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Hyundai Motor, Audi and BYD are redirecting their strategic focus on electric sedans to achieve balanced sales growth with their SUV lineups. The three carmakers recently introduced flagship all-electric models in Korea, hoping to capture local demand for quality sedans. Last month, Hyundai Motor unveiled the freshly redesigned IONIQ 6 electric vehicle (EV) for the Korean market. The upgraded model came in almost three years after the vehicle debuted in September 2022. The IONIQ 6 is one of the carmaker’s flagship EV models, along with the IONIQ 5 compact SUV. The new IONIQ 6 has clear upsides compared with other electric sedans, as the vehicle is capable of traveling up to 562 kilometers on a single charge — the highest among EVs available in Korea. Given local customers’ strong preference for longer-range EVs, the vehicle holds a strong competitive edge in the non-premium EV sedan market. The vehicle is available for less than 50 million won ($35,700), making it an outstanding

The Audi A6 E-Tron and Q6 E-Tron can act as massive gaming consoles on wheels, even while driving.

Audi Korea is on a path to reclaim its old glory with solid sales of its electric vehicle (EV) lineups, marking a surprising turnaround after the luxury carmaker suffered years of sluggish performance in the market. According to data from the Korea Automobile Importers & Distributors Association (KAIDA), Audi Korea’s total auto sales soared by 36.27 percent to 4,910 vehicles in the first half of this year. Two strategic models — the Q4 e-tron electric SUV and the A6 sedan — led the sales rebound. The Q4 e-tron in particular topped Audi Korea's lineup, with 1,178 sold during the same period. Audi Korea is moving to introduce more EV models to solidify its position and regain its luster here. The carmaker began sales of the Q6 e-tron EV in March to boost its overall sales growth. The vehicle has yet to match the popularity of the Q4 e-tron, but it serves as additional profit driver, recording 218 vehicles sold between March and June. The carmaker is also ready to start sales of its A6

A concept at the Munich auto show will preview a "highly emotional" sports car that will go on sale in two years.

It’s not the TT or R8, but Audi is promising its new EV will be “something in between” the two icons. Here’s what we know about the upcoming electric sports car. more…

The new electric Audi sports car will be shown in concept form at the Munich auto show, ahead of a production launch two years from now.

The Q4 E-Tron and Q6 E-Tron helped Audi boost its EV sales numbers by over 30%. Can it keep this momentum going?

We also test out the more powerful S6 Sportback.

Will the A6 and S6 E-Tron be enough to convince American consumers to go electric even without tax incentives? Audi hopes so, and so do I.

Audi CEO Gernot Döllner reportedly said there's no deadline for an all-EV lineup and ICE development will continue to maintain 'flexibility.'

While Audi's compact electric SUV may not excite, it has plenty of appeal for luxury buyers who value their time.

Audi is going back on a decision to end the development and sale of internal combustion-powered vehicles in 2033.

Audi’s new entry-level plug-in hybrid crossover has a battery with nearly double the capacity compared to its predecessor.

Audi is looking to dodge new US tariffs by manufacturing its electric vehicles on American soil. more…

The new combustion A6 was revealed just over a month ago, and it's already getting a variant with a 25.9 kWh battery.

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The electric motor is sandwiched between the gas engine and the transmission, so you get a seven-speed EV (sometimes).

It's unclear if the A5 e-hybrid, which produces up to 362 horsepower from its four-cylinder engine and electric motor, is headed stateside.

We already know that BMW closed off 2024 with a banner year for its electrified “i” models – but it took a while for the larger picture to become clear. Not only is BMW succeeding with EVs, the Bavarians are outselling their two closest competitors combined. (!) more…

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"Audi should have a sports car, for sure,” CEO Gerald Döllner said. And a new concept due out this year could show where Audi is going.

