NORMAL – State Senator Dave Koehler welcomed the announcement that OPmobility will establish its first Illinois facility in Normal to assemble bumpers for Rivian’s R2, bringing new job opportunities and another critical investment to the Central Illinois region.

“This announcement underscores the strength of Central Illinois as a hub for innovation and manufacturing,” said Koehler (D-Peoria). “OPmobility’s investment will create good-paying jobs and further establish our region as a leader in the clean energy and automotive sectors.”

OPmobility’s capital investment in Rivian’s new supplier park is supported by the Senate Democrat-backed Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) program, which is designed to attract clean energy jobs to Illinois while supporting the state’s climate goals. As a result of the company’s investment in Central Illinois and the creation of over 80 new jobs, the move includes a REV Illinois tax credit tied to these commitments.

By setting up in Rivian’s supplier park and producing parts for the R2, OPmobility will help support Rivian’s production ramp-up in 2026. This co-location will reduce transportation time, improve efficiency and make sure automotive parts are more readily available, promoting long-term growth and reliability in Normal.

The company is a global provider of mobility solutions with a broad international footprint. The Normal facility will assemble components for Rivian’s R2, which is slated to be available to consumers in 2026, and will join other recent supplier and clean-energy investments in the region.

View the REV Illinois agreement online.