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By Alex Guberman Jan 15 2018 - 3:55pm

Electric Car Future at CES: Unveilings, Surprises and Disappointments

CES 2018 has come to an end but the hype it has created in the world of electric cars is just starting to spread. It is clear that electric cars are becoming more than just cars. They are hi-tech devices on wheels that are connected to the rest of our world. So, it is no surprise that more and more electric cars and EV related technologies are being showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Jan 9 2018 - 4:14pm

How to Reserve Fisker EMotion and 4 Considerations on The Full Reveal

Tesla's archnemesis Fisker is making a comback with a 400 mile autonomous EMotion electric car and a Tesla style reservation system.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 12 2016 - 11:35am

Fisker's Force Packs 745 Dodge Viper Horsepower

Henrik Fisker and Bob Lutz have teamed up to create a unique new American supercar with a custom carbon fiber body wrapped around a Dodge Viper chassis and drivetrain – with 745 horsepower leading to a top speed of 218 miles per hour.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 17 2014 - 2:26pm

The Dodge Charger Hellcat Could Be Challenged by the Fisker Karma - Sort Of

The Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat is currently the most powerful, the quickest and the fastest 4-door sedan in the world, but the 707hp Mopar beast could soon have some stiff competition from a GM-powered 4-door, but it isn’t the Chevrolet SS – it is the Fisker Karma.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Sep 22 2014 - 10:34am

Why it may not be a good idea to re-launch the old Fisker Karma

The Fisker Karma is making a comeback, as the company’s new owners plan to bring the plug-in hybrid sedan to life once more next year. Will the rush to get the Karma back to market hurt its chances of success?

By Luke Ottaway G+ May 20 2014 - 9:35am

New Fisker owner prepared to put money where his mouth is, and a lot of it

It takes a great deal of money to produce a successful startup, especially for one that makes electric vehicles. That shouldn’t be a problem for Fisker under its deep-pocketed and passionate new owner.

By John Goreham G+ May 6 2014 - 12:38pm

Chinese company now sells both Fisker Karma and Tesla Model S based vehicles

Detroit-based VL Automotive, co-founded by the legendary Bob Lutz, is now part of WMGTA, an electric car maker with Chinese connections.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Apr 21 2014 - 12:26pm

Fisker plots an unlikely comeback, may restart production of Karma next year

Though best known for losing most of the money it received from the government as part of President Obama’s stimulus plan, the new owner of Fisker has breathed life into the electric automaker that could return to production as early as next year.

By John Goreham G+ Mar 25 2014 - 9:51am

Fisker sale to Chinese automaker is complete, now what?

The sale of Fisker’s assets is now complete. Will the car re-emerge?

By John Goreham G+ Feb 17 2014 - 9:09am

Chinese firm buys electric car company Fisker and its Delaware factory

In the latest chapter of the drawn out bankruptcy saga, a Chinese company wins the auction to get assets of Fisker. The US market could soon have three Chinese car companies offering cars for sale.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 24 2013 - 7:59pm

Taxpayers hand millionaires $139 million on Fisker Karma loss

The American taxpayers have lost another $139 million subsidizing electric supercars for millionaires. Torque News predicted this outcome a year ago.

By David Herron G+ Oct 21 2013 - 9:33pm

Hong Kong investors likely new owners of Fisker Automotive following auction

The Department of Energy has reportedly sold its loans to Fisker Automotive to a Chinese investor group led by the son of Asia's richest man, and who was already an investor.

By David Herron G+ Sep 12 2013 - 2:50pm

Fisker Automotive buyout offered by German investor group

A Hamburg based investment group has sent a detailed buyout offer for Fisker Automotive to the Dept. of Energy.

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By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 26 2013 - 1:25pm

Fisker CEO Tony Posawatz Steps Down

Unverified reports are claiming that Fisker Automotive CEO Tony Posawatz has stepped down from his position atop the dying automaker – leaving co-founder Bernhard Koehler to captain the ship as they desperately look for “investors” to keep the company afloat.

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By David Herron G+ Jul 24 2013 - 7:50pm

Congress threatening to end ATVM loan program that funded Leaf, Model S, and other successes

A Bush-era program giving federal loans to support "advanced technology vehicle manufacturing" is under threat from Congress, but it should be ended anyway.

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By Patrick Rall G+ May 28 2013 - 6:15pm

Henrik Fisker teams up with Chinese billionaire to buy Fisker Automotive

Fisker Automotive founder Henrik Fisker has joined forces with Hong Kong billionaire Richard Li in an attempt to buy the struggling extended range electric vehicle company by means of purchasing the massive chunk of debt owed to the United States Treasury via the $192 Department of Energy loan.

