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Karma Automotive Collaborates With BMW AG To Enhance Performance Of New 2020 Revero

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Thursday, April 4, 2019

IRVINE, Calif., April 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Southern California-based automaker Karma Automotive's new 2020 Revero luxury electric vehicle will use a BMW TwinPower Turbo three-cylinder in-line engine supplied by BMW AG to power an on-board electric generator and enhance overall vehicle performance.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., April 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Southern California-based automaker Karma Automotive's new 2020 Revero luxury electric vehicle will use a BMW TwinPower Turbo three-cylinder in-line engine supplied by BMW AG to power an on-board electric generator and enhance overall vehicle performance.
  • Karma's engineering team embarked on a complete redesign of the all-electric powertrain that underpins the new 2020 Revero.
  • BMW AG started working with Karma in 2015 to help develop the onboard generator systems used in the company's new Revero.
  • Learn more about Karma Automotive and Revero at www.karmaautomotive.com or visit the password-free Karma Newsroom at www.karmanewsroom.com for the latest press releases, videos and images.

Karma Automotive Names New Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, April 2, 2019

IRVINE, Calif., April 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashoka Achuthan, an accomplished financial executive recognized as a strong performance driver and business partner to CEOs at several multinational corporations, has joined Southern California-based Karma Automotive as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to help facilitate business growth during a period of rapid product introduction.

Key Points: 
  • IRVINE, Calif., April 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashoka Achuthan, an accomplished financial executive recognized as a strong performance driver and business partner to CEOs at several multinational corporations, has joined Southern California-based Karma Automotive as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to help facilitate business growth during a period of rapid product introduction.
  • Prior to Westport, Achuthan spent 23 years at Siemens AG in Asia, Europe and North America, where his last position was Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
  • Karma Automotive designs, engineers, assembles and markets luxury electric vehicles, all from its Southern California base of operations.
  • Learn more about Karma Automotive and Revero at www.karmaautomotive.com or visit the password-free Karma Newsroom at www.karmanewsroom.com for the latest press releases, videos and images.

BMW of North America Reports March 2019 U.S. Sales

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Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Model changeover has limited the current BMW Group electrified lineup to five models including the BMW i3, BMW i8 and i8 Roadster, BMW 530e, and MINI Countryman plug-in hybrid electric vehicle.

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  • Model changeover has limited the current BMW Group electrified lineup to five models including the BMW i3, BMW i8 and i8 Roadster, BMW 530e, and MINI Countryman plug-in hybrid electric vehicle.
  • Plug-in hybrid variants of the BMW X5, the all-new BMW 3 Series and updated BMW 7 Series recently debuted at the Geneva International Motor Show.
  • These models and a plug-in-hybrid variant of the BMW X3 will begin sales in the U.S. at a future date.
  • Table 2: Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales BMW of North America, LLC, March 2019

Karma Automotive Underlines Commitment To New Product Development In California With Multi-Million Dollar Investment In Company's Future

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Thursday, March 14, 2019

The new equipment strengthens Karma's in-house engineering capabilities as the automaker readies for a period of rapid new product introductions.

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  • The new equipment strengthens Karma's in-house engineering capabilities as the automaker readies for a period of rapid new product introductions.
  • "This investment shows our commitment to implementing Karma's vision of becoming a luxury automaker driven by technology and innovation."
  • Karma Automotive designs, engineers, assembles and markets luxury electric vehicles, all from its Southern California base of operations.
  • Learn more about Karma Automotive and Revero at www.karmaautomotive.com or visit the password-free Karma Newsroom at www.karmanewsroom.com for the latest press releases, videos and images.

2019 Honda HR-V Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Rating

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Thursday, March 7, 2019

TORRANCE, Calif., March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The 2019 Honda HR-V has earned a TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), when equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights, including the highest possible rating of "Good" in all six crashworthiness tests and a "Superior" rating for its available Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), part of the Honda Sensing suite of driver assistive and safety technologies.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The 2019 Honda HR-V has earned a TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), when equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights, including the highest possible rating of "Good" in all six crashworthiness tests and a "Superior" rating for its available Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), part of the Honda Sensing suite of driver assistive and safety technologies.
  • On the new-for-2019 HR-V Touring trim, multi-element LED headlights earned an Acceptable rating in the IIHS evaluation.
  • The2019HR-V is the sixth Honda model to receive a top safety rating from the IIHS.
  • The 2019 Honda Accord, CR-V, Pilot and Odyssey all received TSP, while Insight earned a TOP SAFETY PICK+, the institute's highest rating.