The Audi A6 Avant E-Tron is the first of the company’s cars to support Car Key – and a shared platform means we can also be confident it’s coming soon to some Porsche EVs. Audi hasn’t yet formally announced Car Key support for its latest station wagon, but it was discovered in the Audi app during a review of the car … more…

BMW saw “a significant increase” in global electric vehicle deliveries last year.

The potential third-gen R8 could debut in 2027

The sportier S6 e-tron has a shorter EPA-estimated range (324 vs. 392 miles) but packs 543 hp and starts at $79,995.

The Volkswagen ID.4 and Audi Q4 E-Tron are affected.

Volkswagen and Audi are recalling 60,490 electric vehicles because of a potential software issue that could prevent shift-lever indicators on instrument panels. The recall includes 2021-2023 VW ID.4 and 2022-2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron and Q4 E-Tron Sportback electric crossovers, which share the VW Group's MEB platform. These vehicles left the factory...

Safety isn’t just about size—Euro NCAP’s latest crash tests prove it. Both the compact MINI Cooper Electric and the executive Audi A6 e-tron have achieved top-tier five-star ratings, setting new..

The recall affects about 60K examples of the EV SUVs, which may not correctly show when they're in neutral.

The Volkswagen ID.4, Audi Q4 E-Tron and Q4 E-Tron Sportback are affected.

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The Audi Q6 E-Tron is a big deal. We take a tour and break down its technology, infotainment and driving experience.

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Damage to the batteries' separator could lead to shorts and/or fires Recall campaigns from Stellantis, Ford, and Audi allow replacement of battery packs New paperwork filed by battery supplier Samsung SDI says the issue remains under investigation Plug-in hybrids from multiple automakers have been recalled due a potential issue with vehicles'...

Damage to the batteries' separator could lead to shorts and/or fires Recall campaigns from Stellantis, Ford, and Audi allow replacement of battery packs New paperwork filed by battery supplier Samsung SDI says the issue remains under investigation Plug-in hybrids from multiple automakers have been recalled due a potential issue with vehicles'...

Audi upends its naming scheme (again), and Porsche plans more engines.

Audi is backtracking just two years after introducing a new naming strategy that saw even numbers applied to EVs and odd numbers to gas cars.

Audi announced Monday that it will upend a naming scheme announced last year and have internal-combustion and electric vehicles share nameplates. In an effort to fit more electric models into its traditional alphanumeric format, Audi previously said it would assign odd-numbered designations to combustion models like the A5 and Q5, and reserve even...

Audi introduced a new naming strategy in 2023 to better differentiate between models equipped with internal-combustion engines and those powered purely by batteries. Under the strategy, models with gas or diesel engines, including hybrids, were to use an odd number in their names, while EVs would use an even number. However, on Monday, Audi...

Audi's outgoing A5 family consists of coupe, convertible, and liftback body styles, but a new A5 generation, revealed last year and due this spring or summer for the 2026 model year, only features the liftback plus a new wagon body style in most markets, while China also gets a new sedan body style. High-performance RS 5 versions of both the...

The next Porsche and Audi EVs could be made in the US. Volkswagen is considering moving Porsche and Audi EV production to the US after Trump threatened new tariffs on Europe, Mexico, Canada, and other major trade partners. Here’s how it would work. more…

Audi’s lineup is going through a bit of a revamp right now, and the most exciting Audi Sport–developed RS versions of the mid-sized A6 and A7 are going through final testing right now, both likely to bow later this year. In previous generations the RS6 and RS7 shared the same drivetrains with slightly different… Read more...

Audi has provided a first look at its rugged Q6 E-Tron Off-Road concept The concept features portal axles for increased ground clearance, along with other modifications aimed at off-roading Audi hasn't announced whether production is planned Audi took to social media on Thursday to post the first photos of a wild off-roader concept based on the Q6...

Audi is close to revealing a new generation of its A7, and once again, there will be a high-performance RS 7 variant developed by the Audi Sport division. Prototypes of the RS 7 in a new Avant wagon body style have been spotted ahead of an expected debut late this year or early next year. The new A7 lineup will still feature gas engines, some of...

