Toyota Extreme Vehicle Dynamic Testing Research TRI
Toyota Extreme Vehicle Dynamic Testing Research TRI
In the course of extensive comparative measurements in the wind tunnel, it was determined that the BRABUS exterior components improve the cW value by an enormous 7.2 percent! The reduced cW value reduces driving resistance, which has a positive effect on range, which increases by 7.0 percent on average at speeds between 100 and 140 km/h due to the optimized wind slip. In addition, the BRABUS body conversion, whose parts are produced in visible carbon, gives the four-door a decidedly sporty look and the BRABUS 1-second-wow effect. A decisive part in the even more exciting appearance of the electrically powered luxury sedan is played by the customized BRABUS monoblock alloy wheels, which are offered in various designs with diameters of up to 22 inches. As with all Mercedes-Benz vehicles, there are also numerous individual refinement options for the interior of the EQS, including the particularly exclusive BRABUS fine leather interior.
Toyota Extreme Vehicle Dynamic Testing Research TRI
The newest generation of the Astra hatchback is already rolling off the assembly line in Rüsselsheim. Now Opel is following up with the estate model variant, the all-new Astra Sports Tourer, available in Germany for prices starting at €27,750 (RRP incl. VAT). The newcomer will be available with two levels of plug-in hybrid electric drive, making it the German carmaker’s first electrified estate. The new Astra Sports Tourer also continues Opel’s successful tradition of compact estates, which began around 60 years ago with the Kadett Caravan, the first such car in this class from a German brand. In addition to electric drive, the new Astra Sports Tourer will be available with highly efficient petrol and diesel engines. Power ranges from 81 kW (110 hp) to 96 kW (130 hp) with the petrol and diesel variants and currently up to 133 kW (180 hp) and later up to 165 kW (225 hp) system output with the electric plug-in hybrid variants. In addition, the Astra Sports Tourer continues Opel’s electrification offensive; a battery-electric variant will complete the powertrain line-up in 2023.
The Qashqai, which is regarded as a pioneer in the crossover segment, is once again setting standards: the compact bestseller is the first Nissan model in Europe to feature the unique e-POWER drive. The system, which was developed independently by the company, offers the advantages of purely electric driving without having to worry about range and long charging times. In contrast to conventional hybrid vehicles, the electric motor, which responds immediately and linearly, always drives the wheels. The energy is supplied by a battery, which a small combustion engine charges while driving.
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