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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

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Audi is adding a new member to its A3 family: the A3 Sportback 30 g-tron natural gas vehicle. Audi first introduced an A3 Sportback g-tron in 2014. Its turbocharger with variable turbine geometry makes optimal use of the exhaust gas energy for early and harmonious torque development. The A3 Sportback 30 g-tron 1.5

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Audi presents latest SQ5 TDI diesel; 48V MHEV & electric compressor

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Audi has introduced the latest version of the SQ5 TDI diesel. The SQ5 TDI was first introduced in the fall of 2012 as the first Audi S model powered by a diesel engine. An actuator in the exhaust system, as fitted to the first SQ5 TDI, gives the V6 a sonorous sound. Audi SQ5 TDI mild hybrid 48V drivetrain. liters (0.2

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BMW ending involvement in Formula E, says it has exhausted opportunities for tech transfer

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However, when it comes to the development of e-drivetrains, BMW Group has essentially exhausted the opportunities for this form of technology transfer in the competitive environment of Formula E. Audi also recently announced it would leave Formula E. Earlier post.).

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Audi RS e-tron GT review: Driving the most powerful production Audi ever

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The new Audi RS e-tron GT is proof that if you’re going to enter a new era then you should do it with a bang. This long, low five-door super-coupe not only the most powerful Audi electric vehicle ever built, it’s the most powerful Audi production car of all time. 2023 Audi e-tron GT RS. 2023 Audi e-tron GT RS.

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Audi gives S5 models their first diesel and 48V MHEV systems; performance and efficiency

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For the first time, the Audi S5 Coupé/Sportback has a V6 diesel under the hood. Audi S5 Sportback TDI. TDI in the S5 models is the most powerful version in the Audi V6 diesel engine lineup. Audi S5 Coupé TDI. The electric-powered compressor in the Audi S5 TDI is new to this segment.

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German public prosecutor opens investigation of Dr. Winterkorn in exhaust scandal

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Dr. Martin Winterkorn, the former CEO of Volkswagen AG, over the VW exhaust affair (“VW-Abgasaffäre”). The focus of the investigation is the accusation of fraud related to the sale of vehicles with manipulated exhaust systems. Volkswagen AG had filed a criminal complaint with the prosecutor’s office without naming an accused.

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Second-generation Audi A7 Sportback features standard 48V MHEV system with gasoline or diesel engines

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Audi has unveiled the second-generation A7 Sportback, which is the essence of Audi‘s new design language. In the NEDC, the base version of the Audi A7 Sportback 55 TFSI consumes 6.8 To support it, the Audi valvelift system (AVS) adjusts the intake valve opening times and stroke in two stages based on load and engine speed.

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