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Audi presents plug-in hybrid TT offroad concept car at Beijing; wireless charging

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Audi TT offroad concept. Audi is presenting an Audi TT offroad concept at the Beijing International Automobile Exhibition. Like many of the brand''s new production models, the Audi TT offroad concept is also based on the versatile modular transverse matrix (MQB). mpg US), a CO 2 equivalent of 45 grams per kilometer (72.4

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Mercedes-Benz unveils new Sprinter; focus on connectivity; electric drive in 2019; realizing adVANce

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As the first fully connected integral system solution, the third generation of the Sprinter demonstrates the development of the division from purely a vehicle manufacturer into a provider of complete transport and mobility solutions, the company said. (Duisburg is home to the world’s largest inland port.) Mercedes-Benz is investing some €2.5

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Mitsubishi shows XR-PHEV concept at LA Show

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Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV on stage in LA. MMNA) gave the Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV ( earlier post ) plug-in hybrid its North American debut at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. For additional power optimization with reduced exhaust emissions, the 1.1-liter Fuel economy would be more than 65 mpg US (3.6 Click to enlarge.

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Audi’s performance SQ5 diesel features electric compressor with mild hybrid system

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mpg US), corresponding to 172 – 177 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (276.8 – 284.9 Audi has systematically refined the drive concept from the full-size SQ7 TDI for the new SQ5 TDI. An AC/DC converter connects the conventional 12-volt electrical system. At its core is a belt alternator-starter (BAS) connected to the crankshaft.

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

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mpg US), corresponding to 154 grams CO 2 per kilometer (247.8 The new three-liter V6 exhaust end lies inside the 90° vee; the short gas paths and the twin scroll charger, which prevents unwanted interactions between the gas columns, guarantee spontaneous throttle response. It accelerates the four-door coupé from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1

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Audi unveils TT and TTS Roadsters prior to Paris debut; evolution of Audi Space Frame; up to 54.7 mpg US with diesel

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For the first time, the digital instrument cluster provides all information within the driver’s field of vision; the Audi TT’s new display and control system has already received the Car Connectivity Award and the honor of Interior Innovation of the Year at the Automotive Interiors Expo Awards. Intelligent composite construction. With the 2.0

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Elio Motors unveils engine prototype for 84 mpg highway 3-wheeler

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Elio Motors, the start-up developing a $6,800, 84-mpg- (2.8l/100 The original engine concept for the three-wheeler was to take the Geo Metro engine and create a template for the Elio engine; the Metro engine was compact, perceived to be efficient, had the correct power requirements, and is relatively inexpensive to produce.

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