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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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Hydrogen is a versatile energy source that has a key role to play in the energy transition process and therefore in climate protection. After all, it is one of the most efficient ways of storing and transporting renewable energies. One technology on its own will not be enough to enable climate-neutral mobility worldwide.

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New Volkswagen Golf GTI, GTD and GTE; gasoline, diesel and PHEV

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As with all turbocharged diesel engines in the new Golf, the Golf GTD’s drive system is linked to two SCR catalytic converters connected in series (SCR = Selective Catalytic Reduction). The Golf GTE can be driven at speeds of up to 130 km/h (81 mph) in all-electric mode.

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New 8th-generation Audi A6 features 48V mild hybrid system as standard

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mph); the engine is restarted from standstill predictively. Up to seven drivers can store their preferred settings in individual user profiles and set up to 400 parameters. MMI navigation plus and Audi connect. The new Audi A6 offers an extensive range of connectivity solutions for safety, convenience and personalization.

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Audi introduces Q5 55 TFSI e quattro plug-in hybrid; first of new PHEVs

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mph) takes 5.3 It is made up of 104 prismatic cells and stores 14.1 For optimal temperature control, its cooling loop is connected to both the coolant loop for the climate control system and the low-temperature cooling loop into which the electric motor and power electronics are also integrated. l/100 km (98.0 – 112.0

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Audi to introduce entry-level e-tron model with smaller battery pack, less range

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lb-ft) of torque, and are capable of propelling the electric SUV from 0 to 62 mph in 7.0 These store up to 71 kWh of energy, which is delivered via a newly calibrated drivetrain and a high voltage system featuring additional optimisations for this application, and facilitate a range of up to 186 miles in the WLTP cycle.

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New Audi A8 comes with 48V mHEV standard; plug-in e-tron model with wireless charging

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The lithium-ion battery stores enough power for about 50 kilometers (31.1 The 48-volt system is fed by a belt alternator starter (BAS) connected to the engine’s crankshaft by the belt drive. mph) takes 4.9 The lithium-ion battery beneath the luggage compartment floor stores 14.1 lb-ft) of system torque. through 99.4

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Porsche introducing first plug-in hybrid with second generation of the Panamera

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Electricity is stored in a newly developed lithium-ion battery, which at 9.4 Via the integrated on-board charging componentry and the standard Porsche Universal Charger (AC), the battery can reach full charge within approximately two and a half hours when connected to a 240V power source.

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