In a recent article on AutoCar.co.uk, Audi’s research and development boss Ulrich Hackenberg revealed further details about how the plan will be implemented. The upcoming launch of the 2015 Audi A3 Sportback e-Tron was described as a “benchmark for other plug-in hybrids” that Audi will use as it prioritizes plug-in hybrids over all other types… Continue reading Audi says EREVs are not part of the game plan
Earlier this week, Audi filed a patent for 2 engineering ideas. The simpler, and more interesting of the two, was for hinged flaps that are placed inbetween the spokes of an allow wheel. As the wheel spins faster and faster, the flaps rotate inwards to create a completely flat wheel cover. According to Audi’s patent… Continue reading Audi patents wheels with ‘active aerodynamics’
According to Autobild.de, Audi is preparing to take Tesla head on in the coming years with the planned launch of the Audi Q8 e-Tron quattro. With four wheel drive and an anticipated range as high as 430 miles, the Q8 e-Tron would compete nicely with the upcoming Tesla Model X SUV. Now, Autocar Magazine has… Continue reading Audi Q8 e-Tron to be produced in 2017, battling Tesla Model X
