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Old 08-08-2011, 02:11 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Audi's take on the VW L1

Interesting spy shots of Audi's E-tron concept getting readied for the Frankfurt Motor Show. The evolution on the electric quads are getting more interesting in their design solutions. Looks very ultra-light, but not aero-clean as in enclosed designs. Rear quarters looks awkward but the open-wheeled design has sporty intentions.

Audi City E-tron Concept caught during film shoot

And what the aftermarket might do with it.
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Old 08-08-2011, 05:53 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Really, other than the fenders, the aero looks pretty clean.
Add some full spats and it should go good.
Wonder what the chance is of this getting sold ?
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It's always intriguing a major automaker creates concepts to tickle the buying market of possible offerings. Audi has the engineering, manufacturing & marketing know-how to sell highly desired products. If there is a positive buzz, it would come to light. The concept is not too geeky or quirky and Audi's winning racing heritage & present selling momentum also helps.

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Wonder what the chance is of this getting sold ?
Well, if Harley-Davidson can sell tricycles at about $30K, I think there might be a market for this.
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Toyota have "stretched" the market for real further than Audi IMHO, the iQ is a daring design - not altogether successful in my eyes but brave.

As for trikes. Hmmm

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Nice Kammback

Maybe the aero drag of the wheels is less than what is to be gained bij not requiring a bigger body to enclose them ?

The tyres look like Michelin's early Pilot Sport series with their triangular block design, and unlike eco-tyres.

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