Core Insights - The SEC closed its investigation into Fisker in September 2025, approximately one year after it was initiated [1][2] - The investigation revealed around 21.7 gigabytes of electronically maintained records, but the extent of the investigation's progress remains unclear [2] - Fisker was one of the last electric vehicle startups under SEC investigation, with other companies like Nikola and Lucid Motors having settled their cases [3][4] SEC Enforcement Actions - The closure of the Fisker investigation coincides with a notable decline in SEC enforcement actions, with only 313 actions initiated in 2025, marking a 27% decrease from the previous year [3] - Total monetary settlements fell by 45% from 2024, indicating a broader trend of reduced enforcement during President Trump's second term [3] Company Background - Fisker filed for bankruptcy in June 2024, facing significant challenges with its first electric vehicle, the Ocean SUV, and financial difficulties leading up to its collapse [9] - The company utilized Chapter 11 bankruptcy to liquidate its assets and sell its remaining inventory of Oceans [9] Remaining Investigations - Currently, the only active SEC investigation into an electric vehicle startup is related to Faraday Future, which has been ongoing for nearly four years [5] - In July 2025, the SEC issued Wells notices to Faraday and its executives, indicating a recommendation for enforcement action, but no further action has been taken since [5]

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. To get this in your inbox, sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! Waymo’s acceleration over the past 18 months is undeniable. The Alphabet-owned self-driving company now operates commercial robotaxi services in six markets, including the San Francisco Bay Area, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Austin, Atlanta, and Miami. It has plans to grow its fleet of driverless taxicabs this year to more ...

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Bankruptcy Developments - Rad Power Bikes has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, indicating potential shutdown without new funding, while planning to sell the business within 45-60 days [1] - Luminar, a lidar manufacturer, has also filed for bankruptcy after experiencing layoffs, executive departures, and a legal dispute with Volvo, with plans to sell off its business and semiconductor subsidiary [2][3] Industry Trends - Despite the bankruptcies, the year 2025 has seen innovation and growth in the emerging robotaxi industry, with new autonomous vehicle-adjacent companies expected to trend in 2026 [4] - Waymo's rapid growth has significantly driven the scale of robotaxis, with Zoox and Tesla also entering the market, leading to increased competition and scrutiny over safety in the coming year [5] Automotive Sector Adjustments - Ford is shifting its strategy by ending production of the fully-electric F-150 Lightning, focusing more on hybrids and gas-powered vehicles, while introducing an "extended range electric vehicle" version of the truck [6][7] - The company is also venturing into the energy storage business and remains committed to launching a midsized electric truck by 2027 [7]

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EV Market Analysis - The EV sector initially saw many companies aiming to become the next Tesla, but scaling production at a reasonable cost proved challenging [1][2] - Several EV companies like Fisker, Faraday Future, and Canoo faced financial difficulties and went bankrupt around 2024 [1][2] - Tesla's decision to open up its charging stations to other EVs is significantly beneficial compared to companies like ChargePoint [2] - Consumers have expressed frustration with the charging experience at non-Tesla charging stations [2] Consumer Credit and Economic Conditions - 60% of the population is living paycheck to paycheck, relying on "buy now pay later" services to manage expenses [4] - 25% of consumers using "buy now pay later" services are using it to purchase groceries, indicating an unhealthy economic situation [4] - Stimulus checks during the COVID-19 pandemic distorted the understanding of prime and subprime credit scores [5] - Auto loan originations spiked post-pandemic, leading to increased consumer delinquencies, charge-offs, and repossessions [5][6] - Despite rising delinquencies and repossessions in asset-backed securities for auto loans, companies are not yet increasing their provision for credit losses (PCL) [6]

Delisting of Securities of Bruush Oral Care Inc., IX Acquisition Corp., BAIYU Holdings, Inc., DUET Acquisition Corp., ENGlobal Corporation, Perception Capital Corp. III, Biora Therapeutics, Inc., Akoustis Technologies, Inc., iLearningEngines, Inc., Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp., Cartica Acquisition Corp, CSLM Acquisition Corp., Broad Capital Acquisition Corp, Technology & Telecommunication Acquisition Corporation, Western Acquisition Ventures Corp., Papaya Growth Opportunity Corp. I, Canoo I ...

编译 / 钱亚光 设计 / 师 超 来源 / thomsonreuters.com, www.autoevolution.com, www.theverge.com 美国电动汽车初创公司Canoo当地时间1月17日宣布申请破产保护，并立即停止运营。TechCrunch指出，这家电动汽车初创公司在其文件中估计其资产价 值1.26亿美元，欠债权人超过1.64亿美元。 Canoo表示，高管曾试图从美国能源部的贷款计划中获得资金援助，但未能成功。该公司还未能与外国投资者达成协议。"鉴于这些努力均未成功，董事 会做出了申请破产保护的艰难决定"。Canoo 首席执行官兼公司最大投资者之一托尼·阿奎拉（Tony Aquila）在声明中表示："我们对事情的发展深感失 望。" | January 17, 2025 8:15pm EST Download as PDF | | | --- | --- | | | PDF: Canoo Inc. Announces Cha Bankruptcy Filing | | JUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canoo Inc ...