Audi R8 e-tron is in a small series

According to reports, it is due in November, a small series of R8 e-tron type of Audi. It is not clear yet whether the electric car can only be leased or offered for sale. New details on the electric R8 first shadow cast on a really interesting vehicle ...



Audi built in such way, according to the new e-tron fiberglass coil springs for the first time in the R8. Next year they will also come in different models of the Middle and Upper Class. This is already getesten diligently. The difference from normal steel springs shown in the fiberglass springs with a lower weight. Because instead of just 2.66 kilos 1.53 kilos this one, saving about 40 percent. The positive attributes, however will still remain, says Audi developer Joachim Schmitt.

The lithium-ion batteries weigh a whopping 550 kilos. The fact remains that the electronically powered Audi R8 e-tron as a whole only on an empty weight of 1,695 kilograms,. Lightweight design is very trendy, even at Audi. Two electric motors drive the R8 e-tron, and bring him in 4.8 seconds from 0 - 100 km / h In favor of a longer range is 200 km / h Closing.


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Pininfarina Cambiano: is that the electrical luxury coupe in series?

The Pininfarina-Cambiano study revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in the form of a sleek coupe with sedan with a simple but interesting lines. The real highlight, however, represent the four electric motors, which are each equipped with 81 HP and were combined with a range extender. There are rumors now that the Cambiano will come in small batches on the market.

In the short term, the aggregates reach even a peak power of 204 hp, from which the entire yield up to 816 hp. If you use only the emission-free electric driving, one should come with the Cambiano far as 205 kilometers. 800 km to be achieved by supporting a range extender as well as the Opel Ampera and the Fisker Karma is used. In just 4.2 seconds, it will sprint from 0 to 100 and leave only at 275 km / h to rest, the speedometer needle. The CO2 emissions are given by the Italians with 45 g / km.

In Geneva, Pininfarina CEO Pietro Angori also spoke about the fact that you would just assess the potential for companies and private buyers to test how far the interest in a low-emission luxury car like the Cambiano enough. If you were to produce a small series of ten pieces, the Cambiano would cost about one million euros. With a circulation of 70 or 75 copies, one could expect about 400,000 euros, Angori. He expects a lead time of 24 to 30 months.


If the Italians with the Pininfarina Cambiano go into production, however, one would revert to a conventional diesel engine as the range extender.




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