DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D AILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane EVOLUTION OF AUDI'S ELECTRIC FLAGSHIP Source: Audi Audi is relaunching its luxurious electric flagship - the e-Tron SUV and Sportback models with significant upgrades Both the 2024 Q8 e-Tron and Q8 Sportback offer 30% more range and faster charging time than the predecessors More aerodynamic design by reducing the air hitting the front of the car thru self-closing grill flaps that cuts drag by 6% Denser 114 kWh lithium-ion battery - plus Powertrain with front & rear electric asynchronous motors AWD, 402hp & 400 lb-ft of torque Seating - 5 Top speed - 124 mph Range - 300 miles Q8 Sportback & 285 miles Q8 e-Tron Pricing: available in Premium, Premium Plus & Prestige trims with base price of $75,595 on Q8 e-Tron SUV & Sportback at $95,900