Also, a Rivian EV spinoff, wants us to “move beyond cars”

There's a new "exciting, small EV" on the way, to be launched early next year by Also, a spinoff of the electric vehicle maker Rivian. Details are light on exactly what that product will be, but don't go expecting a $20,000 electric hatchback or the like—think more like an e-bike. Also will be into micromobility, not competing with Mini or Smart.

Also started out as an internal project to see if Rivian could use its knowledge of electric powertrains, vehicle electronics, and software to...