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SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

liters of diesel per 100 km (from 33.6 Meanwhile, at higher speeds—140 km/h (87 mph) and above—the air suspension automatically lowers the vehicle’s body. The new Touareg is initially being launched in Western Europe this autumn in diesel (V6 TDI and V8 TDI) and hybrid (V6 TSI plus electric motor) models.

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JULY 16, 2013

Volkswagen has introduced a new version of the Golf GTD (“Gran Turismo Diesel”) in Europe, and plans to bring it to the US market, reportedly likely for the 2016 model year. diesel delivering 184 horsepower (137 kW), 280 lb-ft (380 N·m) of torque, CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km, and a NEDC combined fuel economy figure of 56 mpg US (4.2

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MARCH 2, 2015

in hybrid drive system, and the first diesel plug-in hybrid with quattro drive in its segment. Together with the diesel engine, the car can cover a total distance of 1,410 kilometers (876.1 liters of diesel fuel per 100 kilometers (138.4 The disk-shaped electric motor provides 94 kW and 350 N·m (258 lb-ft) of torque.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

Sales of the new B-Class commenced on 12 September, with the world première taking place during the Paris Motor Show (4 to 19 October). Buyers have a wide choice of powertrains: five diesel models with fuel ranging from 3.6 B-Class diesels. Price (€) (Germany). Price (€) (Germany). Price (€) (Germany).

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FEBRUARY 21, 2013

261 mpg US), will go into limited production at the company’s Osnabrück factory in Germany. The plug-in diesel-electric hybrid, which Volkswagen will showcase at the Geneva show, can cover a distance of up to 50 km (31 miles) in all-electric mode. With a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph), the XL1 can accelerate to 100 km/h in 12.7

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JUNE 24, 2013

During a media event in Wolfsburg, Germany, Volkswagen provided a medium dive into details of its two-seater XL1 Super Efficient Vehicle diesel plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) as well as some driving time on local roads and highways. two-cylinder diesel, 20 kW electric motor and 5.5 XL1s ready to roll. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

The company’s dual-fuel Hybrid Hydrogen technology system works with an internal combustion engine to allow passenger cars and commercial vehicles to run on hydrogen, gasoline/diesel or a blend of both fuels. It made history as the first hydrogen car to complete a lap of an internationally-sanctioned motor race. Earlier post.).

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Hyundai Motor is introducing a hydrogen fuel cell concept version of its H350 light commercial van at the 2016 IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover. Propelled by a near-silent electric motor, it also produces significantly less noise than conventional vehicles. The H350 Fuel Cell Concept has a total range of 422 km (262 miles).

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MARCH 1, 2011

Volkswagen is unveiling an electric microbus concept at the Geneva Motor show. The original Microbus (called the Bulli in Germany) was introduced in 1950. The Bulli is powered by a 40 kWh Li-ion battery pack; the electric motor deliver 85 kW of power and 270 N·m (199 lb-ft) of torque.

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JULY 5, 2013

Volkswagen is running the diesel plug-in hybrid XL1 ( earlier post ) and its e-up! is powered by an electric motor that delivers a maximum output of 60 kW (80 hp). seconds and achieves a top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph). in Germany as a base model inclusive of battery is €26,900 (US$34,450). The new e-up! With its 18.7

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JULY 6, 2015

Compared to a diesel engine truck, the electric truck will save 11.8 Terberg introduced the YT202-EV yard tractor in 2014; units are operating at a number of distribution centers and inland container terminals in the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark and Switzerland. Top speed is 40 km/h (25 mph). tons of CO 2 annually.

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MARCH 4, 2020

The Touareg R can be driven at up to 140 km/h using electric power; above this speed, the turbocharged V6 gasoline engine (TSI) supplements the electric drive motor. The current Touareg product lineup offers one turbocharged gasoline engine (TSI) model and three turbocharged diesel engines (TDI).

