Rivian raises $2.5 billion more as EV-maker prepares to show us the goods

Rivian has closed another funding round, with the electric vehicle company adding a further $2.5 billion to its coffers as it readies its first EV pickup. The new round – which brings Rivian’s total raise to roughly $10.5 billion so far – saw Amazon, Ford, and others increase their stake in the automaker, along with some new names. At times …