Q8 (Audi)

On April 30, OLEDWorks announced that its Atala organic light emitting diode (OLED) technology is included in the exterior lighting of the upgraded Audi Q8 luxury SUV. For the first time, the model includes digital OLEDs on the right and left side of the vehicle’s rear lights. 

A total of six panels, each less than one millimeter thick, span the rear of the car. One panel occupies each of the left and right bodyside lamps, and four panels span the continuous inner tailgate lamp. Every panel contains six high-contrast segments that are individually addressable via software control. Furthermore, the proximity indication illuminates all OLED segments when another vehicle is two meters (6.6 feet) away from a stopped Q8, which increases road safety. 

Based on OLEDWorks press release 

On April 23, Audi unveiled the updated electrified Q7 and Q8 plug-in-hybrid versions with enhanced battery technology and efficient driving modes.

Both plug-in hybrids feature a three-liter six-cylinder Otto engine, an electric motor of 130 kW, and a new liquid-cooled lithium battery under the trunk floor. The 55 TFSI e quattro models generate a system output of 290 kW and 600 Nm torque, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. Whereas, for 60 TFSI e quattro models generate a system output of 360 kW and 700 Nm torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds. All variants have an electronically limited top speed of 240 km/h and an all-electric top speed of 135 km/h.

The battery design features 17 cells of 70 Ah each. Six stacks form one units, which are connected in series. This compact design without additional housing achieves a maximum capacity of 25.9 kWh and providing an all-electric range of up to 90 km in urban areas. Charging at up to 7.4 kW, the battery reaches 100% in approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes.

Standard features include high-intensity LED headlights with digital daytime running light signatures, S line exterior, and a Mode 3 charging cable. The updated SUV models will launch at the end of April 2024. Pricing starts at EUR 85,500 for Q7 55 TFSI e quattro, EUR 96,000 for 60 TFSI e quattro, EUR 92,900 for Q8 55 TFSI e quattro, and EUR 103,200 for Q8 60 TFSI e quattro.

Based on Audi press release (1/ 2)

On April 13, the Belgian Prime Minister announced that it had discussions between various government agencies and Audi management regarding the future of the Brussels plant.

The production of Audi Q8 e-tron models began in December 2022, with plans unchanged until 2027. Since 2006, Audi has heavily invested in the plant, making it a benchmark in sustainability, achieving carbon dioxide neutrality in 2018. The Belgian government has also supported the site's sustainability and production efforts.

A clear agreement has been made to collaborate on the plant's future, considering the plant's strengths and prioritizing the well-being of its thousands of employees.

Based on Belgian Prime Minister's social media updates