Audi will launch more plug-in hybrids in the coming year, likely as a hedge against fluctuating EV sales. The automaker launched several new models in 2024, with a restructured lineup creating a sharper delineation between internal-combustion and electric vehicles. Audi will continue building out that lineup in 2025, but with plug-in hybrids...

German automaker Audi delivered around 1.7 million vehicles worldwide last year, marking a drop of about 12%. read more

Audi will launch a redesigned third-generation Q3 in 2025 The new Q3 will likely ride on Volkswagen Group's MQB Evo platform designed for gas engines Audi is looking to new models like the redesigned Q3 to help boost sales following a 12% decline in 2024 Audi has been spotted testing prototypes for a redesigned third-generation Q3 for more than a...

Tesla may have had a weaker 2024 than it had hoped for, but it was still enough to surpass its luxury rival, Audi, in global sales. The German automaker sold 1.67 million vehicles last year, and that represents a 12 percent decrease from 2023. At the same time, Tesla was able to deliver 1.79 million vehicles. Read more...

Audi's mid-sized electric SUV is now on sale in the US, and we've tested it.

A recent survey by Audi Abu Dhabi reveals a growing interest in pre-owned electric vehicles (EVs) among UAE residents, highlighting shifting preferences toward sustainable transportation. The..

Growing up, I always saw Audi’s cars, design language and overall vibe as the most modern, daring, and chic of any automaker in the U.S., but over recent years the brand seems to have lost its way a bit. One of Audi’s biggest distinguishing features nowadays are its OLED lightsthat can be programmed to display a… Read more...

The Q6 e-tron wraps new tech and updated charging hardware in a package that's easy to get used to.

The all-new Q6 closely approximates the bestselling Q5 compact luxury SUV in size, design, and price.

Audi is recalling 4,616 plug-in hybrids because of a battery issue that could lead to fires. The recall includes certain 2022 and 2023 Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid crossovers, as well as 2022 Audi A7 plug-in hybrid hatchbacks. These vehicles may have defective battery modules that could overheat, presenting a fire risk, according to the National Highway...

In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss big charging news, Tesla FSD v13, our Audi A6 first drive, an interview with Climatize’s CEO, and more. Today’s show is sponsored by Climatize – a platform that allows investors to fund solar energy, EV, and energy efficiency projects across the US while earning up to 10% annually. Be sure to use referral code EV2025 to get $25 in investment credit once you complete your onboarding process. Learn more here. more…

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Audi is in the midst of a massive model line transformation with all of its even-numbered cars becoming EVs and all of its odd-numbered cars staying gas-powered. This shift aims to make electric vehicles like the all-new Audi A6 and S6 E-Tron extremely important in its portfolio. While it might be called the A6, this… Read more...

Audi electrifies one of its longest-running nameplates to keep pace with rivals BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

Audi has launched the new 2025 RS e-tron GT and S e-tron GT to update its top-performance EV lineup with what is now the most powerful and fastest accelerating production vehicle in the brand’s history. With almost 1,000 horsepower and a 0-60 mph time of just 2.4 seconds, Audi’s electric flagship joins the electric supercar ranks, where efficiency meets performance. more…

The latest Sportbacks bring a dose of style to Audi's established lineup of electric SUVs

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AUDI E concept shows off Audi's new design approach for Chinese-market EVs Striking new look, 435-mile range, 745bhp and not a single four-ring badge. Welcome to Audi's Chinese EV brand: AUDI Audi has launched a new electric vehicle (EV) sub-brand for China, called simply 'AUDI', as part of an expanded joint venture operation with long-time partner Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC). The new brand, which targets younger, tech-oriented Chinese EV buyers, was revealed with the new AUDI E concept, an electric estate that is planned to go into production in 2025 as the first of three new AUDI models, including a saloon and SUV set for introduction in China in 2026 and 2027 respectively. The expansion of the

Audi is embarking on an overhaul in China through a joint venture with SAIC, with the E concept previewing a new lineup of electric vehicles tailored to China.

