Energy's risky $1 billion bet on two politically-connected electric car builders

By Ronnie Greene, Matthew Mosk and Brian Ross

Two politically connected firms get $1 billion in federal loans to build electric cars

Excerpts from this story referencing "Henrik Fisker":

"… aid its mass production of the sedan will ultimately lead to profitability.Henrik Fisker, the renowned auto designer who founded the car company that carries his n …"

Obama Administration defends Fisker cars from Solyndra comparison

By Matthew Mosk

Both Obama Administration and Finnish car company distance themselves from comparison to failed energy project Solyndra

Excerpts from this story referencing "Henrik Fisker":

"… illion in private financing the company has raised. The company's founder, Henrik Fisker, told ABC News that the car could not have been built without the U.S. gov …"

Another green energy company stumbles: Fisker announces layoffs

By Ronnie Greene and Matthew Mosk

Electric car maker Fisker lays off workers, while asking the federal government for continued support

Excerpts from this story referencing "Henrik Fisker":

"… n let go from the Delaware factory where renowned automotive engineer Henrik Fisker promised to one day begin producing affordable electric sedans. A Delaware …"

"… f taxpayers should worry about the half-billion dollar federal investment, Henrik Fisker was emphatic: "No, I don't think they need to worry about it." Could Fiske …"

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Two DOE electric car loans, two different paths

By Ronnie Greene

As Fisker Automotive struggles to stay afloat, Tesla Motors pays off its Energy Department loan.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Henrik Fisker":

"… ying before the Oversight and Reform Committee late last month, co-founder Henrik Fisker said the company had sold 2,000 Karmas worldwide. He cited a series of set …"

"… said. Fisker’s other car, the Atlantic, has yet to go into production. Henrik Fisker stepped down as CEO in 2012, and resigned from the board in March. Yet he …"