Rivian spin-off ALSO delays TM-B e-bike deliveries into November
The company has shifted its timeline again, with regular orders now expected to ship through the end of the year.
ALSO, the electric bike spin-off from Rivian, has once again delayed the delivery of its flagship TM-B model. The company has pushed back its shipping windows, moving past a previous mid-September target and extending the rollout into the fourth quarter.
Launch Edition reservation holders have been informed that deliveries will now arrive in waves between the current date and early November. For regular reservation holders, the timeline has shifted further, with shipments expected to begin in early November and continue through the end of the year. Ben Steele, ALSO's Chief Commercial Officer, addressed the setbacks by stating, “I’m confident your TM-B will be worth the wait.”
The DreamRide Innovation
The TM-B is positioned as a hybrid between a conventional e-bike and an electric moped, designed to disrupt the traditional cycling experience. The centerpiece of the vehicle is its proprietary "DreamRide" drive-by-wire drivetrain. Unlike standard e-bikes, this system replaces the traditional mechanical pedal-to-wheel linkage with a sophisticated generator and motor system, allowing for a more modular and digitally controlled ride.
Market Implications
These repeated timeline slips are more than mere scheduling conflicts; they represent a potential risk to the brand's early momentum. Because ALSO emerged from Rivian—a company known for its own high-profile production challenges—the TM-B is under intense scrutiny. The reliance on proprietary hardware like the DreamRide system means that any delay in the supply chain or a failure in scalability can lead to significant delivery bottlenecks. For a high-profile project, these delays may erode consumer trust and raise questions about whether the company can move from ambitious prototypes to mass-market reliability.
What to Watch
Industry observers are now looking to see if ALSO can adhere to this latest window or if further slips will occur as the end of the year approaches. While the technical specifications of the TM-B remain a draw for enthusiasts, the company's ability to execute its logistics will be the true test of its viability as a standalone entity. It remains to be seen if the wave-based delivery system for Launch Edition holders will successfully clear the backlog before the general rollout begins in November.