Rivian Electric Van Spotted in Walmart+ Livery, Hinting at Major Fleet Deal

A Rivian electric delivery van wrapped in Walmart+ branding was photographed on a car hauler along I-94 in northwest Indiana, marking the first public sign that Walmart may become Rivian's next major van customer after Amazon. Neither company has announced a deal, but the sighting has sparked speculation about a potential fleet agreement. Walmart's previous electric van suppliers have exited the business, leaving Rivian as one of the few manufacturers still producing purpose-built electric delivery vans in the U.S. This development matters because it could signal a significant expansion of Rivian's commercial vehicle business beyond its high-profile Amazon partnership, while helping Walmart advance its sustainability goals and electrify its massive delivery network. If confirmed, such a deal could be a major revenue boost for Rivian and a key step in Walmart's logistics transformation.