The Tucker was also ahead of time with windshield wipers (for its time), pop-out windshields to avoid shatter, moving headlamps, etc.So the rear window rolls down/retracts into the rear gate, which in turn rolls down/retracts into a slot behind the bumper. Not to be argumentative, but this seems to go against the claim that they are reducing parts to make the EV simpler, no? A rear-hinged hatch seems pretty simple. It seems they are replacing the two hinges with two electric motors. I suspect the hinges would outlast the two motors. Would snow/freezing rain on the window prevent the hatch from being opened? I know it can glue my side windows.
"General Motors full-size wagons from 1971 to 1976 had a unique tailgate configuration, though. Informally known as “Clamshell Wagons,” they were equipped with what GM called “Glide-Away Tailgates.” Instead of rolling down into the tailgate, or flipping up like a hatch, the rear window glass on these wagons slid up into the roof via a switch mounted next to the tailgate opening. The tailgate itself slid down under the wagon’s load floor, either manually, or power-operated by the same switch that rolled up the window."
Equinox EV Competitor: Fisker PEAR? (Update 5-17-23)
Fisker is already ramping up production in Austria for their upcoming Ocean model. A US plant will be built with Magna Steyra in the near future too. More importantly, Fisker will offer a smaller second model, PEAR, with Foxxcon (they currently make some Apple products) in Ohio in 2024. This will be about the same time the Chevy Equinox will have all trims in production. What's also interesting is that Fisker's second model will have a similar base price of $30,000. Since the PEAR is made in the US it should also satisfy the new EV tax/rebate incentives.
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News about PEAR batteries. They may indeed be built in the US by Foxconn.
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Report: Foxconn to Build EV Batteries in Lordstown, Wisconsin
LORDSTOWN, Ohio – Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn plans to build new electric-vehicle batteries at its manufacturing plant here and in Wisconsin, according to a report from the news outlet Nikkea Aisa. According to the report, Foxconn said it plans to…
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Yeah, that is good news. And also the Ocean model will benefit from this as Magna Steyr which currently operates in Austria, will build a plant in the US too. As far as the Lordtown facility, the only negative is that Lordtown Motors is at risk of going under. However, they will still benefit as several companies operate at their facilities.News about PEAR batteries. They may indeed be built in the US by Foxconn.
Report: Foxconn to Build EV Batteries in Lordstown, Wisconsin
LORDSTOWN, Ohio – Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn plans to build new electric-vehicle batteries at its manufacturing plant here and in Wisconsin, according to a report from the news outlet Nikkea Aisa. According to the report, Foxconn said it plans to…
I give a lot of credit to Henrik Fisker's wife Geeta whose the brains behind their operations.
Just take a look at her credentials. Here
Geeta Gupta-Fisker
$1.6B
2021 Billionaires Net Worth
as of 4/6/21
PHOTO BY ETHAN PINES/THE FORBES COLLECTION
About Geeta Gupta-Fisker
- Geeta Gupta-Fisker and her spouse Henrik Fisker founded the electric vehicle startup Fisker Inc. in 2016; it listed on the NYSE via a SPAC merger in 2020.
- Gupta-Fisker, who has a PhD in biotechnology, owns about 20% of the company, where she serves as the chief financial officer.
- She worked in international finance for Lloyds Banking Group and managed investments for a high-net-worth client for several years
- Its SUV is slated to begin production in late 2023 and will be built in the U.S. by Taiwan-based manufacturer Foxconn.
- She has been married to auto designer and entrepreneur Henrik Fisker since 2012; his previous EV firm filed for bankruptcy in 2014.
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Billionaires (2021) Dropped off in 2022
Personal Stats
Age: 48
Source of Wealth: electric cars, Self Made
Residence: Los Angeles, California
Citizenship: United Kingdom
Marital Status: Married
EducationPh.D, Cambridge University; Bachelor of Arts/Science, Delhi University; Master of Science, University of Kent
FISKER PEAR: NEW DETAILS RELEASED
POSTED ON MAY 17, 2023BY SEAN CALLAHAN
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Fisker has revealed new details about their agile urban electric vehicle, the Fisker PEAR, designed for individual mobility in cities.
All electric Fisker PEAR is designed to meet the needs of urban mobility.
Today, we learned new details about Fisker’s next vehicle, the PEAR (Personal Electric Automotive Revolution). This agile urban EV is designed to cater to the future of clean and affordable individual mobility in cities. Fisker delighted reservation holders last year by unveiling a functional prototype of the PEAR. The electric vehicle smoothly traversed the streets of Los Angeles. Building on this success, the company is gearing up to introduce its second electric vehicle.
