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Audi and KIT working on recycling for automotive plastics via pyrolysis oil

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A large number of components in automobiles are made from plastics; these have to meet exacting safety, heat-resistance and quality requirements. That is why, so far, only petroleum-based materials have been suitable for manufacturing plastic components in automobiles that are subjected to particularly intensive wear.

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Audi presents PPE-based activesphere concept; electric drive quattro coupé with active back cargo bed

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Audi has presented the activesphere crossover study with electric drive and quattro. The Audi activesphere features a drive system and suspension which make it equally adept on both on and off the road. The Audi activesphere’s ground clearance is variable; ideal for off-road use, it can be increased by 40 millimeters (1.57

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Audi presents Coupé variant of Q4 e-tron as a concept car

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Audi presented the Q4 e-tron concept at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show as a preview of the first compact electric SUV from Audi. With the Q4 Sportback e-tron, the brand is now presenting the second model of the product line that will go into production in 2021 as an SUV Coupé, and will be the Audi brand’s seventh electric model.

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Audi unveils AI:ME self-driving EV concept at Shanghai

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At Auto Shanghai 2019, Audi is introducing the Audi AI:ME, an electric showcar offering compact dimensions, a spacious, futuristic interior, and the ability to drive autonomously at level 4. The Audi AI:ME offers a broad range of high-tech features for communication, entertainment, or relaxation. With an exterior length of 4.30

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Audi partnering with Baidu and Huawei on vehicle connectivity in China; CarLife support and new LTE module

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Audi is partnering with Baidu and Huawei to intensify the expansion of connectivity of its cars in China. In advance of the first CES Asia taking place in Shanghai, Audi announced its support of Baidu CarLife (similar to Android Auto and Apple CarPlay) for integration of smartphones in its cars in China.

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2023 Audi TT Given Sendoff Limited Edition Model

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Audi is discontinuing the TT this year and will be offering a Final Edition built in limited quantities. The answer is that Audi wanted to differentiate the model from everything else that wore the TT badge. Audi offered a slew of colors back then, including eight individual greens.

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Audi unveils MEB-based Q4 e-tron concept EV; production version in 2020

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Audi unveiled the Q4 e-tron concept compact electric SUV at the Geneva Motor Show. The Audi Q4 e-tron concept gives an advance look at what will be the fifth series production electric vehicle that the manufacturer will introduce by the end of 2020. There is no mechanical connection between the axles. The system power is 225 kW.

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