Audi launches AUDI EV brand in China AUDI EVs developed in partnership with China's SAIC First AUDI EV due in mid-2025 Audi on Thursday launched the standalone brand AUDI (all caps, and minus the four-ring logo) in China to deliver electric vehicles tailored specifically for that market. To mark the launch of the AUDI brand and provide a taste of...

Audi Middle East is also collaborating with Siemens, Desert Technologies, and the UAE Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure to expand the regional charging network The post Audi ME, CAFU to enhance EV charging accessibility for customers appeared first on Gulf Business.

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Audi is expanding the line-up of its upcoming A6 electric sedan by introducing new entry-level versions. more…

Audi commemorated the 25th anniversary of its cult-classic A2 hatchback by converting one into an EV. The Audi A2 E-Tron is a one-off project undertaken by apprentices. It's not the first such project; Audi apprentices previously converted an NSU Prinz 4 from one of the automaker's predecessor brands into a speedy EV concept to mark 150 years of...

Redesigned 2025 Audi S5 replaces both Audi S4 sedan and S5 Sportback S5 gets sharper handling S5 interior offers up to three screens On the tight roads of the Provence Alps region of southern France, there are Citroens to the left of me, rock walls to the right, and I’m stuck in the middle in the 2025 Audi S5. There are worse places to be...

There are good reasons why the Audi A2s is an appealing candidate for an electric conversion.

Seminal 1990s supermini celebrates its 25th anniversary with a one-off electro-mod conversion Audi has reinvented the cult-classic A2 hatchback with electric power and a futuristic new look to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The one-off Audi A2 E-tron is the latest creation to emerge from Audi’s apprenticeship programme, which in recent years has given us the outlandish RS6 GTO concept and a 240bhp, race-inspired reworking of the NSU Prinz. Technical details of the electric A2 are thin on the ground, but the innovative MPV-cum-supermini has been subtly redesigned with influence from Audi’s current EVs. The headlights, for example, have been swapped for more modern, slimline LED strips,  and the badges at each end are now illuminated

With more battery capacity over the older model, the A3 Sportback PHEV is now one of the longest-range PHEVs available today.

Facelifted A3 PHEV gets almost double the battery capacity, fast charging and a bespoke chassis tune The new Audi A3 Sportback plug-in hybrid has been revealed with a huge electric-only range of 88 miles. With battery capacity boosted from 13kWh in the previous A3 PHEV to 19.7kWh (usable), the new A3 Sportback 40 TFSe has one of the longest ranges of any plug-in hybrids on the market. The battery can also now be fast-charged at speeds of up to 50kW; and powers a new gearbox-integrated 114bhp electric motor, which can power the car on its own at speeds of up to 87mph. In total, the electrified drivetrain, based around a 1.5-litre petrol four-pot and shared with the Volkswagen Golf eHybrid, delivers 201bhp to the

Audi is set to enhance its electric vehicle lineup with the Q6 Sportback e-tron, designed to attract customers with its stylish body and sporty performance. This SUV combines the powerful aesthetics..

Audi has revealed the new Q6 Sportback E-Tron The coupe-like version of Audi's electric crossover starts sales next spring or summer Pricing information will be announced closer to the market launch The 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron electric compact crossover is due in U.S. showrooms later this year, and will be joined next year by a more dynamically styled...

The 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron is a more rakish take on the automaker's electric SUV Audi said the Q6 Sportback E-Tron will have about 300 miles of range The 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron will arrive in the U.S. in 2025 In keeping with the pattern set with its other electric SUVs, Audi on Sunday night unveiled a sleeker, coupe-like version of...

