New 2019 Audi E-tron Sportback
This is our first candid look at the new Audi e-Tron Sportback. The new coupe-inspired all-electric SUV looks to expand into the BMW X4 and Mercedes GLC Coupe鈥檚 market, offering a zero-emissions alternative. Audi鈥檚 new e-Tron Sportback will sit on the same underpinnings as the standard e-Tron, which uses an adapted version of the Volkswagen Group鈥檚 MLB platform. The same battery pack and charging system will also feature, following the e-Tron鈥檚 brief as a long-range all-electric car. We鈥檙e expecting the same range of at least 248 miles on the WLTP cycle, as well as a sophisticated energy recuperation system and support for 150kW fast-charging. However, given the slightly more aerodynamic rear end, the e-tron Sportback could boast a little extra range. Inside, the e-Tron Sportback will receive the same setup as the conventional e-Tron SUV with twin touchscreen controls and Audi鈥檚 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster as standard. Optional extras will include wing-mounted cameras in place of conventional rear-view mirrors and kerb cameras. Practicality will take a hit over the standard e-Tron, with the Sportback鈥檚 sloping roofline encroaching on rear passenger and boot-space. The 600-litre boot capacity will probably lose around 70-litres or so, but the handy 60-litres of load space under the bonnet will be retained. We鈥檙e expecting the new e-Tron Sportback to make its debut very soon, though an appearance at the Geneva Motor Show next week would be a surprise. Like the conventional e-Tron, we anticipate that just one trim level for the Sportback will be offered in the UK from its likely launch in 2020, with an S Line and Vorsprung edition to follow later.
The image above shows a 2019 Porsche Cayenne automobile on display at the Pittsburgh International Auto Show last month. A Porsche 718 Boxster is seen in the above file photo. The image above shows a Porsche 718 Cayman GTS on display at the Chicago Auto Show last month. Porsche wasn't the only luxury German automaker whose cargo was on board the doomed vessel. Audi also had a number of its makes and models on board. An Audi RS5 is seen in the above stock image. The Audi A5 was also on board the doomed vessel. The above stock image shows an Audi Q7. The Audi A3 (seen in the above stock image) was also on board the Grande America. Share Lieutenant Commander Dave Tetchner, from HMS Argyll, said: 鈥業t was pretty awful for them - they鈥檇 had to fight a fire in dreadful seas. 鈥楨very one of them suffered smoke inhalation. Then they faced the prospect of abandoning ship and then their lifeboat failed. It was pretty awful all round and they were shocked. 鈥榊ou see container ships like this every day when you鈥檙e sailing around the world. The 27 sailors rescued were then taken to the French port of Brest and while there were no life-threatening injuries, some required hospital treatment. The frigate had been returning to Plymouth after nine months in the Asia-Pacific region working with allies overseas. Defense Secretary Gavin Williamson said: 鈥楬MS Argyll鈥檚 swift and selfless response to very dangerous situation in difficult conditions undoubtedly saved 27 lives. I commend her crew. Clean up efforts are underway after 2,200 tons of heavy fuel seeped into the ocean. Grimaldi Lines, the Italian company which operates the vessel, said that the ship carried 365 containers - 45 of which had 鈥榟azardous materials,鈥?according to the BBC. These materials included 10 tons of hydrochloric acid and 70 tons of sulphuric acid.
Tesla鈥檚 Mobile Service and Service Centers are now performing on-site and in-house collision repairs to include paint scuffs, scratches, minor dents, and bolt-on replacements such as bumpers, fenders, doors, and side mirrors. Moving to expand repairs done directly by Tesla ensures quality work, quick service, and transparent pricing for owners of its all-electric vehicles. These latest options can be scheduled using the Tesla app via the 鈥淐ollision Repair鈥?option under the Service menu. The addition of collision repair service comes as part of Tesla鈥檚 promise to expand its repair service capabilities in response to long wait times and quality frustrations reported over the last year. Rapidly expanding fleet numbers have contributed to shortages in parts distribution and technician availability, according to the company鈥檚 Q4 Update Letter. In a further effort to reduce service delays, Tesla recently revised its official servicing recommendations to eliminate the annual maintenance checklist in favor of an 鈥渁s-needed鈥?basis for appointments.
Instead, owners will only need to bring their Model S, Model 3, and Model X cars in for service when there鈥檚 a service need on a specific component at a specific interval. This change enables vehicles to stay on roads for longer periods of time and increases service time availability for other repairs. Tesla also hinted earlier this month that its Mobile Service would be expanding to include other Tesla cars besides the first-generation Model S vehicles being used now. Specifically, a Mobile Service Model X may be outfitted and deployed for bigger repair and maintenance jobs. Now that collision repair has been added as a Mobile Service option, this fleet expansion makes even more sense for increasing the efficiency of on-site repair while staying committed to Tesla鈥檚 all-electric vision. The company currently utilizes gas-powered service vans for larger, more complex repairs, and the Model X could help retire that particular fleet. 鈥淲e are excited to announce that Tesla Service is now performing collision repair at our Service Centers and through Mobile Service. Having your vehicle repaired by Tesla ensures quality work, quick service and transparent pricing.
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