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

Audi is presenting the new TT Roadster and the TTS Roadster at the Paris Motor Show; the introduction follows the recent introduction of the 3rd-generation TT Coupé. The new TT Roadster is being launched with two turbocharged four-cylinder engines, a TDI diesel and a TFSI. liter diesel engine meets the Euro 6 standard.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

BMW’s high-performance i5 M60 xDrive Touring is powered by dual electric motors with up to 601 hp (442 kW). With M launch control enabled, the EV’s torque lifts to 605 lb-ft (820 Nm) for a 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) sprint in 3.9 BMW is launching the i5 Touring alongside gas, diesel, and PHEV versions.

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MARCH 27, 2013

Audi recently revealed the A3 Sportback e-tron at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. TDI clean diesel. The TFSI operates in tandem with an electric motor that generates 75 kW and 330 N·m (243 lb-ft) of power. In Germany and many European countries, the four-door car will be available at dealers late this summer. Earlier post.).

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MARCH 1, 2012

The LC Super Hybrid, conceived by Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) and the Advanced Lead-Acid Battery Consortium (ALABC) to show that significant CO 2 reduction can be achieved through electric hybridization at low voltages (12-48 volts) using the latest lead-carbon batteries, will make its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show.

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MARCH 3, 2016

Audi is introducing a diesel-engined S model to its Q7 model line. liter V8 diesel delivers 320 kW (435 hp) and 900 N·m (663.8 mph) (governed). mph) (governed). Audi engineers will present a paper on the new V8 TDI at the upcoming Vienna Motor Symposium in April. The newly developed 4.0-liter

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FEBRUARY 19, 2015

At this year’s Geneva International Motor Show, Volkswagen will present an extensive technical update of the Sharan MPV, of which more than 800,000 units have been sold since its launch in 1995. mph) if a collision is imminent. For the first time, the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is also available on the Sharan.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Porsche will unveil the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid with controlled all-wheel drive and an electric range of 50 kilometers (31 miles) at the upcoming Paris Motor Show. The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid is available to order now, with prices starting at €107,553 (US$122,000) including VAT in Germany. New hybrid module and fast-shifting eight-speed PDK.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2014

At BMW’s Efficient Dynamics Innovation Days 2014 in Germany, the company provided the first opportunities for test-driving the BMW X5 eDrive plug-in hybrid (PHEV) prototype ( earlier post ). With its combined maximum output of 266 kW/362 hp, combined peak torque of 570 nm (420 lb-ft), 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration in 4.4

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Powered by a 49kW motor and a 16 kWh battery, the i10 Electric promises a driving range of 160 km (99 miles) and top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph). Europeans will also get their first chance to see two other Blue Drive vehicles, which made their world debut earlier this year at the Seoul Motor Show. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

The Cruze Diesel is identified by a discreet badge on the trunk. US buyers hunting for a non-premium diesel passenger car (i.e., Accordingly, Volkswagen of America (VoA) diesel sales to date in 2014 represent slightly north of 23% of all Volkswagen of America sales. Click to enlarge. of sales of the vehicle. Earlier post.)

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liter gasoline car due to its 100 kW/136 hp electric motor, which develops torque of 290 Nm (214 lb-ft). liters of diesel per 100 kilometers (71.3 liters diesel equivalent/100 km (74 mpg US) and a range of 450 kilometers (280 miles) in NEDC, thanks to 700 bar H 2 tanks. The B-Class F-CELL consumes the equivalent of 3.3

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JANUARY 13, 2016

Unlike the 3-motor e-tron quattro, the h-tron uses two electric motors, one on each axle, and so drives like a “conventional” electric vehicle, notes Audi Head of Electric Powertrain Siegfried Pint—i.e. The decision to go with two motors was based on the power capability of the fuel stack, Pint said. Earlier post.).

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MAY 3, 2010

At the ceremonial launching of Germany’s “National Electric Mobility Platform” (NEMP) in Berlin, Volkswagen presented the Golf blue-e-motion electric vehicle concept to German Chancellor Dr. Angela Merkel. The Golf blue-e-motion concept is powered by an 85 kW, 270 N·m (199 lb-ft) electric motor integrated in the engine compartment in front.

