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Karma’s new E-Flex Platform: additional information

2020 Karma Automotive Karma Automotive today announced its latest and most advanced modular E-Flex platform with two motor AWD and extended-range electric vehicle architecture. This new platform is the final of five demonstrative projects designed in order to illustrate Karma’s technical direction and overall capabilities using the highly versatile EREV and battery electric vehicle (BEV) based rolling chassis systems.

Karma’s latest flexible platform has been engineered with a wide range of solutions in mind. Such is the single motor e-drive unit at the front and at the rear. Also, the platform is geared with Karma’s Silicon Carbide iventer e-drive system, which features an 80 kWh flat floor battery. This setup is targeted to achieve an all-electric range of up to 240 miles and when blended with the EREV, this number can rise to 495 miles, depending on configuration and commercial application.

Furthermore, all Karma E-Flex platforms leverage the brand’s proprietary technology, manufacturing, and design services in order to offer partners innovative electric mobility solutions. By using the Karma E-Flex Platform, manufacturers can optimize development costs to engineer, test, certify, and build an EREV or BEV platform, which allows the electrification of their products with greater speed and efficiency.

Additionally, Karma’s E-Flex platform solutions are developed at the karma Innovation and Customization Center, brand’s assembly plant in Moreno Valley, California. All E-Flex platforms feature proven Karma technology solutions as Revero GT drives motors in various configurations, gearbox, suspension, subframes, steering, battery, and electrical systems, in addition to production body structure parts. Many of these components have undergone over a million miles of Karma testing and in-market validation, which ensures Karma’s proven knowledge and award-winning vehicle technology are present in each platform unit.

Source: Karma Automotive

May 15, 2020

Karma Automotive expands its network of dealers!

2020 Karma Revero GT Karma Automotive, the Southern California-based creator of luxury electric vehicles and high-tech incubator has announced the additions in its newest North American retail partner in Canada.

Karma Calgary, operated by International Motor Cars, will expand brand’s retail network, with more dealers being opened all across the globe in 2020. The retailer will offer Karma’s new luxury electric Revero GT, which has won Green Car Journal’s 2020 Luxury Green Car of the Year, and also numerous more features and technologies that are incorporated in the vehicle.

2020 Karma Revero GT is available through all of brand’s retailer across North America and offers contemporary and appealing design and excellent performance rates. The elegant interior is dominated by advanced technology and high-quality components. In terms of drivetrain system, the dual electric motors power vehicle’s on-board generator and offer the best of the two worlds – exceptional performance and handling without sacrificing comfort and pleasure of driving.

All Revero vehicles are assembled mainly by hand at Karma’s Innovation and Customization Center, brand’s manufacturing facility in Moreno Valley, Calif. This dedication to craftsmanship expands Karma’s idea that the ownership should be personal and special, connecting owners to the pioneering technology and inspiration behind their machines.

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Source: Karma Automotive

March 13, 2020

Karma Automotive team makes an European debut at the Geneva Show

2020-Karma-Revero-GT-910 Karma Automotive, the Southern California-based manufacturer of luxury electric vehicles and high-tech mobility incubator, will use its first European auto show presence to showcase the new Revero and Revero GT models at the Geneva International Motor Show 2020.

Brand’s focus is building a system with retailers and partners who embody the goals of offering leading automotive design, cutting-edge technology, personalized customization and, of course, outstanding customer experience. The automaker is currently supported by a network of over 29 retailers worldwide, with a growing European retail network in France, Sweden, Spain and Netherlands.

As it comes to the vehicles themselves, the first one, Revero, is Karma’s original luxury electric car powered by a set of two electric motors. The vehicle features an efficient four-cylinder turbocharged power unit that powers an on-board electric generator and enhances the overall vehicle performance.

On the other hand, Revero GT has already been named the 2020 Luxury Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal. The vehicle has managed to impress the jury with its superior design, advanced technologies, and refined drivetrain system.

