Fisker Implements Major Layoffs Amid Financial Struggles
The electric vehicle startup cuts hundreds of jobs as it seeks funding, explores buyout options, and faces potential bankruptcy.
- Fisker announced layoffs during an all-hands meeting, impacting several teams including UX/UI, HR, and IT.
- The company has faced ongoing financial challenges, leading to multiple rounds of layoffs since February.
- Henrik Fisker, the CEO, expressed hope for re-hiring laid-off employees once the company stabilizes.
- Fisker has halted direct vehicle sales in states without dealership locations to reduce costs.
- The company continues to seek new investments and strategic partnerships to avoid bankruptcy.