Amazon will buy thousands of pedal-assist cargo vehicles from Rivian spinoff Also

Also, a micromobility startup spun out of Rivian, has secured a multi-year commercial deal with Amazon to supply thousands of its new pedal-assist cargo quad vehicles, known as the TM-Q. These electric quads, launching in 2026, are designed to carry over 400 pounds of packages while being compact enough to use bike lanes, making them suitable for urban deliveries in Europe and the U.S. The collaboration involves customizing the vehicles to meet Amazon’s delivery requirements, leveraging Rivian’s experience and technology, including a shared fleet management portal that integrates with Amazon’s existing electric delivery van program. Also originated as an internal project within Rivian and recently became a standalone company with $105 million in funding from Eclipse Ventures, though Rivian retains a minority stake and close operational ties. The TM-Q shares many components with Also’s TM-B ebike, including a pedal-by-wire drivetrain, a five-inch touchscreen for navigation and security, and portable, swappable battery technology. Unlike consumer