Karma team also uses its next-generation technology, artful aesthetics, and customized components to develop a full-BEV platform. This direction is evidenced by Karma’s SC2 Concept car, unveiled at the AutoMobility LA, Los Angeles Auto Show’s annual media and industry event. Featuring cutting-edge technology and design, SC2 Concept is the brand’s bold statement that Karma will continue to impress both fans and skeptics.

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Source: Karma

February 24, 2020

Karma Automotive unveils new Revero GT at Supercar Weekend in Vancouver!

2019 Karma Automotive Revero GT Southern California-based luxury electric automaker and high-tech incubator Karma Automotive is ready to unveil the 2020 Revero GT in Canada this weekend at the 10^th Annual Luxury and Supercar Weekend in Vancouver, B.C.

2020 Karma Revero GT comes with elegant exterior design concept and fresh interior. In fact, the cabin features high-quality materials, sporty seats, improvement infotainment systems and an industry-first haptic steering wheel technology.

What is also notable about this vehicle is the platform on which lies the entire drivetrain system. Also, the vehicle is lighter, compared to predecessor models and accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in mere 4.5 seconds. Furthermore, the electric motor ensures a driving range of 80 miles – just enough for a driver to experience some sporty driving and remain efficient as much as possible.

Also, the GT features BMW’s own three-cylinder in-line power unit that powers its onboard electric generator and an all-new transversely mounted twin-motor rear drive module that employs electronic differential controls for cornering.

New Revero GT’s new electric architecture includes a responsive driver information system with upgraded controls, an intuitive user interface with more energy-efficient touch screens and active noise cancellation.

Pre-orders for new 2020 Revero GT are already being accepted by Karma team. Deliveries are expected in the fourth quarter.

Source: Karma Automotive

September 9, 2019

Karma Automotive commemorates the final production of 2019 Revero lineup

2020 Karma Automotive Revero Southern California-based automaker and high-tech incubator Karma Automotive has created four custom vehicles to commemorate final production of its 2019 Revero supercar. These four machines are the last 2019 Revero Karma produced before the beginning of production of the latest 2020 Revero GT.

Each custom 2019 Revero is handcrafted at Karma’s Innovation and Customization Center and exemplifies the one-of-a-kind customization opportunities available to Karma customers. Each vehicle features a blend of custom body finish, calipers, wheels and interior special stitching and control panel jewels.

2020 Karma Automotive Revero

These four custom vehicles are celebration of the original Revero, Karma’s first model and launch pad of its enterprise. For Karma, these custom Reveros also expose brand’s high-tech luxury future – the one that will provide the ultimate in vehicle customization as the brand readies itself to expand its bespoke offering to the 2020 Revero GT and future models.

The four custom 2019 Revero vehicles have all been presold are now bound for Karma team’s retail partners in Newport Beach, Calif., Albany, N.Y, and Naples, Fla. Customers can also look forward to the announcement of Karma’s customization program for the new 2020 Revero GT in fourth quarter of 2019.

2020 Karma Automotive Revero

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August 30, 2019

Karma Automotive team unveils SC1 Vision Concept at this year’s Concours d’Elegance

2020 Karma Automotive SC1 Vision Concept Southern California-based luxury electric manufacturer and hi-tech incubator Karma Automotive announced that the world debut of the SC1 Vision Concept supercar will occur at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

Blending some cutting-edge technologies and design, SC1 is expected to showcase next-gen technologies, artful and yet functional aesthetics, tons of options for customization, and a pure electric platform.

Furthermore, SC1 Vision Concept seamlessly blends new infotainment technologies with 5G connectivity and new advanced communication system with touch, voice, eye and graphical interfaces. In fact, this artificial intelligence system understands conventional language and commands, while the camera-based eye-tracking system is capable of biometric identification, which allows authentication of all occupants.

