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MARCH 6, 2018

At the Geneva Motor Show, Renault introduced EZ-GO, an electric, autonomous, shared robo-vehicle concept—both a vehicle and a service—that allows people to hail a ride either from a fixed or mobile location. EZ-GO is the first of a series of Renault concept cars focused on mobility services that will be unveiled during 2018.

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APRIL 19, 2014

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). The show car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.2

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

BMW is presenting two concept electric two-wheelers at IAA Mobility: BMW i Vision AMBY , a high-speed pedelec and BMW Motorrad Vision AMBY, combining the benefits of a motorcycle with those of a bicycle. 120 mm of suspension travel front and rear is ideal for all applications in and around town at speeds of up to 60 km/h (37 mph).

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AUGUST 19, 2017

BUZZ microbus concept into production. Volkswagen presented the concept at the Detroit Auto Show in January. Just like the concept car that was shown in Detroit, the production model will also have its batteries mounted in the vehicle floor. Volkswagen announced it will put the battery-electric I.D. Earlier post.)

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APRIL 1, 2012

BMW i8 Concept Spyder. Following on the presentation of the BMW i3 Concept and BMW i8 Concept coupé at the Frankfurt show in 2011 ( earlier post ), the BMW Group has introduced a third i Model: the BMW i8 Concept Spyder. Like the i8 coupé concept, the BMW i8 Concept Spyder with eDrive is a plug-in hybrid.

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MARCH 5, 2019

Audi unveiled the Q4 e-tron concept compact electric SUV at the Geneva Motor Show. The Audi Q4 e-tron concept gives an advance look at what will be the fifth series production electric vehicle that the manufacturer will introduce by the end of 2020. There is no mechanical connection between the axles. meters long, 1.90

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NOVEMBER 27, 2018

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Volkswagen is showcasing two electric concepts. BUZZ CARGO,in its auto show debut, is an electric panel van concept based on the MEB toolkit that offers up to 340 miles of range on the WLTP cycle. The electric Cargo e-Bike concept, in its North American debut, carries a 463 lb payload. Cargo e-Bike.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2012

BMW i3 Concept Coupé. Like the original BMW i3 Concept ( earlier post ), the three-door coupe is propelled by an electric motor developed by the BMW Group, which develops a maximum output of 125 kW/170 hp and peak torque of 250 N·m (184 lb-ft). BMW i3 Concept Coupé. BMW i3 Concept Coupé. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

At the upcoming IAA International Motor Show in Frankfurt, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) will present a modular battery concept for the efficient operation of an electric bus; an electric city bus demonstrator will illustrate the concept. This is possible because of an adaptable connection concept.

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MARCH 6, 2022

If you’ve been napping the past couple months and missed these concepts, you may have missed a glimpse of the future of electric vehicles. As with all concepts, there is no guarantee they will be built or will look much like the concept once it arrives at your local dealership. With a 0-60 mph time of 3.2 Polestar 02.

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MARCH 31, 2016

Automotive supplier Schaeffler introduced a new micro-mobility concept during the “auto motor und sport” conference. The Schaeffler concept combines the advantages of stability and weather protection with the energy consumption and space utilization of a pedelec. With the electrically-assisted drive system (up to 25 km/h / 15.5

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MARCH 27, 2018

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 Atlas Cross Sport concept uses the same 3.6-liter The Atlas Cross Sport concept uses the same 3.6-liter Powertrain.

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MARCH 23, 2016

Building on its unveiling at January’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas ( earlier post ), the Volkswagen BUDD-e electric vehicle concept is making its US auto show debut at the New York International Auto Show. The front and rear motors power all four wheels and enable a top speed of 93 mph (150 km/h). inches wide and 72.2

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AUGUST 22, 2013

BMW Concept X5 eDrive PHEV. BMW will present the Concept X5 eDrive all-wheel drive plug-in hybrid at the 2013 Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA). The concept study’s BMW eDrive system consists of a four-cylinder combustion engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor which is also the work of the BMW Group.

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OCTOBER 10, 2016

As part of the 25 th Aachen Colloquium this week in Germany, Schaeffler is unveiling the “Schaeffler High Performance 48 Volt” concept vehicle. In the demonstrator vehicle, the engine is connected to a 48V belt-driven starter generator. mph) as well as active sailing at speeds of more than 70 km/h (43.5

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NOVEMBER 9, 2024

AUDI is shaped 100-percent by the Audi DNA and embodies “Vorsprung durch Technik” in the era of electric intelligent connected vehicles. The AUDI E concept car was jointly developed by experts from both Germany and China. The AUDI E concept, itself Audi AUDI E concept for Chinese market; via Audi.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2017

Audi presented the Audi Q8 concept at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2017. Combining the spaciousness of an SUV with the lines of a coupe, the Q8 concept features a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The Audi Q8 concept uses production technologies for the drive system and suspension. lb-ft) of torque.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Audi crosslane coupé plug-in hybrid concept car. Audi introduced its crosslane coupé plug-in hybrid concept at the Paris Motor Show, saying that the vehicle provides a glimpse of the future shape of design, and automotive and drive concepts. Surface GFRP components with partial CFRP reinforcements complete the body concept.

