Spy Photo: Audi RS Q6 e-tron

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="70159"] Hotter Audi Q6 e-tron spotted! Not just the new Audi Q5 is in the pipeline but also the hotter version of the Audi Q6 e-tron, the RS Q6 e-tron. Visibly we can see the sportier looking front bumper compared to the more regular versions of the Q6. These prototypes also have the production lights as we can see revealing the split headlights up front together with the more conventional rear lights. On the performance side the Audi RS Q6 e-tro...
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Awesome Duo for the Future

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="70034"] source: Audi AG The future is electric, automated, connected – and it can’t come soon enough! The showcars Audi A6 Avant e-tron concept and Audi grandsphere concept provide pointers to what premium mobility will look like in the future. Sedan and Avant of the future If you want to grab a glimpse of the future, you could try gazing into a crystal ball in the hope of discerning the shape of things to come. Or, for a more realistic insi...
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The Storage Champ – Audi A6 Avant e-tron concept

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="69621"] source: Audi AG Audi exhibits concept for an executive class Avant with electric drive system Unmistakable design for the electric age Fast charging with 270 kW – 300 km (186 miles) range in just 10 minutes Audi A6 e-tron concept, the second: as part of its 2022 Annual Media Conference, Audi is presenting the next model in its future electrically powered A6 Luxury Class: the Avant. The company with the four rings introduced the A...
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Spy Photo: Audi A6 e-tron Spied Close Up

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="69577"] Following our first shots of the Audi A6 e-tron, we can now also offer you some new photos giving us a clear and close look of the new electric Audi. On these photos, it’s also easier to see the split headlights, the closed grille, and more of the overall design. We can also see that the Audi A6 e-tron will be a sportback instead of a conventional sedan...a nod back to the original Audi 100 Avant. [gallery link="none" columns="1" s...
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Spy Photos: Audi A6 e-tron Spied for the First Time

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="69492"] Yesterday, Audi revealed a silhouette of the A6 Avant e-tron concept and we went bonkers but as some concepts go, they never make it to production. However, we spied what appears to be the all-electric Audi A6 e-tron at a supplier working with multiple brands giving away that Audi is opting for the split headlight design with more models than the Q6 e-tron. When Audi revealed the A6 e-tron concept, it was a stunning looking car but now wi...
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World Premiere of the ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="69269"] source: Volkswagen The ID. Buzz lineup is the new face of sustainable mobility First versions will come to European market with 82 kWh battery powering 201-hp electric motor with maximum torque of 229 lb-ft Both models in the ID. Buzz range hark back to the iconic Microbus design and formula of maximum space on a small footprint Sustainability measures include replacing leather with non-animal material, incorporating recycled materials, ...
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Emotional First Victory in the Desert: Audi RS Q e-tron wins in Abu Dhabi

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="69238"] Historic first success of an electrified drive in the desert Stéphane Peterhansel celebrates eighth personal victory at Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Julius Seebach: “Breakthrough for our innovation” Audi has once again made history in motorsport with technical innovation: Following its debut with four stage victories at the Dakar Rally in January, the Audi RS Q e-tron now clinched its first overall victory – in just it...
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Audi Accelerates Transformation with a Strong 2021 for Fully Electric Vehicles

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="67762"] source: Audi AG Despite the worldwide semiconductor shortage, Audi is still setting a fast pace on its path to the sustainable premium mobility of the future. That is evident in fully electric car deliveries in the past year, which increased by 57.5 percent over the previous year. Additionally, Audi more than doubled its product portfolio of fully electric models in the past year. Despite the difficult supply situation, in total, Audi-...
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First Drive: 2022 Audi RS e-tron GT

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="67493"] by: George Achorn, photos: Audi Spain Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Q3_2021 issue of quattro Magazine. If you would like to subscribe to quattro Magazine, please join Audi Club here. The RS e-tron GT has a distinctive note. A synthesized guttural audio signature that is felt as much as it is heard, apparently inspired by a didgeridoo according to Audi engineers, and perhaps filtered through the disposition of an...
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A Clear Course: Audi is Increasing Investments in Electromobility

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="67031"] source: Audi AG The year 2021 characterized entirely by electromobility: Audi doubled the number of fully electric models in its range Sum total of advance payments up to 2026 increased to about €37 billion, €18 billion for electrification and hybridization alone Charging infrastructure: accelerated expansion of the charging network and a start for the Audi charging hub pilot project in Nuremberg This year, Au...
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Electromobility in Winter: Intelligent Thermal Management in Audi Models Preserves Range and Performance

