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Audi joins Spoke Safety, Qualcomm, Commsignia to help protect bicyclists through connected technology

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Audi of America is working with Spoke, a mobility platform for safety, connectivity, and rich rider experiences; Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.; Audi is also continuing to refine its C-V2X technologies for production-intent applications, allowing for a connected ecosystem between drivers and the world around them.

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Audi involved in EEBUS standard for intelligent connection of EVs and buildings

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Audi is actively involved in the EEBUS initiative to promote networking across manufacturer and industry boundaries. The Audi e-tron’s charging system is the first on-board EV system to use the new communication standard. The ultimate aim of EEBUS is to develop a standard that is universally applicable.

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Audi upgrades battery capacity in Q5, A6 and A7 Sportback PHEVs

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Audi has upgraded the battery capacity for the Q5, A6, and A7 Sportback PHEVs. Audi Q5 Sportback 55 TFSI e quattro. The A6 Avant is now also available as a 50 TFSI e quattro. The A6 Avant is now also available as a 50 TFSI e quattro. The A6 Avant 50 TFSI e quattro now completes the PHEV range from Audi.

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Audi offers 22 kW AC charging option on e-tron

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Audi is now enabling faster charging with alternating current (AC). The standard mode 3 cable, with which all e-tron models can charge at public terminals, has already been converted to a charging capacity of 22 kW. The charging system connect comprises an operating unit with a 5-inch touch display and a wall mount.

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Updated Audi Q7 SUV has 48V MHEV as standard, new PHEV option

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Audi’s updated Q7 SUV will have the company’s 48V mild-hybrid system (MHEV) as standard. mph), the Audi Q7 recuperates energy, rolls in idle or coasts for up to 40 seconds with the engine switched off. A choice of two diesel engines will be available at market launch. Audi connect and assist systems.

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New 8th-generation Audi A6 features 48V mild hybrid system as standard

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Audi unveiled the eighth generation of its successful A6 full-size sedan; all engines feature Audi’s 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV) system ( earlier post ) as standard equipment. In Audi’s new mild-hybrid technology, a belt alternator starter (BAS) works together with a lithium-ion battery. liters per 100 kilometers. While the 3.0

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Audi introducing V2I Traffic Light Information service in Europe

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Audi is introducing the vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) service “Traffic Light Information” in Europe. From July, Audi will network new models with the traffic lights in Ingolstadt/Germany; further European cities will follow from 2020 onwards. In the US, Audi customers have been using this service since late 2016.

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