Early constraints are normal when it comes to virtually any company, and we know full well that making it in the automotive industry is ridiculously challenging. Add the current chip shortage and other related supply-chain issues, and it may be even harder for an EV startup to succeed, though everyone really is in the same boat here, including legacy automakers.
That said, CEOs of startup automakers like Rivian entered into the game knowing times would be tough. While the current global situation is making times tougher than anticipated, it doesn't mean Rivian won't be successful in the future.
