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Volkswagen’s MEB for EVs: long electric range, open-platform, open-space, pricing for the volume market; “tablet on wheels”

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Brands within the Volkswagen Group have been rolling out modular component matrices, or assembly toolkits, for their light-duty vehicles over the past few years. It shows that we have four core innovations: smart sustainability, automated driving, intuitive interaction and personalized connectivity. Earlier post.)

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BMW unveils i8 Roadster, 2019 i8 Coupe; optimized eDrive tech increases power and range

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Sales will commence in spring 2018, price to be announced closer to market launch. The BMW i8 Roadster also benefits from a light-weight construction, complete with low center of gravity and even weight distribution. BMW Connected and ConnectedDrive.

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Best smart helmets – keep your head safe while you ride!

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There is obviously a high demand for protective headgear for motorcycle owners , bicycle users and more, but it’s 2018 and we won’t settle with the bare minimum. The unit connects via Bluetooth and has a set of speakers, as well as an integrated microphone. Not this one! This is by no means a lackluster unit. Wait, what?!

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Volkswagen launches new Passat GTE plug-in hybrid in Europe

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Global annual sales of all plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are forecast to quadruple within three years from 218,000 in 2015 to 893,000 in 2018. The Passat GTE features a completely redesigned bumper with a C-shaped LED daytime running light signature. Active Info Display. TSI for this kind of use as well.

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Volkswagen’s first two production battery-electric vehicles debut at Frankfurt

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We are electrifying all vehicle classes, and therefore have everything we need to make the Volkswagen Group the top automaker in all respects, including electric mobility, by 2018 ,” he said. The power electronics module is connected to the e-motor via the sort of yellow-and-orange 3-phase cable typical for electric vehicles.