Electrical final assembly of an Audi R8 e-tron battery
Audi

High-Voltage Battery Technology at Audi

AUDI AG is setting new standards in the development of high-voltage (HV) technology in research, development and testing for the lithium-ion battery. The name “Audi e-tron” is the Audi brand name for electric mobility and Audi’s aim is to offer an e-tron model in every segment by 2020.
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2012 Honda City released
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2012 Honda City released

The 2012 Honda City has a new look, new features and a sharp price of $19,990 drive-away (manual, flat paint only). The 2012 Honda City is available in two variants – the VTi and VTi-L. Both variants receive a new chrome grille along with redesigned front and rear bumpers for a more streamlined look [Read More]

Nissan Releases Simpson 50th Anniversary Edition Patrol
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Nissan Releases Simpson 50th Anniversary Edition Patrol

Nissan has released a special edition Patrol to commemorate its ground-breaking effort as the first vehicle to successfully cross Australia’s mighty Simpson Desert – the Simpson 50th Anniversary Edition Patrol. To mark the 50th anniversary of Reg Sprigg’s historic crossing of the Simpson in the G60 Patrol, Nissan is also re-enacting the momentous feat this July with a restored G60 [Read More]

MINI Roadster designed by Franca Sozzani Sketch
Mini

MINI Supports the Life Ball in Vienna for the 12th Time

Since its market launch in 2001, MINI has been a partner of the Life Ball. During this period, eleven unique vehicles have been specially designed for the event by a wide range of internationally renowned celebrities. For the 20th anniversary of the Life Ball, MINI continues its tradition of donating a vehicle that has been creatively adapted by an international celebrity, the proceeds of which go to projects combating HIV and AIDS. [Read More]

EV Fast Charging at EVS26 2012
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Global Automakers to Demo EV Fast Charging at EVS26

Global automakers from the United States and Germany will demonstrate fast-charging technology that will enable the recharging of most electrified vehicles with compatible systems in as little as 15-20 minutes. Audi, BMW, Chrysler, Daimler, Ford, General Motors, Porsche and Volkswagen have agreed to support a harmonized single-port fast charging approach – called DC-fast charging with a Combined Charging System [Read More]

ML 250 2012 MY 600
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New Mercedes-Benz M-Class AWD SUV

Mercedes Benz has launched the the third generation Mercedes-Benz M-Class. The new Mercedes Benz M Class has substantial improvements in fuel economy. The new M Class comes with permanent all-wheel drive, exceptional safety and well-balanced ride comfort as well as excellent driving dynamics both on and off the road. [Read More]

Honda Global Environment Symbol
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Honda Recycle By Extracting Rare Earth Metals

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and the Japan Metals and Chemicals Co., Ltd. have jointly announced the establishment of the world’s first process to extract rare earth metals from various used parts in Honda products. The new operation will be the first in the world to extract rare earth metals as part of a mass-production process at a recycling plant [Read More]