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Audi RS6 e-tron

As internal combustion engines will become a thing of the past, the future of the Audi RS6 Avant is in question. Therefore, Audi has decided to produce a fully electric wagon that will succeed the Audi RS6 Avant, the RS6 e-tron.

The A6 e-tron concept was introduced earlier this year and is one of Audi’s most beautiful concepts to date. The RS6 e-tron is expected to share the same basic design details of this concept, but with an extended roofline and sporty accessories. The A6 e-tron concept is built on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) platform, on which the RS6 e-tron will also be based. Whether the PPE platform can accommodate more than two electric motors is not yet known.

It is certain that the RS6 e-tron will be just as powerful as the RS e-tron GT powered by two electric motors with 590 hp (434 kW) and 612 lb-ft (830 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph in 3.3 seconds, which is almost half a second faster than the RS6 Avant. It is to be expected that the RS6 e-tron will be even more powerful, but not with the 700-kilometer range that the A6 e-tron has. Thanks to the 270kWh fast charger, a 10-minute charge will provide a range of 186 miles (300 kilometers).

Source: Audi

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Porsche Taycan GTS and GTS Sport Turismo

For this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show, Porsche has prepared several new models, including the new electric Taycan in two versions, the GTS and the GTS Sport Turismo.

The Taycan GTS is equipped with a combination of colors and materials as well as recognizable black details such as side window trims, the bases of the exterior mirrors and the front apron. There is also an adaptive air suspension. It is powered by two electric motors with a total power of 598 hp (440 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque, which places it between the 4S and Turbo versions. It reaches 62 mph in 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 155 mph (250 km / h). It has a 93.4 kWh battery which, when fully charged, provides a combined electrical range (WLTP) of 424 – 504 km.

Vice President Model Line Taycan, Kevin Giek says: “The Taycan model range has grown steadily since its world premiere in 2019. Three body variants with up to five engine options offer something for everyone. I am particularly pleased that we now also have a Taycan with the legendary GTS moniker. It is positioned above the Taycan 4S and below the Taycan Turbo derivatives, so it represents a real sweet spot in the range. ”

The Taycan GTS Sport Turismo has the same design as the Cross Turismo, but without the off-road design elements. It is equipped with a panoramic roof divided into nine segments that can be switched individually with Sunshine Control. It is powered by two electric motors with 598 hp (440 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm), as well as a GTS model.

The Taycan GTS and GTS Sport Turismo will hit the market early next year. The price of the GTS model in Germany is 131,834 euros, while the GTS Sport Turismo costs 132,786 euros.

Source: Porsche

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Is Audi taking over McLaren?

According to some reports, Audi is taking over McLaren, including the F1 team. This means that Audi could enter the world of the most prestigious car competition, Formula 1.

The news was published by Autocar, and fresh capital would be a good financial injection for McLaren. If Audi did take over the British company, it would own the entire group. That wouldn’t include the McLaren Applied Technology division that was sold last August to another investor. This would give Audi access to advanced technologies and motorsport, while McLaren would solve financial problems.

In an official statement, McLaren dismissed the information, saying: “McLaren’s technology strategy has always included talks and collaborations with relevant partners and suppliers, including other car manufacturers. But there is no change in the ownership structure of the McLaren Group.”

Audi has not yet commented on this announcement.

Source: Autocar

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