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That means that over the course of its lifespan, each Audi TT saves roughly 5.5 tonnes of greenhouse gases – […]","datePublished":"2014-08-20","dateModified":"2014-08-20","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/mv-image0025.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/mv-image0025.jpg","height":630,"width":577},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-audi-tt-greener-predecessor\/","about":["LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":304,"keywords":["Audi TT"],"articleBody":"The new Audi TT is set to be kinder to the environment than its predecessor, though it will not be compromising on power. In fact, it offers more.Compared to the last version of the Audi TT, the new car produces 11 per cent less greenhouse gas emissions, while it enjoys an increase in power output of 14 per cent.That means that over the course of its lifespan, each Audi TT saves roughly 5.5 tonnes of greenhouse gases – this includes carbon monoxide, methane, nitrous oxide and halogenated organic emissions.Board member for technical development at Audi AG Professor Dr Ulrich Hackenberg said: \u201cOur goal is to reduce significantly the overall emissions of each model compared with its predecessor,\u201d\u201cHowever, it\u2019s not just a matter of what comes out of the exhaust pipe. At Audi, we look at the entire product and process chain associated with mobility.\u201dAudi carefully considered the kinds of technologies that would go into the new TT. One of those was lightweight construction, as a range of materials was used to reduce the unladen weight of the vehicle. The second generation Audi TT weighed 90 kg less than its predecessor. Now the front-wheel drive 2.0 TFSI engine version car weighs only 1,230 kg, which is 50 kg lighter than the model before it.What’s more, the lightweight construction has resulted in a change in the manufacturing process. Here it has been able to bring down the amount of greenhouse gases produced by around nine per cent, or 800 kg. This represents a real benefit to customers and could see a little reduction in road tax. Audi says that the entire lifecycle assessment of the car is better than the previous version.Audi plans to spend more time and money on creating new products and more sustainable technologies, with plans to invest \u20ac22 billion (\u00a317.5 billion) between now and 2018."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"New Audi TT is greener than predecessor","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-audi-tt-greener-predecessor\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]