2009 Audi R8 e-Tron Concept
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While most automakers are promoting their electric cars as a low cost and environmentally friendly option for urban commuting, Audi and Mercedes-Benz are taking a different route and are targeting the top end of town by promoting the performance aspects of electric propulsion--instantaneous torque. Both Audi and Mercedes-Benz are racing to develop electric versions of their respective high-end sports cars, Audi with the R8 as a platform and Mercedes-Benz with the SLS AMG. Audi appears to have the lead, having already shown off a concept version of its electric sports car, the R8 e-tron...
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Audi Planning Handful Of E-Tron Models, Sets Up New Division
Virtual test drive with the 2009 Audi E-Tron electric concept will soon be available through Sony’s PlayStation Home.
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Audi Confirms E-Tron For Production By 2012
The Audi R8-based e-tron electric concept car could have running production prototypes within 24 months.
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Gallery: Audi R8 e-Tron And Spyder Live From Frankfurt
The new electric e-Tron concept has the looks to take on its stunning Spyder cousin depite lacking a V-10 powerplant.
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