Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Drivesolar.org has compiled a list of the 42 different plug-in hybrid and electric vehicle models on display at the Frankfurt International Motor Show as well as their location on the exhibit floor as a convenience for visitors. Of the 42 vehicles, 11 (26%) are plug-in hybrids, the remainder are EVs. A hat-tip to Siggy!).

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PHEV Karma Motor Motors 239

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2009

The Fisker Karma plug-in extended range electric vehicle ( earlier post ) made its public driving debut over the weekend, 19 months after being introduced as a concept. The Fisker Karma can reach 60 mph (97 km/h) in six seconds and has a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h).

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Karma Fisker Lithium Ion MPH 186

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

million conditional loan to Fisker Automotive for the development of two lines of plug-in hybrids—the Karma and the new Project Nina vehicle—by 2016. million ATVM loan for engineering integration costs as it works with primarily US suppliers to complete the company’s first vehicle, the Fisker Karma. Earlier post.)

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Fisker Karma PHEV Columbus 199

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2010

A123 Systems has entered a battery supply agreement with Fisker Automotive to supply battery systems for the Fisker Karma Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV). The Karma—an extended-range electric vehicle—is scheduled to be launched in late 2010. Tags: Batteries Hybrids Plug-ins.

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Fisker Karma Li-ion Supplies 218

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MARCH 26, 2009

Fisker Automotive has appointed its first group of 32 US retailers to market and service its luxury plug-in hybrid vehicles, beginning with the $87,900 Karma sedan later this year. Earlier in March, Fisker staged the European debut of the Karma sedan at the Geneva Motor Show. The initial set includes: Click to enlarge.

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Fisker Europe Karma Aston Martin 150

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. At these prices, people are buying the "environmental feature" -- they want to be among the first owners of the worlds cleanest extended-range vehicles. PHEVs with "Good Enough to Get Started" batteries.

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 41

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JULY 24, 2009

The Fisker Karma Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) ( earlier post ) will make its public driving debut during the Rolex Monterey Historic Automobile Races on 15 August, 19 months after being unveiled as a concept car. It will be the first time a PHEV has appeared on track at the event. 260 hp (194 kW) Ecotec engine from GM.

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Karma Fisker PHEV Lithium Ion 150