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3027661-360045Jacob BrownPhone: +1 703.364.7057E-mail: jacob.brown@ media. Jacob BrownPhone: +1 703.364.7057E-mail: jacob.brown@ media. 2512-368797Audi of America Communications Mark DahnckePhone: +1 703.364.7414E-mail: mark.dahncke@media. Audi of America Communications Mark DahnckePhone: +1 703.364.7414E-mail: mark.dahncke@media. Audi e-tron brings the first modern electric vehicle to ‘Fully Charged LIVE’Audi e-tron SUV towed the first modern EV more than 500 miles from Tulsa Tech in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Austin, Texas, for "Fully Charged LIVE"The all-electric Audi e-tron towed 4,000-lb. trailer, utilizing 150 kW fast-chargers along journey — replenishing 80% of battery’s charge in 30 minutesTowing team included Audi Tulsa and Oklahoma Chapter of the Electric Auto AssociationHERNDON, Va., February 13, 2020 – The Audi e-tron demonstrated how far EVs have come over the last quarter century, recently delivering the first modern EV to “Fully Charged LIVE” in Austin, Texas. The e-tron towed the trailer and payload, weighing a combined 4000 lbs., through the Oklahoma rain with comfort and efficiency.Audi Tulsa and Audi ONE, Audi of America’s Herndon-based electrification strategy team, supported the all-volunteer Oklahoma Chapter of the Electric Auto Association in bringing the EV to "Fully Charged LIVE," picking up their payload from Tulsa Tech in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and hauling it more than 500 miles to the Circuit of the Americas, where the event was hosted. Using CCS compatible fast chargers on both the Electrify America and Francis Energy charging networks, the Audi e-tron was able to replenish 80% of its battery’s capacity in just 30 minutes with high-speed 150 kW charging. With all the capabilities customers expect of a premium midsize SUV, the e-tron, when properly equipped, is rated to tow 4,000 lbs. and comes with standard quattro all-wheel drive and air suspension.“EVs have long been a community-driven technology, as evidenced by the initiative of the Oklahoma Electric Auto Association to bring this iconic vehicle to our event,” said Chelsea Sexton, U.S. presenter of the “Fully Charged LIVE.” Sexton added, “I’m grateful to the Audi teams and Tulsa Tech for their support and was excited to hop into the Audi e-tron for the journey.” “We wanted to pay tribute to the EV that started it all, with the Audi e-tron towing it on our 500-mile journey from Tulsa to Austin,” said Cody Thacker, director, Audi ONE, Audi of America. “It’s easy to go electric today, and the e-tron’s capabilities show it’s more than capable of going the distance with a heavy trailer in tow, even in cold and windy weather conditions. We’re thankful to have partners like Audi Tulsa provide support and logistics and make this road trip possible.”The Audi e-tron SUV is the first all-electric Audi vehicle offered in North America, having gone on sale last May. With up to 402 horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque in boost mode, the five-passenger Audi e-tron is capable of accelerating from 0-60 mph in a quiet 5.5 seconds. It is priced starting from an MSRP of $74,800*.“Fully Charged LIVE” is a two-day event launched by British actor, presenter and writer, Robert Llewellyn ("Junkyard Wars" and "Red Dwarf"). The Austin event featured an array of more than 100 electric vehicles, mobility experts and clean energy influencers. Its more than 3,500 attendees had the opportunity to see many of the latest vehicles and technologies in the EV and mobility space and enjoyed more than 30 presentations and panels on concerning topics like decarbonization of energy and transportation to pollution reduction. Audi e-tron trip by the numbers:Trailer with payload total weight4,000 lbs.Trip distance504 mi. one wayAverage trip temperature35° FTrip conditionsMostly rainAverage moving speed60 mphAverage efficiency with trailer1.3 mi/kWh – End –ABOUT AUDI OF AMERICAAudi of America, Inc. and its U.S. dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. AUDI AG is among the most successful luxury automotive brands, delivering about 1.845 million vehicles globally in 2019. In the U.S., Audi of America sold just over 224,000 vehicles in 2019 and launched the brand’s first fully electric vehicle, the Audi e-tron – one of four fully electric models coming to the U.S. market in the next two years. Globally, the brand aims to be CO2 neutral by 2050. Visit or media. for more information regarding Audi vehicles and business topics. ABOUT FULLY CHARGEDCreated by actor, presenter and writer, Robert Llewellyn (Red Dwarf, Scrapheap Challenge), Fully Charged has produced more than 450 YouTube episodes. As well as two weekly episodes, and a podcast, Fully Charged has inspired an award-winning exhibition in the UK and the business is exporting its LIVE format to North America in 2020 and to Northern Europe in 2021. ** While 24.36% of the Fully Charged audience own a pure electric vehicle, around 70% have yet to make the move; at the next changeover 77.44% of the total audience intend to purchase an EV. Meanwhile, 83.74% are interested in installing ‘new energy’ technologies in their home and of those considering switching energy provider, 68.91% are considering a ‘green energy’ supplier. ****Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) does not include $995 destination charge, taxes, title or additional fees. Dealer sets actual sale price.** These figures are drawn from the 7,723 respondents to the Fully Charged Survey conducted in November 2018.*** Further information on the channel can be found at FullyCharged.ShowVehicle range based on EPA estimates and testing procedures. Actual range will vary based on driving conditions. For more information, visit e-tron is rated to tow up to 4,000 lbs. with available towing package. Do not exceed factory recommendation. Vehicle towed was a 1996 GM EV1, sans battery, weighing approximately 1,600 lbs., plus trailer weight. See owner’s manual for additional details. ................
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