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Audi boosts range and efficiency in e-tron; extra 25 km in WLTP

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The new models are available now to customers in Europe. Now, due to a number of optimizations, the front electric motor is almost entirely disengaged and disconnected from the electricity supply. Running without power or drag losses, the major advantage of the asynchronous motor concept is even more effective as a result.

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Volkswagen CES2017 show app previews emerging Volkswagen digital Ecosystem

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Volkswagen has developed a special app for CES 2017, available now at the App Store ( iOS ) and at Google Play ( Android ). electric concept car to the American public for the first time. Earlier post.) The manufacturer is also presenting its I.D.

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New ArcelorMittal lightweight car door solutions; up to 34% weight savings over existing steel doors in medium-term

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These steels are available now and are already being utilized in production vehicles today. This solution also includes a new laser welded blank (LWB) inner panel concept with a very thin gauge. In the redesigned outer panel of the short-term front door solution, a 0.6

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Reaction Design introduces FORTÉ CFD for advanced, 3D internal combustion engine simulations based on detailed fuel chemistry mechanisms

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The response has been to increase engine complexity with the solutions that designers are coming up with—for example, charge compression ignition, either homogeneous or partially premixed, or new dual fuels concepts. Reaction Design’s FORTÉ CFD product for predictive engine simulation is available now.

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First drive: Rivian’s Tri-Motor R1 is more of a good thing, available now

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The interior felt plenty comfortable and obviously spacious for all the time we were in it, though it’s not as directly comfort-oriented as some of the other large EVs we’ve tried, like the Volvo EX90 and the Hyundai Ioniq 9 (the latter was a concept interior, though). Get started here. – ad* FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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A123 Systems introduces Li-ion 6T battery designed specifically for military applications; engine start and silent watch

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There are three major phases of launching a military product, Alexander said: proof of concept and testing; vehicle qualification; and manufacturing. The 6T-12 and 6T-24 versions of A123’s advanced lithium iron phosphate military battery solution are available now, and pricing is available upon request. Zanardelli, S.,

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Report: Dodge Will Reveal the Hornet GLH This Year

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The Dodge Hornet looks sporty, and its Alfa Romeo roots give it a European flavor, but it could use a more performance-oriented version than the plug-in hybrid variants available now. Dodge CEO Matt McAlear told The Drive that the Hornet GLH concepts would come to life, saying, You should see it this calendar year.

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