Fisker Ocean’s Electric Tide: More Waves or Just a Trickle?

Ah, Fisker! When they first came out, I eyed them much like a weathered sailor eyes a newcomer. The seas of electric automobiles are uncharted, full of wonder, excitement, and... unreliability? But, to be fair, the Fisker Ocean's splash in the pool is bigger than a toddler’s cannonball at a five-star hotel.

First off, you’ve got to appreciate the numbers. They're planning to skyrocket production from a not-too-shabby 180 units per day to a rather dazzling 300 per day in Q4 2023. That's like switching from granny's old Buick to a Lamborghini overnight! I’ll give them this: they sure know how to set a goal.

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The week of Sept. 4 saw a total of 3,123 vehicles crafted. Imagine if each of those was a cheeseburger—oh, the glorious cholesterol. But I digress! 

US deliveries? Steadier than a seasoned chauffeur on city streets. And they’re about to hit the fast lane, with ships packed to the brim with Fiskers en route to our shores.

But here's where it gets saucy. They're not just playing on the home turf. Oh no! They're also doing their electric waltz across Europe and now even Canada. This isn't just a soccer game; it's the electric World Cup! And the latest software updates? Those are like swapping out your ancient GPS with a shiny new one that doesn't lead you into a lake.

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Now, being the optimistic pessimist that I am, while Fisker's been busy upping their game, I have to wonder: Can they keep it up? After all, increasing production is one thing, but ensuring every unit rolls off the assembly like a dream is quite another. And let’s face it, no one likes waking up to a nightmare.

CEO Henrik Fisker is exuding confidence. The man's fervor for his vehicles is something to behold, akin to a classic car enthusiast spotting a vintage gem. He's eyeing a goal of approximately 300 vehicles per day, hand in hand with Magna, their manufacturing ally. Truly, quite the spectacle! But remember, it's Fisker – consistently packing more surprises under its hood than a vintage British convertible.

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Here’s the shocker though: the Fisker Ocean One model of the Ocean Extreme comes with a price tag of $68,999. But it packs a punch with a 113 kWh battery (106 kWh usable) and an EPA range of 360 miles on those shiny 20” wheels and tires. That's a distance I'd hesitate to traverse with even the most questionable of music playlists. And for the European audience? A WLTP range of 440 UK miles, making it the front-runner in electric SUV range. Quite the show-off, isn't it?

If you're trying to pinch pennies, the Fisker Ocean Sport trim starts at $37,499 in the US. Not too bad for something that promises to not spew out greenhouse gases like it's going out of style.

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All in all, it's an exciting time to watch Fisker surf the electric wave. While my old, petrol-loving heart might yearn for the roar of a traditional engine, it’s hard to not be slightly swayed by the Ocean’s siren call. So, hats off, Fisker. Show us what you’ve got!

Yours truly,

Captain Electro