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All Audi production sites will manufacture all-electric vehicles by 2029

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As of 2026, Audi will only launch all-electric models onto the global market, gradually phasing out production of its combustion models by 2033. Based on this clear decision made as part of its Vorsprung 2030 corporate strategy, Audi is now taking steps to prepare its global facilities for the production of all-electric cars.

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Volkswagen Group delivers 42% more all-electric vehicles in the first quarter

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Volkswagen Group deliveries of all-electric vehicles (BEVs) rose by 42% in Q1 2023 compared to the prior-year period, which was hit harder by supply chain issues. Europe was the biggest growth driver here with an increase of 68% to 98,300 vehicles. 3 23,600 Audi Q4 e-tron (incl. 3 23,600 Audi Q4 e-tron (incl.

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Audi shows new A6 e-tron concept electric vehicle in Shanghai

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For the first time the presentation of AUDI AG at Auto Shanghai 2021 is taking place with two partners at a shared trade-fair stand. The first two products are made by a new partner, SAIC Audi. At the end of 2020 Audi announced the founding of the Audi FAW NEV Co. A6 e-tron concept.

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Porsche and Audi electric vehicles recalled over insufficient battery sealing

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Porsche and Audi, two Volkswagen premium brands, are issuing recalls for 2023 electric vehicle models, including the Taycan and e-tron GT. moreā€¦ The post Porsche and Audi electric vehicles recalled over insufficient battery sealing appeared first on Electrek.

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Audi produces 200,000th all-electric vehicle at its Brussels plant

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Audi Brussels has been producing the Audi Q8 e-tron and the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron, the Audi Group’s top electric SUV model, since December 2022. Last week, the Brussels plant celebrated the production of 200,000 all-electric Audi models.

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Volkswagen Group doubles deliveries of battery-electric vehicles in Q3 to 122,100

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Despite a shortage of semiconductors, the Volkswagen Group delivered 122,100 BEVs (battery-electric vehicles) to customers in the third quarter (July to September), an increase of 109% compared with the prior-year quarter. There also continued to be strong demand for vehicles with a plug-in hybrid drive (PHEVs). model family.

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Audi and Chinaā€™s SAIC to Work Together on Electric Vehicles

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Audi and Chinese automaker SAIC have agreed to partner on electric vehicle projects, as Audi seeks to halt a slide in market share in China. Audi has faced delays in developing a new EV platform, hindering its ability to compete with European and Chinese EV makers.

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