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APRIL 26, 2013

The Twizy Renault Sport F1 concept. Renault engineers have built an “F1” concept version of the Twizy EV featuring a Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) based on the solution used by Renault-powered Formula 1 race cars. Click to enlarge. Twizy Renault Sport F1 is consequently equipped with two electric motors—i.e.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2017

Two concept cars will also be demonstrating the Audi vision for level 4 and level 5. Highly automated level 4 concept car with new technology. mph) and automatically change lane. The second Audi concept car for the IAA is heading autonomously into the future. The new concept car is designed primarily for long journeys.

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MARCH 30, 2018

The company has also focused on intelligent technologies to deliver new levels of autonomy and connectivity. This design will also support rapid manufacturing using laser welding to connect the battery cells. On the other hand, its investment in big data and IT technologies connects the company’s U.S.

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JUNE 2, 2021

Acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes 3.9 BMW i4 eDrive40 offers maximum system torque of 430 N·m (317 lb-ft) and 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.7 Model-specific torsion struts, aluminum shear panel and front axle subframe have fixed connection with the casing of the high-voltage battery.

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JULY 10, 2013

The BMW i3 accelerates from 0 to 60 mph (about 0-100 km/h) in about seven seconds; 50 – 75 mph (80 to 120 km/h) takes 4.9 Power is sent to the rear wheels through a single-speed transmission, allowing the BMW i3 to accelerate with an uninterrupted flow of power up to its top speed, which is limited to 93 mph (150 km/h).

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2011

Audi urban concept with support for wireless charging. Audi is introducing a 1+1 urban concept technology study for urban and metropolitan areas. The cabin of the Audi urban concept offers slightly offset seating for two; the roof slides back for entry, and the canopy can remain open in good weather. mph) in 16.9

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OCTOBER 1, 2011

Nissan will begin trials of its New Mobility Concept EV on public roads starting in the area around Nissan’s HQ in Yokohama, Japan. Nissan New Mobility Concept. It will have a top speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) and be able to travel 100 km (62 miles) between recharges. Integrity Exports. Click to enlarge. meters in length and 1.19

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FEBRUARY 16, 2022

With a maximum range of 150 miles (241 kilometers), a top speed of 200 mph (321 km/h) and a low noise profile to allow it to access built-up areas, Joby’s piloted aircraft is designed to make convenient, emissions-free air travel an everyday reality. Joby already has strong connections with Japan, having worked alongside Toyota since 2019.

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APRIL 18, 2017

Audi is unveiling a new battery-electric e-tron concept in Shanghai: the Audi e-tron Sportback. Before even starting out, the driver can have the Audi e-tron Sportback concept compute a drive train strategy to minimize energy consumption. With a modular design, the battery is in principle also suitable for other automobile concepts.

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APRIL 4, 2014

BMW is also using the show to present the latest version of what it sees as the logical next step towards reducing fuel consumption and emissions in the sports activity vehicle SAV segment: the plug-in hybrid BMW Concept X5 eDrive. The X3 xDrive28d will accelerate from 0 – 60 mph in just under eight seconds. BMW Concept X5 eDrive.

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JULY 11, 2011

Tests of the concepts will get under way in the first quarter of 2012. The concepts all use three-cylinder flex fuel (gasoline and E85) engines to complement the front-wheel electric drive. Technical concept I. Technical concept I: Volvo C30 with series-connected range extender. Technical concept II.

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JANUARY 11, 2016

Volkswagen is unveiling the Tiguan GTE Active Concept plug-in hybrid at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Tiguan GTE concept. The Tiguan GTE Active Concept uses a 6-speed dual-clutch (DSG) automatic transmission that was specially designed for hybrid use, with the front electric motor being housed inside the casing.

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AUGUST 24, 2018

Audi is presenting a design and technical electric concept car at Pebble Beach Automotive Week in Monterey, California— the Audi PB18 e-tron high-performance sports car. The technical concept of the PB18 e-tron has benefitted from Audi’s many years of winning the Le Mans racing series.

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APRIL 15, 2019

mph) and will often have to remain mobile for hours at a time without charging. The name of the Audi AI:ME thus already makes the connection between AI and the users themselves. An automobile like the AI:ME will drive predominantly in the speed range between 20 and 70 km/h (12.4

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JANUARY 8, 2015

Further emphasizing its push towards production-ready piloted driving, Audi is showcasing a piloted driving version of its prologue concept hybrid—unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2014—at 2015 CES. An online connection routes this data to a cloud?based Prologue piloted driving. Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 17, 2021

As Ford continues the most profound transformation in our history with electrification, connectivity and automation, advancing our collaboration with the University of Michigan will help us accelerate superior experiences for our customers while modernizing our business. New labs enabling this include: The Ronald D. and Regina C.

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JANUARY 4, 2015

Audi is staging a 550-mile (885 km) piloted drive from Silicon Valley to Las Vegas, Nevada for CES this week using the Audi A7 Sportback piloted driving concept car. The A7 piloted driving concept utilizes the latest advanced systems developed by Audi. The concept relieves the driver of driving duties from 0 to 70 mph (113 km/h).

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JANUARY 7, 2020

Uber and Hyundai Motor Company announced a new partnership to develop Uber Air Taxis for a future aerial ride share network and unveiled a new full-scale aircraft concept at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Both parties are collaborating on infrastructure concepts to support take-off and landing for this new class of vehicles.

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MARCH 7, 2017

At the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, Audi is presenting the Audi Q8 sport concept, a new performance-oriented take on the Q8 concept study introduced at the 2017 Detroit Motor Show. The drive system of the Audi Q8 sport concept is a major step towards optimizing efficiency and sustainability in large-volume series production.

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