An auto show is an event of unveiling new concept cars by car manufacturers to showcase and test the designs for future car models. Volkswagen unveiled the E-Bugster concept at the Detroit Auto Show and this concept seems to hint at the future design of the Volkswagen Beetle. However, the Volkswagen E-Bugster concept is a two-seat speedster powered by a lithium-ion battery with a driving range of 180km with zero emissions.
Detroit Auto Show 2012 – Volkswagen shows commitment to hybrid and electric mobility
World premieres of the Jetta Hybrid and the E-Bugster concept car
“Volkswagen not only stands for emotion and driving fun, but also for sustainable and responsible mobility.”
Wolfsburg / Detroit, 09 January 2012 - Volkswagen is kicking off the year 2012 with two world premieres, both of which showcase innovative design and technological progress: the new Jetta Hybrid is powered by a high-tech petrol engine and a zero emissions electric motor. And the E-Bugster concept demonstrates that the sportiness of the Beetle can also be realized with an electric drive.
"The new Jetta Hybrid and the E-Bugster are showing once again that Volkswagen not only stands for emotion and driving fun, but also for sustainable and responsible mobility," explains Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, Head of Development for the Volkswagen brand.