The new A3 allstreet 40 TFSI is Audi’s plug-in hybrid with off-road capabilities, intended for those who want adventure and fun.
The car is powered by a 1.5-L TFSI evo2 engine with 150 hp (110 kW) and 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) of torque combined with an electric motor with 115 hp (84 kW) and 243 lb-ft (330 Nm) of torque. moment. This is enough for the A3 allstreet 40 TFSI to reach a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph), or 140 km/h (87 mph) in electric driving mode.
It is equipped with a 19.7 kWh battery that enables a range of up to 140 kilometers with a single charge, using only the electric motor. Thanks to the 50 kW fast charging, the battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in half an hour, and if a conventional 11 kW AC charger is used, the battery is fully charged in two and a half hours.
The Audi A3 allstreet 40 TFSI has a 30 mm bigger ground clearance compared to the A3 Sportback, and is equipped with a specially tuned suspension with progressive control with a variable transmission ratio, depending on the steering angle, large intakes on the sides of the front part, plastic linings, and 17- inch rims.
When it comes to price, the Audi A3 allstreet 40 TFSI starts at 46,000 euros in Germany.
American luxury electric vehicle company Karma Automotive, owned by Chinese conglomerate Wanxiang Group, revealed its new car, Karma Invictus. It is a variant of the Revero sedan, and only 30 units will be produced.
At first glance, the Karma Invictus resembles the Fisker Karma that was produced between 2011-2012. year. Equipped with carbon fiber components such as the hood, front fenders with vents, roof, front fascia, side skirts, rear spoiler, diffuser, and trunk lid. The suspension was improved, and Ohlins shock absorbers and Swift springs were installed.
The interior of the Invictus is a little more modest compared to the interior of the Revero model. Heated and cooled front seats with an art deco pattern inspired by the Chrysler Building in New York, “Karma Invictus” embroidered on the headrests, art deco pattern on the door panels and center console, and anodized aluminum sill plates are just some of the details that adorn the interior of the car.
When it comes to the powertrain, the Invictus is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-L engine paired with two electric motors totaling 543 hp (399 kW) and 549 lb-ft (745 Nm) of torque. That’s enough for the sedan to reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in less than 4 seconds. It is equipped with a 28 kWh battery that enables an electric range of 129 kilometers. It is mounted on 21-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.
The Ferrari F80 is a new supercar from the Maranello-based company that will be produced from the end of 2025 to 2027, and the price of each of the 799 examples is 3.6 million euros.
The F80 was created at the Ferrari Styling Center in Maranello and features retro headlights inspired by the Daytona model, rear wheel arches reminiscent of the F40, an asymmetric monocoque chassis made of carbon fiber and composite materials, while the roof is completely carbon. It is slightly lower than the LaFerrari and has active aerodynamics that make its rear unique.
Most of the aerodynamic solutions are taken from Formula 1. At the front, there are S-Duct channels that create 450 kg of downforce only on the front axle at a speed of 250 km/h. Thanks to an active wing and a massive 180 cm diffuser, the F80 creates 590 kg of downforce back, which is more than 1,000 kg in total at a speed of 250 km/h.
Inside, it has a traditional two-seat configuration and a driver-focused cockpit, which Ferrari says is the “1+” configuration. The control panel faces the driver, and he sits in a bright red sports adjustable seat, while the passenger’s seat is fixed.
Ferrari also offers active safety equipment such as automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, automatic high beams and a traffic sign recognition system.
The powertrain has undergone the biggest change. The V12 engine is no longer an option. It was replaced by a V6 twin-turbo engine paired with three electric motors with a total power of 1,200 hp (882 kW). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 2.15 seconds with a top speed of more than 350 km/h (217 mph). Ignition and injection timing were modified and combustion chamber pressure was increased by 20 percent compared to the 296. Thanks to that, the V6 engine spins at a maximum of 9,000 rpm. The engine was mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, which was specially calibrated to handle the additional pressure. The car sits on 20″ and 21″ wheels wrapped in 285/30 R20 front and 345/30 R21 rear Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 or Pilot Sport Cup 2R tires.
There are two electric motors plus an inverter and an integrated cooling system on the front axle, while the third motor is located at the back. The two front motors enable torque distribution and can send up to 210 kW back to the front axle via regenerative braking. The rear-mounted electric motor powers the gasoline engine, recovering energy and adding torque when needed. It also provides more than 80 hp and can recover 70 kW of energy in regeneration mode. All three electric motors are connected to an 800-volt lithium-cell 2.3 kWh battery, and produce a total power of 330 hp.
The driver can choose between three modes: Hybrid, Performance and Qualify. There is no fully electric mode, but hybrid prioritizes energy recovery and battery charging, while Performance mode consumes more energy by keeping the battery at 70 percent charge. The Qualify mod unleashes the full power of the F80. There is also a new Boost Optimization technology that can be used in Performance and Qualify modes. After a test lap, Boost Optimization will recognize certain areas of the track where it can provide more power, and distribute the power in an optimal way.
The F80 has an active Multimatica suspension that ensures a stable aerodynamic platform. The CCM-R Plus brake technology, developed in cooperation with the Brembo company, is in charge of stopping. Advanced carbon brakes use longer fibers that improve mechanical strength over traditional carbon brakes by 100 percent, while improving thermal connectivity by 300 percent.
