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Volkswagen EV prototype sets efficiency records on test drive

Volkswagen has unveiled the Mission Efficiency, an electric vehicle prototype that claims to be the most aerodynamic road-approved car, with a drag coefficient of 0.158. During a test drive from Wolfsburg to Vienna, the car reportedly covered 1,278 km on a single charge, consuming 7.51 kWh per 100 km, and arrived with over 160 km of range remaining. The prototype uses production-ready components from the ID. Polo.

Why it mattersAutomakers are seeking ways to improve EV efficiency to attract customers. Record-breaking efficiency could influence future electric vehicle designs and battery requirements.

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