As the first production models of the new 2012 Fisker
Karma EVer (electric vehicle, extended range) hybrid are
delivered to their new owners, they'll be rolling
exclusively on Goodyear's Eagle F1 Supercar
tires.
According to the carmaker, it is the world’s first
premium electric vehicle with extended range and the
“embodiment of an environmentally conscious vehicle with
passion, style and performance.”
The four-door, four-passenger Karma is a series plug-in
hybrid that combines the zero-emission benefits of an
all-electric car with the full driving range of a
conventional car: “It will offer a responsible
alternative to those in the market for traditional full
size, fully equipped luxury performance cars.”
Because of its large 22-inch wheels and the high torque
output of its electric motor, Goodyear worked with
Fisker to develop high performance tires specifically
for the Karma EVer. The vehicle will be factory fitted
with custom Eagle F1 Supercar tires in sizes 285/35/R22
(rear) and 255/35/R22 (front).
Fisker is among the “many automakers that have selected
Goodyear tires as original equipment for its fuel-
efficient vehicles,” the tire maker reports.
The Toyota Prius, Scion iQ, Chevrolet Volt, Chevrolet
Cruze Eco and Ford Fusion S also come standard with
Goodyear’s tires.
For more information, visit www.goodyeartires.com and www.fiskerautomotive.com.
