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Audi boosts range and efficiency in e-tron; extra 25 km in WLTP

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Audi is introducing a standard technical update for its first all-electric product, the e-tron. The new versions of the Audi e-tron 55 quattro will be able to drive for up to 436 kilometers (270.9 The battery in the Audi e-tron 55 quattro has a total capacity of 95 kWh and now gives customers access to a net power figure of 86.5

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Audi offering 12V mild hybrid versions of new A4; 48V MHEV for S4 TDI diesel

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Audi is offering the revamped A4 with many engine options equipped with 12V and 48V mild-hybrid systems (MHEV). This also applies to the Audi S4 TDI (combined fuel consumption 6.3 – 6.2 This also applies to the Audi S4 TDI (combined fuel consumption 6.3 – 6.2 Audi S4 Avant TDI. l/100 km (37.3 - 37.9 l/100 km (37.3 - 37.9

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Audi gives S5 models their first diesel and 48V MHEV systems; performance and efficiency

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For the first time, the Audi S5 Coupé/Sportback has a V6 diesel under the hood. Audi S5 Sportback TDI. TDI in the S5 models is the most powerful version in the Audi V6 diesel engine lineup. Audi S5 Coupé TDI. A DC/DC converter steps this voltage down for components in the 12–volt electrical system.

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Audi moving ahead with 48V system in vehicles; mild hybrids

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Audi will upgrade part of its vehicle electrical system from 12 to 48 volts. Audi recently showcased the scope of the 48-volt electrical system with the two technology demonstrators Audi A6 TDI concept and RS 5 TDI concept. Audi will shortly be unveiling a variety of applications in this field. Earlier post.) —Prof.

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Two Audi TDI technology studies with electric biturbo, 48V electrical systems; both technologies to go into series production

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Audi has built two technology studies with the “electric biturbo” technology it is developing ( earlier post ): the Audi A6 TDI concept is equipped with a new 3.0 a single turbo with supplementary electric compressor), while the Audi RS 5 TDI concept with a 3.0 The new 48-volt subsystem offers major advantages, Audi suggests.

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Road Test: 2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro Chronos Edition

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Road Test: 2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro Chronos Edition Solid German Electric Luxury SUV There is something about driving a German car, and Audi does not disappoint with the 2023 E-Tron Quattro. The whoosh feeling is a joy, and Audi has done it very well. inch and lower 8.8-inch inch screens. The cargo area goes from 28.5

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Audi developing electromechanical rotary dampers; potential for energy recuperation from suspension; 48V

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Audi is developing a prototype electromechanical rotary dampening system called “eROT,” in which electromechanical rotary dampers replace the hydraulic dampers used today for an even more comfortable ride. Stefan Knirsch, Board Member for Technical Development at AUDI AG. Another advantage of the new damper system is its geometry.

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