[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/fisker-emotion-heading-to-ces\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/fisker-emotion-heading-to-ces\/","headline":"Fisker\u2019s emotional EV heading to CES 2018","name":"Fisker\u2019s emotional EV heading to CES 2018","description":"Lay your eyes on the first droolworthy car of 2018: the Fisker Emotion. Fisker may be one of the lesser-known names in the electric car game compared to the headline-grabbing titan that is Tesla, but this all-electric supercar is sure to attract plenty of attention at this week\u2019s Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Were it just a concept, the design of this thing would pique visitors\u2019 interest anyway, so the fact that this stunning GT-style car could be […]","datePublished":"2018-01-08","dateModified":"2018-01-09","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. 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