13 Oct 2020

Plug-In Hybrid Rounds off Q8 Product Line: The Audi Q8 TFSI e quattro

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="54030"] source: Audi AG Powertrain with three-liter TFSI V6 engine and powerful electric motor New battery with 17.8 kWh, electric range of up to 59 kilometers (36.7 mi) (NEDC) Variants with system output of 340 kW (462 PS)2 or 280 kW (381 PS) Electric range of up to 59 kilometers (36.7 mi) in the NEDC (47 kilometers (29.2 mi) in the WLTP cycle), a sporty character, and great everyday usability: Audi is presenting the Q8 with plug-in...
Tue, Oct 13 , 2020 Bill
8 Oct 2020

Passion for Quality and Progressiveness: The New Audi e-tron GT

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="53806"] source: Audi AG First electrically powered Audi produced in Germany Production in Neckarsulm combines high tech and craftsmanship e-tron GT and Audi R8 travel through the same assembly line Gran Turismo sounds powerful and progressive thanks to own e-sound Passion for detail, maximum precision, and top quality: The new Audi e-tron GT reflects all the passion with which Audi develops and builds cars. For the production ...
Thu, Oct 08 , 2020 Bill
10 Sep 2020

Innovative, Dynamic, and Electric: The Audi e-tron S and the Audi e-tron S Sportback

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="51891"] source: Audi AG A world first in mass production: Drive with three electric motors mobilizes up to 370 kW of power and 973 Nm (717.6 lb-ft) of torque New quattro generation with electric torque vectoring Outstanding aerodynamics thanks to intelligent technology Audi is showing consistency and continuing with its electric offensive – with the new Audi e-tron S2 and the new Audi e-tron S Sportback3. Both of the S models with ...
Thu, Sep 10 , 2020 Bill
4 Sep 2020

Audi Q4 e-tron Spied Again

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="51669"] After the debut of the Skoda Enyaq iV and the soon to be revealed Volkswagen ID.4, it’s time for some new photos showing the Audi version of the family, the Q4 e-tron. Next in line for the Modular Electrification Platform (MEB) from the Volkswagen Group is the Audi Q4 e-tron. Already pre-viewed as the Q4 e-tron Concept at the 2019 Geneva Car Show, the production version is set for an 2021 debut. We’ve seen the Audi Q4 e-tron wint...
Fri, Sep 04 , 2020 Bill
17 Jun 2020

Innovative Aerodynamics Concept of the Audi e-tron S Models

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48486"] source: Audi AG Editor's note: this was originally posted on our sister site, e-tron connect by Audi Club North America. Top aerodynamic drag figure of 0.26 for the e-tron S Sportback prototype Wheel arch trims with air flow-through as new Audi patent, plus fully enclosed floor pan and controllable cool-air inlet Virtual exterior mirrors with OLED displays in the interior Aerodynamics is a key factor in range particularly w...
Wed, Jun 17 , 2020 Bill
3 Sep 2019

7:38.585 Minutes To Reach “Heaven’s Gate” In China: Volkswagen Sets First Record On Tianmen Mountain With The ID.R.

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="33091"] source: Volkswagen “China Challenge” mastered – Volkswagen’s fully-electric prototype sets new benchmark on Tianmen Mountain Romain Dumas conquers the 99 hairpins on the 10.906-kilometre “Big Gate Road” in less than 8 minutes ID.R is the sportiest representative of the electric ID. family of products An extraordinary drive on the limit, with spectacular images and the first record on Tianmen Mountain: Volkswagen has ac...
Tue, Sep 03 , 2019 Bill
25 Jun 2019

Firefly Grill Joins Electrify America’s Electric Vehicle Charging Network

source: Electrify America The eco-conscious New American eatery provides EV drivers traveling through the Midwest with a new, convenient charging option in advance of summer travel Electric vehicle (EV) owners locally and EV motorists traveling between major cities in mid-America can now charge their vehicles while enjoying delectable local fare at Firefly Grill, a sustainable farm and eco-conscious New American eatery in Effingham, Illinois. Constantly innovating to improve the dinin...
Tue, Jun 25 , 2019 Bill
18 Jun 2019

