Fisker Karma, World’s First Premium Plug-in Hybrid, Coming To New Jersey

May 19, 2010 - PRLog -- Fisker Karma, the world’s first premium plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, will be in Paramus for the first time when Fisker of Bergen (http://www.FiskerofBergen.com) welcomes guests to an invitation-only reception at Bergen Jaguar on Route 17 on Tuesday, May 25th at 5:00PM.  

The event is part of a 43-city tour celebrating California-based Fisker Automotive’s new North American retail network.  A full tour schedule and images are available online in the News section of www.fiskerautomotive.com

The Fisker Karma is the world’s first premium plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).  It combines world-class luxury and sports car-like performance with industry-leading economy and zero tailpipe emissions.  

With 403hp it can reach 60mph in six seconds and a top speed of 125mph, yet it can achieve more than 100mpg on an annual basis.  The Karma has a total range of 300 miles, 50 of which are electric-only and powered by a Lithium-ion battery from A123 Systems that can be fully recharged in as little as eight hours.

The four-seat sedan was designed by Fisker Automotive CEO Henrik Fisker, who also designed the Aston Martin DB9 and BMW Z8, both of which were featured in James Bond movies.  

“In building our U.S. network we selected retailers with a successful track record handling established premium brands and delivering a premium customer experience,” said Mr. Fisker.

Bergen Jaguar decided to expand it’s offerings to include the new Fisker brand because of it’s exotic looks, luxurious interior and it’s sports-car like handling, all features that the Jaguar marquee is also know for. Plus, by becoming a Fisker dealer, Bergen Jaguar is on the forefront on a whole new car manufacturing and eco-friendly green movement.

“Our customers are the perfect match for Fisker. They buy because of looks, but also want a performance vehicle that’s luxurious and a car that makes a statement. I’m sure we’ll have plenty of customers who will have a Fisker Karma parked in their driveway next to their Jaguar,” said Dennis Squitieri, owner of Bergen Jaguar.

Distinctive, stylish and green, the Karma is priced competitively within its segment and appeals to eco-friendly customers who don’t want to compromise their passion for driving.

Fisker Automotive created the premium plug-in hybrid segment when it introduced the Karma at the 2008 North American International Auto Show as a concept.  Initial customer deliveries are expected to begin first quarter 2011.  The Fisker Karma order bank already exceeds 1,600 vehicles.

In September 2009 Fisker Automotive was approved for a conditional Department of Energy loan of $528.7 million, which will go toward the development of a line of lower-priced plug-in hybrids as well as the purchase of a former GM assembly plant in Wilmington, Delaware.  The company expects to create up to 5,000 direct and indirect U.S. jobs in the coming years.

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Fisker of Bergen is Northern New Jersey's Fisker Dealership:
Fisker of Bergen will be physically located within the Bergen Jaguar Showroom in Paramus. We are now accepting deposits for those who want to pre-order the all-new Fisker Karma. Please call us at 877-826-9975 for more information and be sure to join our email list as we will invite email subscribers to see the Karma before the general public.