Fisker Opens in Detroit

Nov. 10 - Fisker Automotive, Inc., a green American premium car company, has announced the opening of a new Engineering and Development Center in Pontiac, Michigan. The 34,000 square foot facility will house up to 200 engineers and designers, who will support the development and production program of Fisker Automotive's first production car, the Fisker Karma.

While other automotive companies and suppliers are closing their doors, the hybrid vehicle developer is planning for success. "The available talent, supplier base and infrastructure in Michigan will help us reach our production goal," said Fisker Automotive COO Bernhard Koehler. "While Fisker Automotive will continue to be headquartered in Irvine, CA, the new facility will allow us the opportunity to collaborate with our Michigan supplier base and have everyone under one roof."

The opening of the facility comes on the heels of Fisker Automotive's recent announcement that it prevailed in a lawsuit brought against the company by Tesla Motors Inc. With 50 miles of electric range and more than 350 miles of total range, the Fisker Karma will have the potential for a fuel economy of over 100 miles per gallon (MPG) on extended drives. Boasting a top speed of 125mph and 0-60 acceleration in less than 6 seconds, the Fisker Karma is poised to be the world's first true luxury plug-in hybrid sports car.

Watch for an in-depth review of the Fisker Karma concept in the December issue of UberDrive Magazine. It is both a fascinating and daring vehicle.