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Audi launches next-gen A4 with new Millerized TFSI engine; g-tron model w/ Audi e-gas

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At market launch in Europe, the new Audi A4 and A4 Avant will be available with a choice of three TFSI and four TDI engines delivering maximum power of between 110 kW (150 hp) and 200 kW (272 hp). In combination with the seven-speed S tronic transmission, it accelerates the A4 Sedan from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.9 TFSI quattro.

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Univ. of Utah study finds many infotainment systems too distracting to be used when vehicle in motion

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Greater consideration should be given to what interactions should be available to the driver when the vehicle is in motion rather than to what features and functions could be available to motorists. This is troublesome because motorists may assume that features that are enabled when they are driving are safe and easy to use.

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Cadillac boosts performance of ELR plug-in hybrid for MY2016, cuts MSRP by $9K; $58,495 net after Fed credits

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Major product upgrades include a more than 25% boost in power and torque; faster acceleration that improves 0-60 mph by 1.5 The ELR’s battery is covered by an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty or 10 years/150,000 miles in states following Air Resource Board guidelines. Adaptive cruise control is available. 2016 Cadillac ELR.

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Presales of Audi Q7 TFSI e quattro PHEVs begin in Europe

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The SUV, the plug-in hybrid drive of which combines a three-liter V6 gasoline engine with a powerful electric motor, is available in two power levels. Together with the coupling, which connects the combustion engine to the drivetrain, it forms the hybrid module. mph) the electric motor can generate the drive alone.

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Volkswagen presents status of fleet study in electromobility; latest generation of twïnDRIVE plug-in hybrid

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Based on guidelines for determining the fuel consumption of plug-in hybrids, a fuel consumption value of 2.1 Top speed of the car is 170 km/h (106 mph); the Volkswagen accelerates to 100 km/h in under 12 seconds. When operated in pure electric mode, the Golf Variant twïnDRIVE can reach a top speed of 120 km/h (75 mph).

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Audi introduces A8 L 60 TFSI e quattro plug-in hybrid

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The A8 as plug-in hybrid with normal wheelbase will be available a few weeks later. The Audi A7 Sportback and the Q5 50 TFSI e quattro and Q5 55 TFSI e quattro SUVs have been available on the market since September. The high system torque is available at 1,250 rpm—i.e., The A8 L variant of the new model, which measures 5.30

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2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4Matic EV

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Available in three all-electric versions: The base is the single motor, rear-wheel drive EQS 450+. The performance was impressive, with the 5,888-pound EQS returning 0-60 mph runs at 3.7 EQS 580 and 4MATIC badging sit below the LED light bar that connects the tail lights with their distinctive helix design. 3D in front of you.