2020 Karma Automotive SC1 Vision Concept

Additionally, the exclusive supercar will make its debut with a one-off florescent orange body finish with flakes of violet micra. In terms of interior, the design team has prepared a darker palleted ambiance with deep indigo. What is also special about this particular model is the patented set of articulating hinge doors that open in a winged motion, rising up and forward, rotating around the front wheels.

Although simplicity and straightforwardness are key for this design concept, the engineers and designers surely showcase sophistication and abundance within even the smallest details!

SC1 Vision Concept will be displayed on the Concept Lawn at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on Sunday, August 18. During the event, Karma Automotive team will also reveal the new 2020 Revero GT and Karma GT Pininfarina machines.

2020 Karma Automotive SC1 Vision Concept

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Source: Karma Automotive

August 12, 2019

Karma Automotive reveals new Revero GT prior to world debut

2020 Karma Automotive Revero GT Karma Automotive, a Southern California-based electric vehicle company and a high-tech incubator, will reveal its long-anticipated 2020 Revero GT machine at the goldRush Rally ELEVEN prior to vehicle’s official world debut.

The event itself is 3,000-mile rally, nine-day automotive lifestyle from Miami to Austin, Texas. It is a popular show among country’s most prominent auto-enthusiast who participate in any form in the event.

However, let’s get back to the car, shall we? This particular model will feature a special exterior wrap design in honor of Southern California’s rich aviation history and the iconic P-51 Mustang, created by North American Aviation and produced in Inglewood, California.

What 2020 Revero GT offers is a next-gen technology and super-duper hot drivetrain system. It features a TwinPower Turbo three-cylinder in-line power unit with BMW AG for an on-board electric generator. The dual electric motors generate a total of 536hp and the 28kWh mid-mounted lithium-ion HV battery generates up to 80 miles of all electric driving. 2020 Revero GT speeds up to 100km/h in mere 4.5 seconds, which makes it with a second faster, compared to the model it replaces.

A product of Karma’s Design Studio, 2020 Revero GT is surely a machine that would become one of the most notable ones in 2019. Stick with us for further details!

Source: Karma Automotive

June 12, 2019

Brilliantly Bright: SR Auto Fisker Karma Chrome

SR Auto Fisker Karma Chrome is a vehicle that can’t be seen everyday. Firstly, given the fact that it is a Fisker Karma, and secondly because it’s outstanding exterior appearance. Brilliantly bright this vehicle exudes perfect stance and electrifying charm.

The four-door Fisker model brings to reality the astonishing acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.9 seconds. Despite this performance the model is able to achieve an impressive consumption of more than 100 miles per gallon and 83 g/km CO2 emissions.

What is more important however is that this car transcends the boundaries of color and tones. A majestic reflection of the world is cast upon the hybrid super car – it wears a chrome cloak. In addition, the elongated frame accentuates the sheer magnificence of each panel.

Thanks to SR Auto Group, what completes the perfect visual attributes of this particular vehicle is the new bespoke set of twenty-two inch forged PUR 2WO wheels, which are brushed silver face with pearl white windows.

Source: SR Auto

April 24, 2013

SR Auto Fisker Karma CEC C881 With More Aggressive On Road Presence

SR Auto Fisker Karma CEC C881 is ready for the showroom exuding its perfect stance and electrifying charm. Being a true four-door Fisker model, this one brings to reality the astonishing acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.9 seconds.

Despite this great performance the model is able to achieve an impressive consumption of more than 100 miles per gallon and 83 g/km CO2 emissions. Now the bold electric saloon is being further enhanced and has a complete new set of modern “shoes”.

The specialists at SR Auto have equipped this white Fisker Karma with a brand new set of wheels courtesy of CEC Wheels. They are named C881 and they fit perfectly the factory diameter of twenty-two inches and feature a Machined Silver finish.

In addition, their split five spoke design gives the model a sportier appeal and even more aggressive on road presence. In details, the car is fitted with CEC C881 in size 22×9 at the front and 22×10.5 at the rear.

