A newcomer to the auto industry world will produce 100,000 electric delivery vans for Amazon.
Rivian, which has its design and engineering center in Plymouth, Michigan, got its start in 2009.
Amazon says the vans will help it meet its goal of becoming carbon neutral by the year 2040.
Large investors in Rivian include Amazon, along with Ford Motor Company, and Cox Automotive.
Rivian is also developing an electric sports pickup, and an electric large SUV.