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Innovative Design and Technology
The PEAR will be available in both 2WD and Dual-Motor AWD models, with a targeted range exceeding 300 miles. This agile EV is specifically designed to meet the needs of urban mobility, leaving a lasting impression. It boasts a simplified E/E (electric/electronic) architecture, with high-performance computers connected via gigabit Ethernet.
In addition, Fisker has developed a Blade Central Computer with upgradable compute cards in-house. The electric vehicle incorporates Zonal Gateways connected to discrete CUs (control units) and virtualized ECUs (electronic control units). The PEAR also incorporates new low-cost ADAS (advanced driver-assistance systems) technology.
With an expected base price below $29,900 before incentives, the PEAR showcases an exterior design featuring innovative lighting technology. It features a wraparound front windshield inspired by the glass canopy of a glider plane. Furthermore, the PEAR includes a patent-pending Houdini trunk, which opens even in tight spaces. Unlike the Fisker Ocean, the PEAR offers a hot/cold frunk (front trunk) that facilitates food delivery services.
Production and Manufacturing
The company now expects to start producing the PEAR in the first half of 2025. It aims to reach a production volume of 250,000 vehicles per year once it fully scales up production. Fisker plans to manufacture the PEAR at Foxconn’s massive facility, some 6.2 million square feet, in Lordstown, Ohio, utilizing Fisker’s SLV1 platform and benefiting from US IRA tax credits. Fisker also has reduced the number of parts by about 25% compared to traditional vehicles. This will enable rapid and simple manufacturing while lowering CO2 emissions.
Future Expansion and Sustainability Goals
Fisker has exciting plans to expand the PEAR lineup. The company will be introducing two additional PEAR variations in 2026 and 2027, further meeting the demands of EV enthusiasts. Furthermore, Fisker aims to make a version of the PEAR carbon neutral by 2027. We love this as it demonstrates the company’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Although there might be a slight delay in its arrival, the wait for the Fisker PEAR will undoubtedly be worth it. We’ve reserved our Fisker PEAR and will be waiting for even more details to drop in the future.
POSTED ON MAY 17, 2023BY SEAN CALLAHAN
Fisker has revealed new details about their agile urban electric vehicle, the Fisker PEAR, designed for individual mobility in cities.
All electric Fisker PEAR is designed to meet the needs of urban mobility.
Today, we learned new details about Fisker’s next vehicle, the PEAR (Personal Electric Automotive Revolution). This agile urban EV is designed to cater to the future of clean and affordable individual mobility in cities. Fisker delighted reservation holders last year by unveiling a functional prototype of the PEAR. The electric vehicle smoothly traversed the streets of Los Angeles. Building on this success, the company is gearing up to introduce its second electric vehicle.
Innovative Design and Technology
The PEAR will be available in both 2WD and Dual-Motor AWD models, with a targeted range exceeding 300 miles. This agile EV is specifically designed to meet the needs of urban mobility, leaving a lasting impression. It boasts a simplified E/E (electric/electronic) architecture, with high-performance computers connected via gigabit Ethernet.
In addition, Fisker has developed a Blade Central Computer with upgradable compute cards in-house. The electric vehicle incorporates Zonal Gateways connected to discrete CUs (control units) and virtualized ECUs (electronic control units). The PEAR also incorporates new low-cost ADAS (advanced driver-assistance systems) technology.
With an expected base price below $29,900 before incentives, the PEAR showcases an exterior design featuring innovative lighting technology. It features a wraparound front windshield inspired by the glass canopy of a glider plane. Furthermore, the PEAR includes a patent-pending Houdini trunk, which opens even in tight spaces. Unlike the Fisker Ocean, the PEAR offers a hot/cold frunk (front trunk) that facilitates food delivery services.
Production and Manufacturing
The company now expects to start producing the PEAR in the first half of 2025. It aims to reach a production volume of 250,000 vehicles per year once it fully scales up production. Fisker plans to manufacture the PEAR at Foxconn’s massive facility, some 6.2 million square feet, in Lordstown, Ohio, utilizing Fisker’s SLV1 platform and benefiting from US IRA tax credits. Fisker also has reduced the number of parts by about 25% compared to traditional vehicles. This will enable rapid and simple manufacturing while lowering CO2 emissions.
Future Expansion and Sustainability Goals
Fisker has exciting plans to expand the PEAR lineup. The company will be introducing two additional PEAR variations in 2026 and 2027, further meeting the demands of EV enthusiasts. Furthermore, Fisker aims to make a version of the PEAR carbon neutral by 2027. We love this as it demonstrates the company’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Although there might be a slight delay in its arrival, the wait for the Fisker PEAR will undoubtedly be worth it. We’ve reserved our Fisker PEAR and will be waiting for even more details to drop in the future.
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