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EV, News

Audi Grandsphere Concept

Following the Audi Skysphere concept sports model unveiled in August, a new Audi Grandsphere concept model arrives from Ingolstadt. Audi’s second concept electric model will be seen in public for the first time at the upcoming Munich Motor Show.

The unique front grille, slim headlights, short hood and large openings in the front of the fenders are just some of the features of the Grandsphere concept. Thin light elements are visible at the rear of the vehicle, while the electric charging opening is located behind the right door.

The interior of this elegant four-door sedan is made for the future. The best materials were used in the cabin, such as aluminum, wood, glass. The front seats are automatically adjusted depending on the mode drive, and an infotainment system is projected on the dashboard. The car is equipped with an autonomous driving mode, and level 4 provides a complete driving experience without a driver.

This elegant sedan is based on the new PPE platform also used on the A6 E-Tron. It is powered by two electric motors located on each axle. With 710 hp (530 kW) and 708 lb-ft (960 Nm) of torque, this car of the future reaches 62 mph in just over 4 seconds. The electric motors are powered by a 120 kWh battery, which when fully charged allows a range of 466 miles (750 kilometers). Thanks to the fast 270 kilowatt charger, 80 percent of the battery can be charged in 25 minutes. The 10-minute charge gives the car a range of 186 miles (300 kilometers).

Source: Audi

EV, News

Tesla Roadster: A New Delay And Arrival In 2023

When Elon Musk introduced the new Tesla Roadster at the end of 2017, the plan was to start production in 2020. However, this did not happen due to problems caused by the global pandemic.

Meanwhile, due to supply chain shortage, the start of production has been postponed to 2023. On his twitter profile, Elon Musk said:

“2021 has been the year of super crazy supply chain shortages, so it wouldn’t matter if we had 17 new products, as none would ship.
Assuming 2022 is not mega drama, new Roadster should ship in 2023. “

The Tesla Roadster was presented as the quickest car in the world reaching 62 mph in about 2 seconds with a top speed of more than 250 mph (+400 km / h). It is powered by two electric motors mounted on the front and rear axles with all-wheel drive. The Roadster is the car with the longest range of 620 miles (998 kilometers).

The Roadster is not the only Tesla model whose production is delayed. The same situation happens with the Cybertruck model, which should be Tesla’s best-selling vehicle. The primary reason for this is the price of the vehicle which is $ 39,900.

Source: Elon Musk via twitter

Hybrid, News

KIA Sportage made only for the European market

South Korean car manufacturer KIA has introduced the fifth generation of the Sportage model. It is a model made only for the European market, which has not happened in the last 28 years.

The new generation Sportage was developed on the Hyundai Motor Group platform. The platform was used to develop the already presented model for the South Korean and American markets, with a larger wheelbase of 108.4 inches (2,755 mm).

The European model comes with a smaller wheelbase of 105.51 inches (2,680 mm) and will be offered in two hybrid versions (hybrid and plug-in hybrid) as well as petrol and diesel versions. All versions are equipped with a start-stop system as standard in cooperation with Kia’s ADAS technology. KIA will not offer an electric version due to the fact that the Sportage is similar in size to the upcoming all-electric EV6 crossover.

The new Sportage is equipped with a distinctive front grille, a radiator grille with a hexagonal pattern, the rear bumper has been redesigned, and the GT-Line equipment also offers a black roof as a contrast.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in black leather with white stitching and GT-Line lettering embroidered on the seat, there are also a multifunction steering wheel and carbon fiber decorations on the dashboard.

Source: KIA