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CharIN response to Tesla opening its North America Charging Standard

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In November, Tesla opened its EV charging connector design—called the North American Charging Standard (NACS)—to charging network operators and vehicle manufacturers. Now, the Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN e.V.) CCS and MCS are the global standards for charging vehicles of all kinds.

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2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron charges faster, goes farther, accelerates quicker

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The 2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron gets a number of changes, including faster charging, more range, quicker acceleration, and retuned ride and handling. Standard SUV and Sportback body styles are.

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The new Audi Q6 e tron sets standards in performance, range and charging

Electric Cars Report

The Audi Q6 e-tron marks the start of a new generation of electrically powered vehicles at Audi. The Audi Q6 e-tron is the first production model on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) and thus the new reference for Vorsprung durch Technik.

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2024 Audi Q8 e-tron coming to US this summer; starting MSRP $74,400

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Audi is making a clear statement that the 2024 Q8 e-tron is its flagship electrified SUV. The new 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron ( earlier post ) has been refined with increased driving range, higher-power and faster charging capabilities, and improved driving dynamics compared to the prior model e-tron. kW (240V/40A), or in around 6.5

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Audi plans to pilot charging hub concept for quick charging later this summer

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Audi is working on a concept for quick charging for premium-level electromobility: the Audi charging hub. For the first time, more than half of Audi’s newly introduced models are electrified. With the growing number of electric models, the requirements for the charging infrastructure will also grow.

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Audi offers 22 kW AC charging option on e-tron

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Audi is now enabling faster charging with alternating current (AC). Effective immediately, e-tron 55 and e-tron Sportback 55 customers can order a second on-board charger that doubles the power from 11 kW to as much as 22 kW at appropriate charging terminals. Charging planning then considers forecast periods of sunshine.

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Audi involved in EEBUS standard for intelligent connection of EVs and buildings

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Audi is actively involved in the EEBUS initiative to promote networking across manufacturer and industry boundaries. The Audi e-tron’s charging system is the first on-board EV system to use the new communication standard. Cars are stationary for most of the day, which leaves a great deal of time for flexible charging.

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