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Fisker to build a Karma convertible
By Yoann Besnard on 11 February 2008 | 
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At a J.D. Power event, Fisker founder Henrik Fisker has revealed the photo of a Karma convertible. The photo was marked with the label “top secret”.
Henry Fisker has set the ambitious plan to develop a full line-up to become a small car maker still able to compete with the German clique on the plug-in hybrid segment. After the saloon unveiled at Detroit, Fisker will likely unveil the secret convertible. The company will go abroad next year by opening showrooms in Europe.
Fisker outsource the technology side to a another company, Quantum Technologies which will build the powertrain. The engine is a small petrol engine turning a generator to top up the car’s lithium-ion battery pack, which in turn power an electric motor driving the wheel.
The Fisker Karma can run the 0-60mph in just 6 seconds and can reach a top speed of 125mph. The saloon will offer a 50 miles range.
Will Fisker succeed where GM and Tesla struggle?
