Fisker to Release Ocean OS 2.0 Software Update, Improving Performance, SolarSky, Energy Management, and Other Features
February 06 2024 - 5:30AM
Business Wire
- Ocean OS 2.0 is the first over-the-air (OTA) software update
for 2024.
- Ocean OS 2.0 elevates the ownership experience with performance
and powertrain improvements, enhancements for SolarSky, and
improved energy management
- Fisker expects to continue frequent, progressive OTA software
updates throughout 2024.
Fisker Inc. (NYSE: FSR) (“Fisker”), driven by a mission to
create the world’s most emotional and sustainable electric
vehicles, announced it will commence its first over-the-air (OTA)
software update of 2024 for the Fisker Ocean all-electric SUV next
week.
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Fisker to Release Fisker Ocean Software
Update V2.0, Improving Performance, SolarSky, Energy Management,
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The Ocean OS 2.0 OTA update includes performance and powertrain
improvements, enhancements for SolarSky, improved energy
management, and other user experience improvements. The update will
be available to owners in all of Fisker’s launch markets in North
America and Europe. Starting next week and continuing through
February, the company expects to make Ocean OS 2.0 available to
owners via a sequence of three OTA updates. This progressive OTA
update follows update Version 1.11 which was released in December
2023. Additional OTA updates are planned throughout 2024.
“Our over-the-air software update strategy has shown the Fisker
Ocean is a true connected car. Ocean OS 2.0 is a progressive update
that demonstrates we can adapt and improve performance, energy
management, and other key features in the Ocean,“ Chairman and CEO
Henrik Fisker said. “We’ll continue to activate new features on a
regular cadence, use driver feedback to fix software bugs and
improve features, and keep delivering on the promise to make your
Ocean smarter, more capable, and perform better over the lifetime
of the vehicle.“
Ocean OS 2.0 contains the following updates:
New Features:
- Revised Front / Rear Torque split: In the Fisker Ocean’s
dual-motor All-wheel Drive powertrain models (One, Extreme, and
Ultra), the power distribution ratio between front and rear wheels
is changed from 50:50 to 45:55. This update improves traction and
handling performance, making the Ocean even more sporty and dynamic
in both Fun and Hyper drive modes.
- Automatic Vehicle Hold: Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH)
replaces the Ocean’s existing Hill Hold feature, increasing vehicle
hold time to improve driver ease and comfort. AVH activates brakes
when the vehicle is stationary, and only releases brakes when the
driver presses the accelerator pedal to begin moving the vehicle.
This improvement was driven by customer feedback: the existing Hill
Hold was designed to maintain brake pressure for approx. 2 seconds,
and AVH now maintains brake pressure until driver is ready to move
vehicle.
- SolarSky upgrade: On Extreme and One trims, a new
SolarSky energy meter in the Charging/Energy menu on the Central
Touchscreen shows how much solar charging is being delivered to the
vehicle.
- Trailer Sway Mitigation: This stability control system
feature counters trailer sway, making towing safer and more
relaxed.
- Brake Disc Wiping: In wet weather, the braking system
automatically and imperceptibly clears water from brake disc
surfaces, to improve braking response.
- Standby Time controls: Standby Time controls on the
Central Touchscreen allow drivers to adjust the amount of time the
infotainment system stays in standby mode, reducing battery usage
and increasing vehicle range. Drivers may experience longer vehicle
boot-up time when Standby Time is reduced, in order to benefit from
this reduced power consumption.
- Driver Profiles: Multiple drivers can save their
preferences, privacy, and comfort settings in their own user
profiles, including climate control and audio settings.
Performance improvements:
- Improved energy management and power retention
- Reduction in state of charge (SoC) loss while parked
- Calibration changes in cabin heating and cooling to improve
defogging
- Improved heating/cooling performance in Earth Mode
- OTA updates able to be installed while vehicle is plugged in
(note: charging pauses during software update).
- Revised audio tuning for improved bass response on
Extreme/One
- Key fob performance enhancements, to improve response
- Improved accuracy in trip metering
- Improved accuracy in energy consumption metering
The company plans to continue its robust approach to software
updates, using a staged roll-out plan to implement customer
feedback from previous releases and to thoroughly test the OTA
pipeline.
The Ocean Extreme has an EPA range of 360 mi 1, which is the
longest range of any new electric SUV in its class in the US 2, and
a WLTP range of 707 km /439 UK miles 3, which is the longest range
of any electric SUV sold in Europe today. The Fisker Ocean has the
lowest published carbon footprint of any electric SUV, uses over
110 lbs. of recycled and bio-based materials, is built at a
carbon-neutral facility, and integrates rooftop solar panels,
adding up to 1,500 miles / 2,400 km a year of range 4.
1 EPA estimated range. Mid-size SUVs. Measurements conducted
with standard 20” wheels. Actual results may vary for many reasons,
including driving conditions, wheel size, state of battery charge,
and how the vehicle is driven and maintained.
2 Mid-size SUVs in comparable price segment.
3 This WLTP range number applies to Fisker’s European markets.
WLTP measurements conducted with standard 20” wheels. Actual range
will vary with conditions such as external environment, vehicle
configuration, wheel size and vehicle use.
4 Based on Fisker simulations. Ideal conditions assume solar
irradiation of 5.4 kWh/m2/day and steady commuter driving. Actual
results vary with conditions such as external environment and
vehicle use.
About Fisker Inc.
California-based Fisker Inc. is revolutionizing the automotive
industry by designing and developing individual mobility in
alignment with nature. Passionately driven by a vision of a clean
future for all, the company is on a mission to create the world’s
most sustainable and emotional electric vehicles. To learn more,
visit Fiskerinc.com and enjoy exclusive content across Fisker's
social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and
LinkedIn.
Download the revolutionary new Fisker mobile app from the App
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statements regarding the planned launch timing, pricing, delivery,
production, and estimated range of the Fisker Ocean, the planned
timing of the opening of Fisker facilities, the Company's future
performance, expansion of operations, software updates, and other
future events that involve risks and uncertainties. Such
forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance
and are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause
actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking
statements contained herein due to many factors, including, but not
limited to: Fisker's limited operating history; Fisker's ability to
enter into additional manufacturing and other contracts with Magna
or tier-one suppliers in order to execute on its business plan; the
risk that OEM and supply partners do not meet agreed-upon timelines
or experience capacity constraints; Fisker may experience
significant delays in the design, manufacture, regulatory approval,
launch and financing of its vehicles; Fisker's ability to execute
its business model, including market acceptance of its planned
products and services; Fisker's inability to retain key personnel
and to hire additional personnel; competition in the electric
vehicle market; Fisker's inability to develop a sales distribution
network; and the ability to protect its intellectual property
rights; and those factors discussed in Fisker's Annual Report on
Form 10-K, under the heading "Risk Factors", filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), as supplemented by
Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and other reports and documents
Fisker files from time to time with the SEC. Any forward-looking
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statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this
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