Source: SR Auto

February 28, 2013

2012 SR Fisker Karma ES – the debut of the White Knight

2012 SR Fisker Karma ES White Knight is an exceptional enhancement of the ECO innovative and revolutionary vehicle Fisker Karma.

When this inspirational luxury vehicle first appeared it made a furore in the hearts of many. It has also opened a whole new realm in the automotive world.

What it basically did is to combine in the same sentence the words hybrid and super car. No one before its appearance could imagine that hybrid technologies could be successfully applied to the super vehicles, and still deliver exceptional performance.

What the tuners from SR Auto Group done on this outstanding luxury car is to give it new super car set of wheels. Of course, the wheels were delivered by PUR Wheels.

The SR Auto Group professionals have selected a set of PUR 2WO’s in a twenty-two inch fitment. However, they didn’t apply to them the standard black or silver finish just. In fact, the faces were machined down to their raw aluminum core and sealed with a clear coating.

In addition to that, the inserts were color matched with the exterior to create a flawless design that is completely tailored to the Fisker vehicle.

Source: SR Auto Group

April 20, 2012

Fisker Atlantic Ahead of NYIAS

Official news from Fisker – the Atlantic concept/prototype as seen before its debut at the New York International Auto Show in a few days. It’s design is said to be drawn from nature and there’s some talk about crouching tigers and what not. But to be honest it doesn’t look much different from the Karma, does it? The good news is that it is also as clever as the Karma.

It will be a four-door saloon aimed at families who “want to drive an impactful, high-end vehicle while making a positive statement about responsibilities”. For a driving force, the Atlantic will be using Fisker’s second generation EVer drivetrain – a plug-in hybrid that’s being charged by a four-cylinder gasoline engine. No words on performance yet.

In terms of design feats, the Altantic’s glass roof is interesting. It has a ‘spider’ rigid construction designed to withstand great stresses which can come in handy for future safety tests. The door handles of the rear doors are hidden away within the C-pillars so that you or I can fool people into thinking “That’s a coupe we have here. The person inside must be cool and slim and smart”. The taillights are the only other distinctive feature that prevents me for confusing the Atlantic with a Karma – sleek streams of LED clusters. It actually looks kind of nice.

More information on this will be available within a few days probably.

Source: Fisker

April 4, 2012

Fisker Karma – The Luxury Car of the Year

Bridge of Weir Leather and Fisker Automotive are bringing together the combination of low carbon leather and a sustainable luxury! The vehicle is the world’s first luxury, range-extended electric car – called the Fisker Karma. All this comes in a formidable package. Top Gear has already put a high evaluation on it giving it the title “Luxury Car of the Year”.

The quality of the interior is set as high as possible: the bulk of the Fisker Karma’s luxurious interior material on the EcoStandard™ and EcoSport™ models comes from Bridge of Weir, with seats, steering, dash, door-casings and the centre-console trim all wrapped in the Scottish company’s locally produced Low Carbon Leather™.

Not only is this car powerful, beautiful, exotic, exciting and fun-to-drive car, but also the Karma drives its wheels with electricity. Not a surprise it got the award! The success is due to the mix of high-octane, internal combustion engine the Low Carbon Leather™ interior! This was definitely the factor that secured Karma’s title the 2011 Luxury Car of the Year.

To go further into details, Bridge of Weir boasts the most environmentally friendly leather in the world. Most of the world’s leather is sourced from South America several thousand kilometers away. However, the Bridge of Weir’s hides from abattoir to tannery traveled just 96 kilometers and it is one of not so many industries that have thermal energy plant converting waste to energy.

The award-winning automobile, similarly to the rest of the Fisker range, can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in only 5.9 seconds. Yet, it can also achieve the equivalent of more than 100 miles per gallon. Moreover it has just 83 g/km CO₂ emissions in real world driving on an annual basis. The electric car is now on-sale across Europe, priced from around €85,500. And don’t worry – the price of the Low Carbon Leather™ is included.

Sourse: Fisker

December 27, 2011

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