Tag: VW

Audi recalls 1.2 mn cars and SUVs worldwide

The recall covers the 2013 to 2016 A4, the 2013 to 2017 A5, the 2012 to 2015 A6, and the Q5 SUV from 2013 to 2017. All have 2-Liter turbocharged engines. DETROIT: Audi is recalling about 1.2 million cars and SUVs worldwide because the electric coolant pumps can overeat and possibly cause a fire. The… Continue reading Audi recalls 1.2 mn cars and SUVs worldwide

Ultra-high voltage: The Audi e-tron prototype in a Faraday cage

The production version of the Audi e-tron prototype heralds the dawn of a new era for the brand with the four rings: The company is transforming from a classic carmaker to a systems supplier for mobility offering its customers tailored solutions for charging, whether at home or on the move. The production version of the… Continue reading Ultra-high voltage: The Audi e-tron prototype in a Faraday cage

Electrify America’s First 350 kW Ultra-Fast Charger Opens Tomorrow

1 H BY MARK KANE Electrify America announced a set of partners for installations of ultra-fast DC fast chargers at more than 100 major retail, convenience and refueling locations in the U.S. Electrify America fast charging station The latest announcement comes on top of the previous about DC fast chargers (also some ultra-fast) at more… Continue reading Electrify America’s First 350 kW Ultra-Fast Charger Opens Tomorrow

Former VW top manager Hatz files a constitutional complaint

For months, former Volkswagen manager Wolfgang Hatz has resisted his pre-trial detention. He was not heard enough, he complains. Now he tries the Federal Constitutional Court. Former VW top manager Wolfgang Hatz Monday, 23.04.2018 14:18 clock The former top manager Wolfgang Hatz, who has been in custody for nearly seven months because of the exhaust… Continue reading Former VW top manager Hatz files a constitutional complaint

VW CEO Thomas Ulbrich in an interview: “We are VW and know exactly what we do” – So the car maker wants to roll up the market for electric cars

WolfsburgIn the office of Thomas Ulbrich on the twelfth floor of the Wolfsburg VW-Markenhochhauses stands for some weeks a white Golf convertible in miniature, with at least children can drive. Ulbrich got the car as a farewell gift from his former colleagues. The small Golf with electric drive is also a program: Ulbrich has been… Continue reading VW CEO Thomas Ulbrich in an interview: “We are VW and know exactly what we do” – So the car maker wants to roll up the market for electric cars

Amazon now delivers packages straight to car boots

Amazon Latest in Amazon Key programme sees newer Volvos and General Motors vehicles become lockboxes for Prime members The new service is available in 37 US cities for owners of 2015 or newer Volvo or General Motors vehicles, including Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac brands. Photograph: Volvo Amazon has begun offering deliveries direct to car… Continue reading Amazon now delivers packages straight to car boots

Alibaba is bringing its smart assistant to cars from Daimler, Audi and Volvo

Alibaba is jumping behind the wheel after it announced that Daimler, Audi and Volvo will bring its voice assistant to their vehicles. The assistant — Tmall Genie — is scheduled to go into cars “in the near future.” When it does, Alibaba said it will enable drivers to check fuel levels, mileage, battery levels and engine status use… Continue reading Alibaba is bringing its smart assistant to cars from Daimler, Audi and Volvo

Press Releases – CO2 from new cars up as petrol overtakes diesel, 2017 data shows

Brussels, 24 April 2018 – The year 2017 saw two new and related trends in EU car registrations: an increase in CO2 emissions coupled with a rise in petrol sales, according to new data from the European Environment Agency (EEA) and the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). According to the figures published by the EEA… Continue reading Press Releases – CO2 from new cars up as petrol overtakes diesel, 2017 data shows

Audi confirms 397km range and intelligent charge tech for E-Tron

Audi’s electric SUV is due for launch later this year The E-tron is predicted to have a range of at least 500km (311 miles) Battery cooling happens via aluminium extrusions Charging at home or mainstream-roadside will be AC and rated at 11kW The Audi E-tron quattro concept previewed in 2015 The E-tron was shown to… Continue reading Audi confirms 397km range and intelligent charge tech for E-Tron