Renault Fluence ZE 2011

Following Fluence Z.E. Concept’s unveiling at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Renault has taken the wraps off the finalized design of Renault Fluence Z.E. which is due to go on sale in Israel, Denmark and the rest of Europe from 2011.C segment's first production saloon electric vehicle, Renault Fluence Z.E. targets motorists and fleet operators who are looking for a status-enhancing vehicle that is both economical to run and respectful of the environment.Renault has unveiled the finalized designs of Fluence Z.E. and Kangoo Express Z.E., while customers wishing to be among the first to run on electrical power can pre-reserve their vehicle at www.renault-ze.com.The simple act of registration allows prospective buyers to choose their electric vehicle and benefit from priority availability as soon as it comes onto the market.

The Audi e-Tron

 

 The most exciting concept shown at the 2009 Frankfurt auto show is an electric sports car, the Audi e-tron. Although electric, the Audi e-Tron does not compare to any other vehicle in the same category in terms of power. The Audi e-Tron is equipped with four electric motors, one for each wheel, which develop 230 kW (313 hp) and 4,500 Nm (3,319.03 lb-ft) of torque. The two seater Audi e-Tron is able to get from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, from 60 to 120 km/h in 4.1 seconds and has a range of around 248 km. The top speed of the Audi e-Tron is limited to 200 km/h.To re-charge the Audi e-Tron from a house socket you need between 6 and 8 hours, while from a high voltage source only 2.5 hours are required.The Audi e-Tron is equipped with everything you would expect from a sportscar including lightweight ceramic brake discs and an electronic braking system.