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A group of early adopters of Fisker vehicles announced the formation of a non-profit association on Friday, aimed at ensuring continued access to parts and services for owners as the startup filed for bankruptcy protection in Delaware.
Last Thursday, the chief executive Henrik Fisker made his first public appearance of the year, delivering a keynote speech at the ET Auto Summit. However, the former automotive designer avoided the topic and did not comment on Fisker’s situation.
The newly established Fisker Owners Association (FOA) aims to provide members with up-to-date information on vehicle maintenance and facilitate communication with service departments.
According to the bankruptcy documents, Fisker has an inventory of 4,300 unsold vehicles parked on different storage lots. In late May, EV reported that an increasing number of Fisker SUVs had been accumulating in a storage lot at the San Diego port, sparking concerns about potential demand or distribution issues.
Additionally, the FOA will offer “How to” videos related to Fisker’s Ocean SUV, the first and only model launched by the company. The association names resilience, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and advocacy as the main values.
In a prepared statement, FOA Chairperson Brandon Jones said the association was formed by “passionate drivers who believe in the Ocean’s potential.” He emphasized the group’s commitment to ensuring that their voices are heard.
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“We aim to connect with others who share our love for these innovative vehicles and ensure our collective voices are heard. Our goal is to keep our vehicles on the road for years to come by addressing key challenges and advocating for the interests of our members,” Jones stated.
Last Wednesday, also Fisker Inc. and its other U.S. subsidiaries have entered into Chapter 11 while adding that the “company’s discussions regarding the sale of its assets remain ongoing,” the startup revealed.
In a new statement, the company said, “Following on the announcement that Fisker Group Inc. filed for Chapter 11 protection in the District of Delaware, Fisker Inc. and its other U.S. subsidiaries have entered into Chapter 11. The Company’s discussions regarding the sale of its assets remain ongoing”.
The shares plummeted 54 percent on the OTC market on Tuesday to $0.0205 following the bankruptcy news bringing year-to-date losses to nearly 99 percent.
Written by Cláudio Afonso | LinkedIn | X
