story

After unveiling its latest lineup of Sprinter vans with a new electric model earlier this year, Mercedes-Benz released all the details today of its latest addition to its electric lineup.

The eSprinter all-electric van will have a range of up to 150 km (93 miles) and a maximum payload of 1,000 kg (2,200 lbs). expand full story