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="67015"] source: Audi AG Audi embeds mechanisms to preserve batteries and charging capacity Preconditioning heats the high-voltage battery and interior before departure Heat pump generates soothing warmth and protects against loss of range In the winter, electrically powered cars have to bring the interior and the battery system to the right temperature. This double task already requires a lot of energy from them. Low exterior temperatures ex...
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Spy Photo: Porsche Macan EV Winter Test

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="66921"] We ran into a group of Porsche testers at an charging station in the cold winter and it was clear that the Macan EV prototype had some problems. Nothing special with that since that’s why the prototypes are being tested; to avoid these problems when the cars are ready for regular clients. After realizing it would take a while for the Macan EV to move, we went closer to shoot some photos. That was really not appreciated by the test drive...
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Porsche Macan EV Spied

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="66317"] Electric Porsche Macan spied again! We have a new batch of photos showing the upcoming electric new Porsche Macan. A test group with three prototypes showed up in front of our cameras which resulted in this mega gallery. This time we got a chance to see the retractable rear spoiler in action as we can see on two of the prototypes compared to the one not having it activated. [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="66316"] The new...
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Heat and Sandstorms: Morocco Test for the Audi RS Q e-tron

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="64127"] source: Audi AG Extreme conditions during two-week test in the desert First test in the dunes for the electric drivetrain Andreas Roos: “We still have a lot to do before the Dakar Rally” On the way to its debut in the famous Dakar Rally in January 2022, Audi Sport has tested the Audi RS Q e-tron for almost two weeks in Morocco under the most extreme conditions. After testing in Germany and Spain, the team headed f...
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Spied: Audi’s Big EV SUV for China

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="63026"] photos: Audi Club North America The big Audi EV SUV for China comes closer to its debut! At the Shanghai Auto Show in April Audi debuted the Audi concept Shanghai, a big electric SUV aimed for the Chinese market. Riding on the same MEB platform as the Volkswagen ID.6, it will be positioned between the Q4 and Q7 , so basically the size of the Audi e-tron. Audi says the length will be about 16ft (4.87 m) and will offer a range of approxima...
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Audi skysphere concept – The Future Is Wide Open

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="63097"] source: Audi AG Audi transforming the vehicle into platform for captivating experiences Electric-powered luxury roadster Redefining progressive luxury Audi has unveiled the first member of a new family of concept vehicles, a spectacular roadster. Audi skysphere concept is the name of the electric-powered, two-door convertible whose lines lead directly to the Audi design of tomorrow. With it, the brand is illustrating its vision for t...
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Audi Hungaria: New Investment Projects in Technical Development

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="62438"] source: Audi AG New testing equipment to develop electric engines and electric drives in the spirit of sustainable mobility Alfons Dintner, Chairman of the Board of Management of Audi Hungaria: “Our Technical Development is AUDI AG’s third-largest development and competence hub for simulation as well as acoustic and strength analysis testing" Forward-thinking investment: in the two years ahead, Audi Hungaria will...
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E-Legend EL1 EV Harks Iconic Audi Sport quattro Era with New Electric Car

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="61932"] It’s hard to know what to make of the new E-Legend EL1. From a design standpoint, this new electric car startup pays obvious homage to the Audi Sport quattro. However, its relationship to Audi beyond appearance remains to be seen. With its looks alone though, we figure it’s something our audience would want to know more about. The EL1 electric coupé is powered by three electric motors powered by a 90kWh battery pack. The firm behind ...
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Charging Stations and E-Cars: Audi Electrifies FC Bayern

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="61001"] source: Audi AG FC Bayern’s electrification initiative with Audi continues Charging infrastructure for electric cars at the Allianz Arena to be expanded Member of the Audi Board of Management for Sales and Marketing Wortmann: “Together with FC Bayern, we embody progress.” FC Bayern and its partner Audi have installed 21 charging points for electric vehicles at the Allianz Arena. As of this summer, the charging infrastructure wi...
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Volkswagen ID.4 Is First Production-Based EV To Complete NORRA Mexican 1000 Off-Road Race

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="60783"] source: Volkswagen of America ID.4 performed amazingly over a total of 840 miles of off-road racing Production ID.4 1st Edition RWD was modified by Tanner Foust and Rhys Millen Racing for off-road use Volkswagen EV technology proves super capable in challenging terrain A specially prepared Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV completed the National Off-Road Racing Association (NORRA) Mexican 1000 race on April 29 in the Baja peninsula of Mexic...
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