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Audi to have a plug-in hybrid in every model series; new BEV in 2018

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Both of these already have siblings: the Audi Q7 e-tron plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) and a future Audi A4 g-tron based on the second generation of the modular longitudinal platform (MLB 2). On the full battery-electric vehicle side, Audi showcased the new R8 e-tron , which is available for custom order, at the Geneva Motor Show.

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Volkswagen Group and Hamburg partner to bid to host 2021 ITS World Congress

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Under their strategic mobility partnership concluded in 2016 ( earlier post ), the partners have joined forces to shape the urban mobility of the future and to develop the city as a model for forward-looking, sustainable and integrated urban mobility. An intelligent fully-connected vehicle of the future: the Volkswagen I.D.

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Mercedes-Benz to invest ~€500M to produce electric compact EQ model at Hambach plant

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Mercedes-Benz Cars is expanding its production capacities for electric cars in Europe. The Hambach plant in France, which currently produces smart brand electric vehicles, will produce a compact electric car of the new product and technology brand EQ.

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4 Classic Car Relaunches Transforming the EV Landscape

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Jaguar E-Type Concept Zero You might have caught the first electric Jaguar E-type in action if you watched Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding in 2018. Experts retrofitted the baby blue 1968 model with an electric motor, which the company used to debut its conversion program. The battery-powered model reaches 62 mph in 5.5

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Mercedes-Benz commits to Formula E, departs DTM

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Mercedes‑Benz announced a strategic repositioning of its motorsport activities: the company will conclude its participation in DTM at the end of 2018 and enter Formula E in the 2019/20 season. Electric mobility is already of strategic importance to the company today and this will only increase in the future. Earlier post.).

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Electric cars and accessibility: What drivers with disabilities need to know

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In 2018 (further supported by a 2021 update ), the Ministry of Transport released a Transport Outcomes Framework. Likewise, any driver who is sensitive to loud noises – for example someone who has tinnitus – will enjoy the welcome relief of a quiet, battery-powered vehicle. Some of the options include: Car design changes.

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La Poste testing hydrogen fuel cell range extenders in Renault Kangoo Z.E. mail delivery vehicles

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electric mail delivery vehicles under real working conditions. This system is expected to double the range of the electric cars used for postal delivery. The Symbio FCell offer includes standard CAN-Bus and electrical interfaces, cooling output and maintenance software. Average fuel consumption at full power is 0.3

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