Volkswagen ID.R Returns To Goodwood To Defend Its Title

source: Volkswagen Motorsports Romain Dumas returns to iconic southern England event to defend the record set last year Volkswagen Motorsport lines up with a special sprint version of the ID.R Herndon — The Volkswagen ID.R is set to defend its title at the prestigious “Goodwood Festival of Speed” in West Sussex, England July 4th to 7th.  Last year, Romain Dumas, at the wheel of the fully-electric race car, set a new record for electric vehicles, completing the mile-long r...
Tue, Jun 18 , 2019 Bill
14 Feb 2019

Audi Q4 e-tron Concept Drawings Drop Before The 2019 Geneva Motor Show

source: Audi AG The onslaught continues from Audi. Today, Audi AG dropped three drawing of the Q4 e-tron concept. It'll be showcased at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show from March 7 through March 17. The grille is the familiar shape of the Audi e-tron SUV but those hips...definitely more rounded. Me gusta! Audi is planning on a production model in late 2020 or early 2021. [gallery link="file" size="large" ids="22752,22751,22750"]  
Thu, Feb 14 , 2019 Bill
11 Oct 2018

Power Play: Audi e-tron Prototype With Electrifying Dynamics

source: Audi AG New quattro generation: the electric all-wheel drive Enormous driving pleasure: powerful traction on different terrain Wide-ranging character: from long-distance tourer to offroad adventurer With driving dynamics tests on Namibia’s salt flats and savanna, the Audi e-tron prototype is at present impressively demonstrating its handling qualities. All made possible thanks to a new generation of the quattro drive – the electric all-wheel drive. In conj...
Thu, Oct 11 , 2018 Bill
1 Oct 2018

The Audi e-tron Goes On Tour

source: Audi of America Following its introduction to the world in September, the e-tron – Audi's first all-electric vehicle – is ready to meet the masses. Beginning in October, the Audi e-tron will be on display at a variety of auto shows across the country for customers to see first-hand. The tour will run from October 2018 through April 2019. The fully electric, fastest-charging Audi e-tron is a spacious five-seater, mid-sized SUV that is very well-equipped for premium buyers to...
Mon, Oct 01 , 2018 Bill
19 Sep 2018

Audi and Arcadia Power Partner To Allow e-tron Buyers To Support Renewable Energy Production

source: Audi of America First partnership between Arcadia Power and an automaker to support the production of renewable energy, which can help offset electric vehicle charging Collaboration offers e-tron owners opportunity to invest in renewable power and save on at-home energy costs Customers can learn more and sign up at https://www.audiusa.com/models/audi-e-tron SAN FRANCISCO – Audi of America, Inc. announces a partnership with Arcadia Power, a nationwide digital utility ...
Wed, Sep 19 , 2018 Bill
19 Sep 2018

Stream, Shop, Get Informed: Amazon Alexa in the Audi e-tron

source: Audi AG Audi is driving the integration of its cars into the digital world of its customers Amazon Alexa available in the fully electric Audi e-tron Seamless integration of the voice service into the car’s MMI system Alexa planned for additional models and markets In systematic pursuit of its digitalization strategy, Audi is offering its customers ever-greater in-car connectivity. The latest example: The new, fully electric Audi e-tron SUV has Amazon’s...
Wed, Sep 19 , 2018 Bill
18 Sep 2018

Electric Goes Audi: All-Electric Audi e-tron SUV Unveiled And Available For US Customers To Place Reservations

source: Audi of America First all-electric, fastest charging Audi e-tron SUV makes global debut and is available for customers to place reservations Audi e-tron is a spacious five-seater, electric mid-sized premium SUV that is very well equipped to meet premium buyer expectations Innovative battery design engineered for repeatable performance, longevity, and safety as well as highest levels of Audi infotainment and driver assistance systems Customers can enjoy the convenience o...
Tue, Sep 18 , 2018 Bill
17 Sep 2018

The e-tron As Starting Signal: Audi Launches e-offensive

source: Audi AG Twelve production e-automobiles by 2025 Electric drive in all key market segments Expansion of plug-in portfolio The brand with the four rings is launching its electrification offensive with the world premiere of the Audi e-tron. By 2025 Audi will offer twelve automobiles with all-electric drive in the most important markets worldwide and achieve roughly one-third of its sales with electrified models. The SUVs in this portfolio include the e-tron and ...
Mon, Sep 17 , 2018 Bill