We get behind the wheel of Audi’s all-electric SUV in Germany to see how Audi’s Vorsprung durch Technik ethos is shaping its electric future If you’re looking to head off on a journey of discovery to explore how Audi e-tron is changing the game for electric design, then Ingolstadt is the perfect place from which to start – and the Audi Q6 e-tron is the perfect all-electric car in which to do it. After all, the scenic city of Ingolstadt, located in the heart of Bavaria, has been Audi’s HQ since 1969, and the backdrop for many of its iconic moments of ‘Vorsprung durch Technik’ progress through technology. Now, for the first time, the Ingolstadt facility is responsible for manufacturing an all-electric Audi: the new Audi Q6 e-tron. Equally, the

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss our first drives in Tesla FSD v12.5, a new Tesla prototype, 2025 Chevy Blazer EV and Audi Q6, and more. more…

Firefighters were able to lower the EV from the lift and push it outside so the flames could be fully extinguished.

Thousands of people demonstrated in Brussels on Monday in solidarity with the workers of a nearby Audi factory making electric vehicles that the German carmaker is considering shutting down amid slumping in sales.

The all-terrain vehicle looks to be based on the Q6 e-tron Sportback and may reach production as a celebration of Audi's win at the 2024 Dakar Rally.

Statistically speaking, your electric vehicle is much less likely to catch fire than a gas-powered car, but when EVs do go up in smoke it’s a much tougher blaze for firefighters to tackle. The challenge of fighting an EV fire is much harder when the car that’s burning is inside, which led one team of firefighters to… Read more...

Audi unveiled a new electric sedan called the RS E-Tron GT Performance. With 912 horsepower, it's the brand's most powerful model.

Front bumper is different to that fitted to regular Q6 with new DRLs and lower grille Could this be a Dakar-flavoured Q6 E-tron or a mule for something altogether more radical? Audi appears to be gearing up for the launch of a hardcore electric off-roader, with a distinctive prototype having been spotted testing at a company facility in Germany. Although based on the upcoming Q6 E-tron Sportback, it's significantly taller and wider than the regular electric SUV. It appears to have a more aggressive front bumper than the Q6, with redesigned daytime running lights and larger air intakes. The wheel arches have swollen to swallow up a set of thick-walled all-terrain tyres and the roof is fitted with the same rack as the limited-run Audi Q8 E-tron

With great range, low running costs and a fast-growing UK charging network, running an all-electric car is easier than ever If you’ve been thinking about making the switch to an all-electric car but you’re worried about whether right now is the right time, you’re probably not alone. There are plenty of myths and misconceptions around electric cars – especially the topics of range anxiety, poor charging infrastructure and running costs. So, despite the fact that much of the negative press is outdated, unfounded or easily disproven, it’s natural to pick up on the vibe of the naysayers and have a few concerns. But you only need to look at how the latest wave of all-electric models are changing the conversation – and that’s particularly true of

Audi in July launched the A6 E-Tron in standard and sporty S6 E-Tron guises, but still out testing is a high-performance RS 6 E-Tron flagship. The new RS 6 E-Tron has previously been spotted testing in its Sportback hatchback body style, but our latest shots show the car in its Avant wagon body style for the first time. Both body styles should be...

A6 Performance puts out 362bhp while S6 gets 543bhp Striking estate and saloon get Q6 e-tron tech, 800V architecture and 543bhp range-topper Order books for the new Audi A6 have opened, with the executive car priced from £69,900 in saloon form and £71,700 as an estate. It is available solely as an electric car, taking the fight to the BMW i5 and Mercedes EQE with up to 543bhp and 463 miles of range. Unlike its primary rivals, which run adjacent to the combustion-engined E-Class and 5 Series, Audi has opted to transition one of its most important models to solely electric power. In turn, the outgoing petrol and diesel A6 will adopt the A7 moniker – previously reserved for Audi’s luxury four-door coupé – for a new generation that will

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