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The New Audi A3 Comes with Subscription Fees in Europe

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One we’re hoping skips North America is Audi’s new subscription scheme , recently introduced with the new A3 in Europe. Audi is charging buyers subscription fees to access features like adaptive cruise control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic high beams, and, bafflingly, dual-zone climate controls. inch touchscreen.

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Audi of America, Verizon partner to bring 5G to vehicle lineup starting in MY2024

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Verizon and Audi of America will bring 5G connectivity to the automaker’s US lineup, estimated to begin with select models for the 2024 model year. Passengers will be able to download or stream entertainment at higher speeds and better quality than ever before.

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Audi of America to introduce 4G LTE Audi connect service with A3 in Spring 2014

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Audi of America will launch its first 4G LTE service with the new Audi connect system in A3 models due Spring 2014. With 4G LTE, the A3 models will have download speeds of up to 100 megabits per second. Audi plans to roll out 4G LTE capability across its entire lineup as new or refreshed models come to the market.

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Audi and AT&T to offer 4G LTE connectivity starting with 2015 Audi A3 Sedans

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Audi of America unveiled a new partnership with AT&T offering US Audi drivers in-vehicle 4G LTE data connection with the introduction of the 2015 A3 family. Audi says it plans to roll out 4G LTE capability across its entire lineup as new or refreshed models come to the market. Earlier post.).

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Audi equipping new models in Europe with Audi connect SIM

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Audi is now equipping its new models that use the second-generation modular infotainment platform with Audi connect SIM. With the factory-installed SIM card, customers can immediately use the wide range of Audi connect services with the accompanying data flat rate for up to three years. Other model series will follow.

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Audi launches “Audi on demand” pilot mobility program

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Audi has introduced “Audi on demand”, an innovative mobility program that gives customers a new way to experience the Audi brand and its range of vehicles at the touch of a button. With Audi on demand, customers can reserve an Audi by the day for up to 28 days. No membership fee is required.

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Audi and AT&T to wirelessly connect 2016 model year vehicles

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Audi and AT&T announced that 2016 model year Audi vehicles will offer AT&T 4G LTE or 3G coverage. AT&T and Audi enabled the first-ever in-vehicle 4G LTE data connection in North America in 2014. The new Audi connect 4G LTE service will allow faster Google Earth and Google Street View enhancements to MMI navigation plus.

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