22 Oct 2020

Porsche Macan EV Prototype Spied

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="54389"] The next generation Porsche Macan will go all electric and we spied the very first prototypes. This prototype was out testing on a test track in bad weather conditions such as rain and fog and the distance didn’t help either but never the less, we are happy to be able to show you the very first photos. The new Macan will ride on a new platform dubbed PPE, Premium Platform Electric, that is co-developed with Audi. While the platform...
Thu, Oct 22 , 2020 Bill
2 Sep 2020

Video of the Day: Audi e-tron vs Mercedes-Benz EQC

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="51510"] words: Bill, photo: Lovecars So what happens when two of the oldest automotive manufacturers are pitted against each other in a decidedly modern way? Lovecars answers that question when they test the Audi e-tron against the Mercedes-Benz EQC. Tiff Needell and co-host, Paul Woodman, take both similarly priced and powered EVs on the road. There are no 0-60 sprints, no 1/4 mile drags but rather just drives through the countryside. Tiff d...
Wed, Sep 02 , 2020 Bill
31 Mar 2020

Tech Talk: How Audi Plans to Bring 20 All-Electric Models to Market in the Next Five Years

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="45235"] source: Audi of America Editor’s Note: We are in some extraordinary times now. COVID-19 has caused many disruptions (to say the very least) and in terms of the automotive world, all industry and enthusiast events are on hold…but that doesn’t mean we have to stop learning. In quattro magazine, we have a column by James Benoit called Tech Talk where James talks about…well…the tech of Audi. Audi of America is releasing a series of...
Tue, Mar 31 , 2020 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
19 Dec 2018

Audi e-tron GT Concept Photo Gallery

photos: Audi AG I make it no secret that I think this is the best looking vehicle that Audi has shown in the last several years so I've decided that having a photo gallery of this beauty would be ideal...at least for me. So sit back and enjoy the gallery from drawing to reality. [gallery size="large" ids="21161,21160,21162,21158,21154,21156,21157,21159,21165,21166,21167,21168,21169,21163,21164,21174,21175,21176,21178,21179,21170,21171,21172,21173,21117,21118,21119,21122,21123,21124,21125,2...
Wed, Dec 19 , 2018 Bill
23 Oct 2018

Elaphe Propulsion’s R8 Is Not Mid-Engined – In Fact It Has No Engine

words: Bill Cho, photos/video: Elaphe Propulsion Nor does it have a transmission or gearbox. So how can it go from 0-60 in 3.5 seconds? Elaphe Propulsion builds motors into the wheels. The wheels on this R8 produce a combined 4,425 ft-lb of torque and 590hp. How well does this technology work? Well watch the video below and decide for yourself and read all about Elaphe Propulsion here.   [embed]https://youtu.be/NNM9LPgZWME[/embed] [gallery size="large" ids="19471,19...
Tue, Oct 23 , 2018 Bill
12 Sep 2018

Save The Date: World Premiere of the Audi e-tron Live from San Francisco on Sept. 17

source: Audi of America Livestream available for reveal of brand's first all-electric SUV Full e-tron specifications, pricing announced; U.S. reservations open More news on ecosystem Audi will deliver for U.S. customers HERNDON, Va. – Audi will celebrate the world premiere of the Audi e-tron, the brand's first all-electric vehicle, in San Francisco, California on Sept. 17, 2018. During the event, full vehicle specifications and pricing for the U.S. market will be announced, ...
Wed, Sep 12 , 2018 Bill