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2021 Audi Q5, A7 and A8 TFSI e PHEVS now on sale in US

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Now on sale nationwide in the US, the 2021 Audi Q5 TFSI e, A7 TFSI e and A8 TFSI e plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) combine Audi’s premium appointments and driving dynamics with integrated hybrid technology and smartphone app functionality. 2021 Audi Q5 TFSI e. Or, the A8 TFSI e can operate in nearly silent all-electric mode.

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Porsche and Audi form Premium Charging Alliance in Japan

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Porsche Japan and Audi Japan are forming a Premium Charging Alliance business partnership to expand the 150kW rapid charging station network across Japan. Rapid charging stations run by both companies will be available to both Porsche and Audi owners starting 1 July 2022.

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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 new charging system connect, which Audi offers for home garages, is also designed for a charging capacity of up to 22 kW. Audi recommends a three-phase, 400-volt outlet for optimal use of the charging system connect.

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Redwood Materials aims to recycle all VW and Audi EV batteries in North America

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Redwood will be the designated recycler for all VW EV batteries in North America, as well as those from the Audi luxury brand, the companies said Tuesday in a press release. Redwood said it will work directly with VW dealers to recover.

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All Audi UK Centres gain ‘Electric Vehicle Approved’ accreditation

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Audi is the first car manufacturer in the UK to receive Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) accreditation across its entire network of centres.

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2019 Audi e-tron to make global debut in San Francisco on 17 Sep; US reservations open then

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The 2019 Audi e-tron, the first all-electric vehicle from Audi, will make its global debut on 17 September at an event in San Francisco. US customers will be able to configure and reserve their 2019 Audi e-tron on that date as well. Audi expects the e-tron in showrooms in the first part of 2019.

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Four engine variants of updated Audi A5 to be equipped with 12V and 48V mild hybrid systems

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Audi is updating the A5 sedan. Audi A5 Coupé. With the S5 TDI, Audi measurements show that this electrification can reduce fuel consumption in everyday operation by up to 0.4 TDI engine with electric powered compressor and 48-volt main electrical system in the updated Audi S5 Sportback offers combined fuel consumption of 6.2–6.1

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