A New Dawn At Karma Automotive: Shanghai To Host Debut Of Future Direction

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Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Now, as outlined by Karma CEO Dr. Lance Zhou, the company is ready to reveal the details of its long-term business strategy and product plan.

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  • Now, as outlined by Karma CEO Dr. Lance Zhou, the company is ready to reveal the details of its long-term business strategy and product plan.
  • Auto Shanghai 2019, held at the National Center for Exhibition and Convention in Shanghai, opens April 16 and runs through April 25.
  • Karma Automotive designs, engineers, assembles and markets luxury electric vehicles, all from its Southern California base of operations.
  • Learn more about Karma Automotive and Revero at www.karmaautomotive.com or visit the password-free Karma Newsroom at www.karmanewsroom.com for the latest press releases, videos and images.

BMW of North America Reports February 2019 U.S. Sales

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Friday, March 1, 2019

BMW Group sales of electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles totaled 1,110 in February 2019, a decrease of 42.7 percent over the 1,936 sold in the same month a year ago.

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  • BMW Group sales of electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles totaled 1,110 in February 2019, a decrease of 42.7 percent over the 1,936 sold in the same month a year ago.
  • Model changeover has limited the current BMW Group electrified lineup to five models including the BMW i3, BMW i8 and i8 Roadster, BMW 530e, and MINI Countryman plug-in hybrid electric vehicle.
  • Plug-in hybrid variants of the BMW X5, the all-new BMW 3 Series and updated BMW 7 Series will debut at the Geneva International Motor Show next week.
  • These models and a plug-in-hybrid variant of the BMW X3 will begin sales in the U.S. at a future date.

Cadillac Resurgence on Full Display at the 91st Oscars®

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Friday, February 22, 2019

For the sixth consecutive year, Cadillac will return as a Proud Sponsor of the 91st Oscars on Feb. 24, 2019.

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  • For the sixth consecutive year, Cadillac will return as a Proud Sponsor of the 91st Oscars on Feb. 24, 2019.
  • "'Rise' gives life to the spirit of perseverance that has always been part of Cadillac," said Deborah Wahl, chief marketing officer of Cadillac.
  • The brand will kick off Oscars Sunday with its own #KeepRising story on social media, using the blue step graphic.
  • Throughout the weekend, a fleet of stunning Cadillac CT6 sedans and Escalades will chauffeur guests to the awards show and other Oscars events.

Karma Automotive Bolsters Growing Leadership Ranks

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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Liu comes to Karma from Faraday Future where he served as Senior Director of Strategic Partnership & Business Development since 2016.

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  • Liu comes to Karma from Faraday Future where he served as Senior Director of Strategic Partnership & Business Development since 2016.
  • Karma Automotive designs, engineers, assembles and markets luxury electric vehicles, all from its Southern California base of operations.
  • Founded in 2014 and employing nearly 1,000 people worldwide, Karma Automotive is committed to elevating and growing the luxury mobility experience for its customers and draws on global relationships and technology partners to achieve this.
  • Learn more about Karma Automotive and Revero at www.karmaautomotive.com or visit the password-free Karma Newsroom at www.karmanewsroom.com for the latest press releases, videos and images.

Karma Automotive Announces New Dealership In Naples

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Tuesday, February 19, 2019

Karma Naples, owned by Todd Rosenthal, president and founder of Naples Motorsports, is the automaker's third Florida-based dealership to offer its Revero, the world's most exclusive luxury electric vehicle that's as visually dynamic as it is exhilarating to drive.

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  • Karma Naples, owned by Todd Rosenthal, president and founder of Naples Motorsports, is the automaker's third Florida-based dealership to offer its Revero, the world's most exclusive luxury electric vehicle that's as visually dynamic as it is exhilarating to drive.
  • Karma Naples is now among 18 Karma Automotive dealers, as well as a factory-owned store, in the United States, Canada and Chile to offer the Revero, which is meticulously handcrafted at Karma's Innovation and Customization Center in Moreno Valley, Calif.
  • "We're excited to add the Karma brand and the stunning luxury electric Revero to our Naples Motorsports family," Rosenthal said.
  • Learn more about Karma Automotive and Revero at www.karmaautomotive.com or visit the password-free Karma Newsroom at www.karmanewsroom.com for the latest press releases, videos and images.