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JANUARY 28, 2014

The new Polo will go on sale this spring, first in Germany, then in most other European countries. Diesel engines. The system is operated with a steering gear (worm gear) that is driven by an electric motor. Diesel Driver Assistance Systems Engines Fuel Efficiency Safety' l/100 km (57.4 mpg US ) and 94 g/km CO 2.

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MAY 3, 2012

Unlike other BMW SAVs, X1s destined for the US will be built in BMW’s Leipzig, Germany plant. This combination powers the X1 sDrive28i and xDrive28i from 0-60 mph in 6.2 The latest generation of the VALVETRONIC system features a faster-acting, optimized stepper motor with integrated sensor. European diesels. Earlier post.)

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FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Kangoo Maxi ZE is an extended version of Kangoo ZE which was unveiled at last year’s Hanover Motor Show, in Germany. A 44kW, (226 N·m) synchronous electric motor with rotor coil underneath the hood is powered by a 22kWh lithium-ion battery located beneath the floor. Top speed is limited to 130 km/h (81 mph).

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FEBRUARY 1, 2022

One of Germany’s ‘big three’, Mercedes-Benz’ iconic crosshairs have now been targeted towards the EV market. kWh battery and a 190hp electric motor driving the front wheels, although all-wheel drive EQA models are also available. Max speed : 99 mph. 0-62 mph : 8.9 WLTP Range | 265 miles.

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MAY 17, 2015

While the Mercedes GLE 550e will use a 3L twin-turbo V6 and the Audi Q7 e-tron a 3L TDI diesel, the BMW X5 xDrive 40e also features a 2.0L kWh Li-ion battery pack—acceleration improves by about 9% (0-62 mph in 5.6 Both diesel and gasoline engines use a common, lightweight base engine—i.e., Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine.

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APRIL 6, 2016

The engine lineup for the new Audi A3 comprises six engines (three gasoline and three diesel units). The new entry-level diesel engine is the 1.6 In sluggish traffic up to 65 km/h (40 mph), the traffic jam assist even briefly takes over the steering on well-paved roads. TFSI engine is €23,300 (US$26,550) in Germany.

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MARCH 13, 2014

Volkswagen is organizing the e-mobility weeks to inform politicians and policy-makers; journalists; dealers; fleet managers (70% of sales in Germany are to fleets); and the general public about present and future e-technologies and e-vehicles, as well as to make the case that, as one presenter put it: “ e-mobility is at the heart of Volkswagen ”.

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

liters of diesel per 100 km (73.5 The Golf Mk7 is extremely fuel efficient, equipped as standard with the Stop/Start system and brake energy recovery mode and yet—to take Germany as an example—at a base price of €16,975 not a cent more than its predecessor’s entry level model. The diesel engines. —Prof.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2015

TDI, a highly efficient, latest-generation V6 diesel engine, delivers 190 kW (258 hp) of power and 600 N·m (442.5 TDI, a highly efficient, latest-generation V6 diesel engine, delivers 190 kW (258 hp) of power and 600 N·m (442.5 The electric motor produces 94 kW of power and 350 N·m (258.1 Click to enlarge.

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APRIL 25, 2014

A diesel hybrid-electric pilot boat is under test on the Elbe River in Germany. At the heart of the system is an electrical machine that can serve either as a motor or a generator. When the boat is being propelled by the diesel engine, the latter also supplies energy to the generator. Diesel Hybrids Ports and Marine'

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MARCH 6, 2010

Kia introduced its first all-electric plug-in concept car, based on the just-arrived B-segment Venga MPV ( earlier post ), at the Geneva Motor Show. The Venga EV concept car is identical to the regular Venga but features an electric motor producing 80 kW and maximum torque of 280 N·m (206 lb-ft). Under the normal cycle (3.3

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JULY 21, 2014

Series production of Volkswagen’s e-Golf began five months ago in March at Volkswagen’s plant in Wolfsburg, Germany. The e-Golf is currently on sale in Germany, and will be launched late this year or early next year in the US, initially in the ZEV (zero emission vehicle regulation) states (i.e.,

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