Rivian's Also Delays TM-B E-Bike Delivery

Rivian’s micromobility spinoff, Also, has pushed a new electric bike, the TM‑B, into the spotlight, but the launch is now delayed and early adopters are voicing frustration. The company originally promised that deliveries would begin in the first half of 2024, yet production has stalled, leaving customers who pre‑ordered the bike without a clear timeline.

The TM‑B stands out with a handful of high‑tech features that are proving difficult to mass‑produce. Its USB‑C‑chargeable battery, removable seat post, and a software‑controlled pedal‑by‑wire system set it apart from conventional e‑bikes, but each component introduces a new supply‑chain and engineering hurdle. The complexity of integrating a fully digital pedal system, in particular, has created bottlenecks that the product team has struggled to resolve, pushing back the production schedule.

With the delay, customer sentiment has turned increasingly negative, as people who were excited by the bike’s unique design now face uncertainty about when they will receive their orders. Rivian’s leadership has acknowledged the challenges and is working to streamline the manufacturing process, but the company has yet to provide a definitive new delivery window.