Volkswagen of America has announced that the auction of its first 2015 all-electric Volkswagen e-Golf has raised $41,400.
The proceeds will be benefitting national environmental non-profit Global Green USA and its efforts to advance smart solutions to climate change.
The winner of the auction became the first U.S. driver to own Volkswagen’s all-new, fully-electric vehicle.
Volkswagen’s commitment to e-mobility and sustainability runs deep. The e-Golf has helped raise money to benefit the efforts of Global Green USA, an organization that shares in company’s dedication to the environment, said, Michael Horn, president and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America.
As the auction winner takes home VW’s first fully electric vehicle, more consumers are invited to the brand as fun-to-drive, yet practical EV goes on sale, added Horn.
Alternative fuel vehicles, especially electric vehicles, have the potential to transform mass transportation by reducing pollution and oil dependence, noted Les McCabe, president, CEO, Global Green USA.
New e-Golf, Volkswagen’s first fully-electric vehicle is introduced as part of its powertrain strategy to offer efficient driving systems as part of the Think Blue, sustainability initiative.
It operates on a 24.2 kWh lithium-ion battery and produces zero tailpipe emissions, and requires zero trips to the pump.
Recently, the U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) evaluated the 2015 e-Golf , at 126 city, 105 highway, and 116 combined Miles per Gallon of Gasoline Equivalent (MPGe), making it the most efficient car in the compact EV class.
The vehicle’s electric motor produces 115 hp and 199 pound-feet of torque. Besides, it offers a large interior with a 7.2 kW onboard charger and DC fast charging capabilities.
The new model offers both environmental and practical benefits including the fun-to-drive design of the Golf family, supported by the MQB (Modular Transverse Matrix) design.
Volkswagen has invested in carbon reduction projects to offset the emissions created during the production, distribution, and use of the vehicle for the first 36,000 miles of driving.
Charging solutions are available from Bosch, Chargepoint, and Roadside Assistance program and even through VW Car-Net mobile app.
The 2015 e-Golf will be available later this month in the initial launch states including California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington D.C.
Pricing starts at $35,445 for the fully equipped SEL Premium model.
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