| | AUGUST 20199CIOReviewThese facilities are examples of how Karma is looking to mobilize from traditional value and pursue an open platform business model which has proven to be successful in providing customers with state-of-the-art technology and innovations. This approach to corporate philosophy is unique and is disrupting the luxury EV space while allowing Karma to propel itself forward. By establishing strong partner alliances with several innovators, Karma has created new profit centers to help speed product and technology developments. Here are a few of the partnerships that Karma has undertaken and how they have built long term brand value:BlackBerry QNXA key example of this philosophy coming to fruition in the technology and information arena is Karma's collaboration with BlackBerry QNX which was announced at CES 2019. This collaboration showcases Karma's ability to speed-up its product and technological development. BlackBerry QNX technology helps troubleshoot and detect possible issues before they arise. This technology improves the Karma Revero's software through secure over-the-air updates utilizing BlackBerry QNX connectivity. Innovations like this provide Karma customers peace of mind and offers cutting edge technology that is now standard in all Karma Revero models. BlackBerry QNX assists OEMs in building secure, trusted software solutions that will be the future of connected and autonomous cars which will continue to bring added value to Karma and the luxury electric vehicles we produce. PininfarinaBoth Karma Automotive and Italian Design house, Pininfarina craft beautiful, expertly-engineered vehicles, each cleverly and expertly finished. Both brands easily recognized synergies and compatible areas of expertise, and Karma and Pininfarina fundamentally agree on how to direct and build businesses in the rapidly changing automotive market.Working with Pininfarina, Karma Automotive debuted a true grand touring concept vehicle, the Karma GT designed by Pininfarina. By partnering with Pininfarina, Karma was able to bring this vehicle from CAD designs to fruition in a fraction of the time it would have normally taken while forging a strong relationship with an award-winning design company. In return, Pininfarina has been able to further tap into the luxury electric vehicle niche while gaining global visibility.Joyson Safety Systems When Karma was looking for a partner for steering technology for the New 2020 Revero GT, they looked no further than Joyson Safety Systems who is a global leader in providing safety-critical components, systems and technology to automotive and non-automotive markets. This partnership has allowed Karma to provide both technological innovation and the utmost in safety to its customers at the touch of a button. Joyson's industry first haptic switches can be found on the 2020 Revero GT's steering wheel supporting an intelligent, engaging driving environment.Pirelli and BremboWith an eye on improving range on the 2020 Revero GT, Karma partnered with Pirelli to develop a model-specific tire, the P04, that is designed to increase vehicle range without sacrificing grip or handling capability. Forged 21-inch aluminum wheels come standard, along with regenerative Brembo brakes featuring six-piston front calipers that were redesigned to reduce unwanted drag on the rotors and improve driving range. Three levels of braking regeneration force can be toggled through using the right shift paddle on the steering wheel, allowing the driver to balance energy recaptured with desired regen braking force. By partnering with Pirelli and Brembo to develop the Revero GT's wheel and brake system, the company was able to further enhance the 2020 Revero GT's performance and create unmatched vehicle efficiencies. Dr. Lance Zhou
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