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Volkswagen CrossBlue Coupé plug-in makes its European debut; showcasing the MQB

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V6 gasoline engine (EA 390) and six-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission with 40 kW electric motor (DQ 400 E) in the engine compartment. The CrossBlue Coupé is a sportier, gasoline-engined version of the diesel-engined CrossBlue SUV concept introduced at this year’s Detroit auto show. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.

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Volkswagen Group brings new Audi and Porsche EV concepts, Volkswagen PHEV concept to Frankfurt; 20 more plug-ins by 2020

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Martin Winterkorn said that “ The Porsche Mission E and the Audi e-tron quattro concept are nothing less than a quantum leap for our industry ”—both vehicles have an all-electric range of 500 kilometers (311 miles). Audi will present an all-electric, luxury-class sport SUV in early 2018. At speeds from 80 km/h (49.7

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Audis e-tron quattro EV: evolutionary powertrain with a dash of revolution for production in 2018; MLB evo

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Audi’s e-tron quattro battery-electric SUV concept, which made its formal debut at IAA in Frankfurt ( earlier post ), is a strong indicator of Audi’s series-production electric SUV due in 2018—especially in terms of the powertrain. seconds, with an electronically governed top speed of 210 km/h (130.5 —Siegfried Pint.

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Volkswagen: e-mobility and sustainability; Part 1, the e-Golf and Golf GTE

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Although the company (both the brand and the larger Volkswagen Group) has been researching electromobility for a number of years; has previously outlined accelerating implementation of electric drive projects (e.g., earlier post ); and currently has two battery-electric passenger cars on the market (e-Up!

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BMW i5 electric wagon is a beauty, but it’s not US-bound

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BMW is launching a wagon version of the all-electric i5—but it’s not coming to the U.S. market, confirmed BMW of North America spokesperson Jay Hanson to Green Car Reports. market, confirmed BMW of North America spokesperson Jay Hanson to Green Car Reports. The electric wagon boasts 20.1

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Review: 2024 Chevy Equinox EV delivers 300 miles for under $40k

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The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is one of this year’s most important new electric vehicles. 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Equinox EV is “normal” for mass market Crucially, the electric Equinox has few of the peculiarities that can make EVs seem foreign to first-time shoppers. That segment is the largest single piece of the U.S.

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Toyota introduces 7th generation Camry for 2012 with improved fuel economy and performance across all models; ~39% jump in EPA city cycle fuel economy for the hybrid

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The 2012 Camry again offers three powertrain choices, all of which have been enhanced for 2012 to provide better fuel economy and more responsive performance: a revised 2.5L, 4-cylinder gasoline engine; an enhanced 3.5-liter However, Toyota reports reduced electrical losses in the new Camry inverter as well, compared to the first generation.