Karma Automotive Unveils the Future at Create Karma 2025

Karma Automotive recently hosted Create Karma 2025, an event bringing together industry innovators, educators, and business leaders to discuss the future of automotive technology and its impact on Southern California. The event highlighted Karma's leadership in AI, Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV), and workforce development while also premiering the stunning Karma Amaris, the company’s next-generation Extended-Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) performance coupe.

"Create Karma is our platform to bring the industry, our partners, and our community together to tell our story, spark new ideas, and meaningfully contribute to the future of Southern California," says Marques McCammon, President, Karma Automotive. "This event is about more than just unveiling new products – it's about redefining what's possible in innovation and how that can create a better future for our communities and the broader industry."

A Three-Chapter Vision: Community, Technology & Experience

Community: Karma announced the launch of the Clean Transportation Technology Collaborative, a partnership with regional leaders in education, workforce development, and clean energy. Key members include CerraCap Venture, Inland Southern California United Way, Orange County Business Council, San Diego State University, Sustain SoCal, UC Irvine, and UC Riverside—all working together to create career pathways in automotive and software innovation.

Technology: In collaboration with Intel Automotive, Karma is developing Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs)—smarter, more power-efficient cars that integrate AI to enhance driving experiences. The event expanded on concepts first introduced at CES 2025, showcasing how SDVs will revolutionize manufacturing, vehicle intelligence, and user interaction.

Experience: Karma Automotive World Premiered the Karma Amaris, a high-performance EREV coupe, alongside the 3rd Generation Karma Revero, Revero Invictus, and upcoming ultra-luxury EVs, including the Karma Kaveya super-coupe. Attendees also got an exclusive look at Karma’s design philosophy, emphasizing performance and sustainability.

Introducing the Karma Amaris

Set for production in Q4 2026, the Karma Amaris is Karma Automotive’s first production 2-door coupe, blending exclusivity, performance, and efficiency. It features:

• A next-gen EREV powertrain with a larger, turbocharged 4-cylinder ICE generator
• 0-60 mph in under 3.5 seconds and an estimated top speed of 165 mph
• A carbon fiber and aluminum body, featuring the refined Comet Line design language introduced with the Karma Kaveya

Pricing for the Karma Amaris will be announced at a later date.