LOS ANGELES, CA – In a stunning display of consumer loyalty bordering on spiritual devotion, a growing collective of former Fisker Ocean owners has launched 'Phoenix Protocol,' an initiative aimed at physically willing their now-defunct electric vehicles back into operational status. The movement, which eschews traditional repair methods for what members describe as 'energetic recalibration,' has gained traction following Fisker's recent collapse.

“It’s not just a car; it’s a commitment,” explained Brenda 'Sparky' McPherson, 53, self-proclaimed 'Chief Vibrational Engineer' of the Phoenix Protocol, while attempting to jump-start her bricked Ocean with a combination of prayer beads and a heavily modified toaster. “The company may have given up, but the electrons inside these batteries still remember their purpose. We’re just reminding them.”

Experts remain skeptical. Dr. Quentin Quibble, Head of Esoteric Automotive Diagnostics at the University of Southern California (U.S.C.)'s Department of Applied Mystical Mechanics, stated, “While the human spirit is undeniably powerful, it typically struggles to overcome a dead 12-volt battery or a proprietary software lock. Our preliminary findings indicate that positive affirmations alone have a 0.00% success rate in restoring power to a Fisker Ocean, though they do appear to slightly increase owner blood pressure.”

Despite the scientific consensus, Phoenix Protocol members meet weekly in abandoned parking lots, engaging in group 'recharge rituals' involving synchronized humming, the strategic placement of crystals on charging ports, and the enthusiastic application of high-tensile strength duct tape. Their ultimate goal: to demonstrate a 'right to repair' that transcends mere parts availability, asserting that the true power lies within the owner’s unwavering belief.