Giesecke+Devrient and AT&T collaborated to bring 5G connectivity to Rivian’s upcoming R2, making it among the first vehicles globally to launch with SGP.32-enabled eSIM technology.

The recently finalised eSIM standard is designed specifically for IoT and automotive use cases. This architecture allows US car maker Rivian to add or change MNO partners seamlessly over time as the vehicle expands into new regions, without requiring hardware changes.

SGP.32 enables a single-SKU approach, allowing automakers to deploy vehicles globally while reducing the complexity traditionally associated with managing multiple MNO integrations across regions. As part of the collaboration, Rivian will leverage G+D’s automotive-grade eSIM hardware and eSIM IoT Remote Manager (eIM) infrastructure to support secure, scalable and future-ready connectivity. AT&T will serve as Rivian’s initial mobile network provider in the USA, delivering 5G connectivity to power in-vehicle services, over-the-air updates and future digital innovations. For customers, this results in a seamless and reliable digital experience, as connectivity-enabled features, updates and services can be delivered consistently throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle.

“SGP.32 represents a major step forward for the automotive industry,” said BeekGek Lim from Giesecke+Devrient. “With G+D’s secure eSIM hardware and compliant remote management capabilities, Rivian can deploy a single global hardware SKU while retaining full flexibility to manage connectivity remotely and securely throughout the vehicle lifecycle.”

Brandon Blumber, director for business development at Rivian, added: “Reliable, high-speed connectivity and open standards are foundational to the modern vehicle experience. We chose G+D for their expertise in secure, scalable eSIM technology and their ability to support a global launch. Together with AT&T, we’re building a connectivity architecture that delivers performance today, plus flexibility as we scale into new markets.”

And Mike Van Horn, assistant vice president at AT&T (www.att.com), said: “AT&T is excited to work alongside Rivian and G+D to help bring next-generation connected vehicles to life. This collaboration brings together a technology-driven automotive manufacturer, partnered with leaders in both connectivity and eSIM. Our 5G network provides the performance and scale needed for advanced vehicle services, and collaborating with Rivian reflects AT&T’s ongoing leadership in automotive connectivity.”

For more information on the Rivian R2, visit www.rivian.com/r2.

G+D (www.gi-de.com) is a security-tech company headquartered in Munich, Germany. It was founded in 1852 and has a workforce of more than 14,000 employees.