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Amazon.com is expanding its electric vehicle strategy by testing General Motors’ BrightDrop electric vans, aligning with its pledge to put 100,000 electric delivery vehicles on the road by 2030. The e-commerce giant confirmed that a little more than a dozen BrightDrop vans are currently in use, joining a fleet that already includes thousands of Rivian-built EVs.
GM delivered 12 BrightDrop 2024 models to Amazon in 2023, marking the start of this testing phase. Despite the trial, Amazon emphasized that its collaboration with Rivian remains unchanged. Amazon is Rivian’s largest investor, holding a 16% stake, and has already deployed more than 25,000 Rivian electric vans in its delivery operations across the United States.
According to Amazon spokesperson Steve Kelly, the company routinely evaluates different vehicle options to ensure efficiency and sustainability in last-mile delivery. The BrightDrop initiative highlights Amazon’s commitment to reducing emissions while also maintaining flexibility in its partnerships.
Amazon launched its electric delivery program in the summer of 2022 and continues to scale toward its ambitious goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions across its global operations by 2040. The addition of BrightDrop vans could further diversify its EV lineup, even as GM temporarily paused production of the Chevrolet BrightDrop at its Ontario plant until October due to slower-than-expected sales.
As e-commerce demand grows, Amazon’s investment in clean transportation underscores its role in shaping the future of sustainable logistics. By combining Rivian’s strong presence with GM’s BrightDrop technology, Amazon is positioning itself as a leader in eco-friendly delivery solutions while driving progress toward a carbon-neutral future.
