Rivian Acquires Iternio, Developer of the ‘A Better Routeplanner’ (ABRP)  app

Rivian Automotive, Inc. has acquired the Swedish mapping company Iternio, developer of the ‘A Better Routeplanner’ (ABRP) app. ABRP gives EV drivers the ability to plan and compare routes and charging stop options.  

The app also has a strong community of EV drivers in both North America and Europe.

Rivian and Iternio will continue to maintain and improve ABRP as a stand-alone app for drivers of any EV, as well as integrating the technology into Rivian’s in-vehicle navigation system and newly available trip planning experience in the Rivian mobile app.  
 
Rivian owners will be able to plan their route from the comfort of their own home and send their trip directly to the vehicle’s navigation system.  
 
Rivian’s upcoming release also brings users trip preferences possible through ABRP, including preferences for charging networks and range on arrival. 
 
RJ Scaringe, Founder and CEO of Rivian, says: “A Better Routeplanner leads the way in EV trip planning and is an important platform for driving EV adoption, which is why it’s so important for us to keep the platform open for all. We will also be integrating ABRP’s capabilities into our upcoming trip planning release, giving Rivian drivers the ability to chart out detailed trips that include key aspects of EV ownership, such as when to charge, for how long, and adjusting how many miles of range they’d like when arriving at their destination. Beyond route planning, the data insights on where there is insufficient reliable charging will help us strategically plan where we prioritize building our Rivian Adventure Network.” 
 
Bo Lincoln, CEO and Co-Founder of Iternio, adds: “We started Iternio as a way to enable current and future electric vehicle owners to plan their trips without having to worry about charging, and we couldn’t be happier that our software is going to enable Rivian owners to plan their trips like never before. We’re thrilled that ABRP will also continue to be what it is today: An essential tool for all existing and future EV drivers and for all brands and charger networks. We’re very happy to have joined the Rivian team and we’re looking forward to playing our role in this adventure.” 

Rivian designs, develops, and manufactures electric vehicles and accessories and sells them directly to customers in the consumer and commercial markets.