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By Patrick Rall G+ May 9 2013 - 12:28pm

Fisker based VL Destino to carry on without Fisker, with 556 horsepower

Even though it looks like Fisker Automotive is all but out of business due to crippling financial issues, the Bob Lutz backed VL Destino that is based on the Fisker Karma extended range electric vehicle will carry on – with hundreds of inquiries from current Karma owners who are more interested in supercharged V8 power than they are emission free driving.

Read more about Fisker based VL Destino to carry on without Fisker, with 556 horsepower

By David Herron G+ Apr 11 2013 - 8:23pm

Don't count Fisker Automotive out yet, says Fisker insider

Reports of the impending demise of Fisker Automotive have been exaggerated in order to force the company into bankruptcy, says an unnamed Fisker Automotive insider.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 9 2013 - 2:21pm

Fisker faces bankruptcy as workers file suit over layoffs

Fisker Automotive could files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this week as the company faces a massive government loan payment later this month – with the whole situation being complicated by a lawsuit filed by one of the employees who was laid off last Friday that, if successful, could lead to more suits of a similar nature.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 5 2013 - 2:43pm

The end is here - Fisker lays off 75% of their staff

Fisker Automotive announced today that they would be laying off approximately 75% of their corporate workers in Southern California while the 25% kept on are those essential workers who are tasked with selling off the assets of the company – signaling the unfortunate end to the luxury EV maker.

By David Herron G+ Mar 28 2013 - 1:22pm

Fisker workers on temporary furlough to conserve cash while seeking rescue

Fisker Automotive, struggling to stay afloat amid a long series of problems, is instituting a one-week furlough to save money in parallel with seeking rescue offers from other automakers.

By David Herron G+ Mar 22 2013 - 2:35pm

Second Chinese bidder for Fisker Automotive pulls out of buyout talks

Following the departure of Henrik Fisker from Fisker Automotive, first Geely and now Dongfeng have reportedly pulled out of talks to buy the company.

By David Herron G+ Mar 18 2013 - 5:40pm

Geely backs out of bidding for Fisker Automotive citing Government restrictions

The rescue of Fisker Automotive became more complex with the resignation of Henrik Fisker, and now the departure of Geely from the bidding process.

By David Herron G+ Mar 13 2013 - 7:24pm

Fisker's horrible year leading to Henrik Fisker's resignation

Fisker Automotive has had a rough time, with over a year of struggles between failed battery packs from A123 Systems, and an inability to manufacture the Karma.

Life after henrik Fisker walks out of Fisker Automotive

By Nicolas Zart Mar 13 2013 - 2:12pm

Is There Life For Fisker Automotive After Henrik Fisker Walks Away?

Henrik Fisker walks away from his dream company citing disagreements with management. Sounds familiar?

Henrik Fisker speaks about the Fisker Karma

By Patrick Rall G+ Mar 13 2013 - 12:43pm

Henrik Fisker resigns - possibly signaling the beginning of the end for Fisker Automotive

While details are currently limited, Fisker Automotive announced this morning that company co-founder, lead designer and company namesake Henrik Fisker has resigned as the executive chairman of Fisker Automotive – with his immediate departure from the company that bears his name leaving us wondering if the end is near for the innovative luxury EV builder.

By David Herron G+ Feb 18 2013 - 5:55pm

Fisker Automotive weighing buyout bids from Chinese automakers

Beleaguered Fisker Automotive opened bidding on Feb 6, and has received firm offers from two Chinese automakers, which would sell the luxury plug-in hybrid automaker into foreign control.

By David Herron G+ Jan 30 2013 - 7:26pm

Fisker urgently seeking partners as Wanxiang scoops up A123, Fiskers battery supplier

Fisker Automotive's Karma production, frozen for six months due to A123's bankruptcy, has left the company in a lurch with no revenues and urgently seeking partners to rescue the company.

Fisker sues insurance company over hurricane Sandy damages

By Nicolas Zart Jan 17 2013 - 2:50pm

Fisker Automotive Sues Insurance Over Hurricane Sandy

Fisker is suing its insurance group to salvage the loss of 338 Karmas. This could change the way carmakers deal with insurance companies.

By David Herron G+ Jan 16 2013 - 6:32pm

Fisker Automotive may be seeking salvation from China

Fisker Automotive is in a hard place, unable to manufacture or sell the Karma luxury plug-in hybrid sedan, unable to begin Atlantic production, is reportedly turning to the Chinese for help.

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