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Inside Volkswagen's BUDD-e Electric Microbus

Volkswagen's electric microbus, the BUDD-e, is a nod to VW's past, as well as its future.

Volkswagen's electric microbus, the BUDD-e, is a nod to VW's past, as well as its future. According to VW:

  • BUDD-e is the first VW based on the new Modular Electric Toolkit (MEB)
  • It features 101 kWh battery that enables up to 373 miles of pure electric range
  • New interfaces signal next-generation display and ergonomic concepts
  • BUDD-e becomes integral part in the Internet of Things and links Smart Home and Smart Car technology
  • Gesture control 2.0 enables intuitive operation of interior and exterior features
  • Bold design captures brand’s heritage while providing a hint at future design direction

Maybe the coolest thing VW has said about its new BUDD-e microbus EV concept is this: "BUDD-e is a mobile interface which connects the vehicle with the world around it." Check out this video from Mashable on the BUDD-e's interior. 

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