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Audi offering 12V mild hybrid versions of new A4; 48V MHEV for S4 TDI diesel

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Audi will offer the A4 model line with six turbocharged engines at sales launch in Europe. The 12-volt subsidiary electrical system is connected to the 48-volt main electrical system via a powerful DC/DC converter. TFSI in markets outside Europe. l/100 km (37.3 - 37.9 Audi S4 Avant TDI. l/100 km (39.2-

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Daimler to begin production and sales of Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid in Europe

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Daimler will begin production of Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid in Europe and launch it in major western European markets beginning in the third quarter of this year, with other countries to follow in succession. This will make the Canter Eco Hybrid the first series-produced truck of its class to be manufactured in Europe (in Tramagal, Portugal).

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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. The sophisticated cooling system continues to guarantee rapid DC charging, a long battery life cycle and reproducible performance even under heavy loads. In both cases, the electric motors function as generators and convert kinetic energy into electrical energy.

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VW ID. SPACE VIZZION electric concept makes global debut in LA

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SPACE VIZZION previews a potential production car for Europe and North America. The on-board electronics are supplied with 12 volts via a DC/DC converter. SPACE VIZZION sprints to 60 mph from rest in just 5.0 seconds and the maximum speed is electronically limited to 109 mph. family models. Aerodynamics.

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Continental puts first 48V hybrid assist system into production with Renault diesels

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The modular system from Continental also includes a DC/DC converter, which enables the 48-volt system to be connected to the vehicle’s on-board power supply. Other production launches for both diesel and gasoline vehicles are in the pipeline for Europe and other markets including China and North America.

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

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A DC/DC converter steps this voltage down for components in the 12–volt electrical system. mph), the car can coast for up to 40 seconds with the engine shut off. In many markets outside of Europe, Audi offers the S5 models with a different engine, the 3.0 seconds and the S5 Sportback in 4.9 Audi S5 Coupé TDI.

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Volkswagen unveils 5-seat Atlas Cross Sport Concept plug-in hybrid with 26-mile AER; mild hybrid option

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After recently showing the new Touareg in Europe and China, Volkswagen is now debuting a new version of its Atlas midsize SUV at the New York International Auto Show: the Atlas Cross Sport concept. The drive system’s total power amounts to 355 hp, which potentially enables the Cross Sport concept to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.4

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