Fisker, a pioneer in creating emotional and sustainable electric vehicles, has announced the appointment of David King as the company’s new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). This strategic move comes as Dr. Burkhard Huhnke steps down from the role for personal reasons, paving the way for King to take the helm of Fisker’s global engineering and software teams.
David King, who joined Fisker in 2021, brings with him an impressive career spanning three decades in the automotive industry. Previously serving as Fisker’s Senior Vice President of Engineering, he played a pivotal role in the development and successful launch of the Ocean body program at Fisker’s manufacturing facility in Graz, Austria. King also oversaw operations in the United Kingdom and led the company’s special vehicle division, Fisker Magic Works. In this capacity, he spearheaded the development of the Fisker Rōnin super GT convertible and the Force-E offroad package for the Fisker Ocean.
In his new role as CTO, David King will report directly to Chairman and CEO Henrik Fisker. He will be responsible for steering Fisker’s engineering and software teams across the United States, Europe, India, and China. This transition is seen as a significant step forward for the company as it continues to innovate and expand its electric vehicle offerings.
Henrik Fisker, Chairman and CEO of Fisker, expressed his confidence in David King’s capabilities, saying, “David has made major contributions to our engineering innovations and has provided dynamic leadership as we have moved into volume production and deliveries of the Ocean SUV. He will now bring his considerable experience to the task of leading the company into the next phase of its growth as we bring several new vehicles to market by 2025.”
In recognition of Dr. Burkhard Huhnke’s contributions, Henrik Fisker conveyed his well-wishes for the departing executive, stating, “We wish Burkhard well in his future endeavors and are grateful for his efforts.”
David King’s promotion to Chief Technology Officer signifies Fisker’s commitment to advancing its position in the electric vehicle market and delivering innovative, sustainable, and emotionally engaging vehicles to customers worldwide. The company’s mission to create the world’s most exceptional electric vehicles remains at the forefront of its operations, and David King’s leadership is set to play a vital role in achieving this goal.
