6 Feb 2024

Jon Olsson Reveals His Own RS 6 Avant F1. Announces New Company.

[gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="97068"] Skier turned social influencer Jon Olsson has been a fixture in the Audi tuning/building space over the years. A regular on supercar rallies, he’s built everything from roof box R8s, an Audi-powered Radical Le Mans LMP-looking road car, and multiple bonkers RS 6 builds. Following Jon’s Instagram account will see he plays with many cars and many brands, but it’s his latest RS 6 Avant that grabbed our attention yesterday. [galle...
5 Feb 2024

Sauber Stake F1 Reveals C44, 2024 F1 Car

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="97063"] [source: Sauber Group] Hinwil, Switzerland – It’s not the kind of Formula One car you’ve ever seen before. Aggressive, exciting, different – both on track and off it: the Stake F1 Team C44 is finally in the open and it’s already got the world of motorsport talking. The 2024 challenger of Stake F1 Team was unveiled in the historic setting of London’s Guildhall, but there was nothing conventional or staid about it. Ther...
5 Feb 2024

Audi RS 6 GT Configurator Shots Reveal Other Euro Specifications

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="97054"] We know that North America will get the just-launched RS 6 Avant GT solely in Arkona White with white wheels and heritage stripes. However, Audi AG's press release revealed Europe will get additional color options. Knowing this and also that the RS 6 GT has now passed end-of-secrecy dates, we decided to check out Audi Deutschland's website for further information... and we weren't disappointed. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size=...
5 Feb 2024

Here’s What We Know About the North American Market RS 6 Avant GT

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="96952"] Audi definitely got our attention with the RS 6 Avant GT revealed earlier today. As with any new launch though, the key is in the details... especially the details of how the car arrives when it comes to the North American Region market. Fortunately, we were able to attend the press presentation and were able to glean a few details... specifically how the RS 6 GT comes to market. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="969...
5 Feb 2024

The New Audi RS 6 Avant GT

[gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="97027"] Carbon hood and fenders as well as 22-inch wheels in a distinctive design ensure high recognizability Adjustable coilover suspension, high-performance tires, and optimized quattro sport differential enhance the driving dynamics Only 660 units worldwide and heritage decals based on the Audi 90 quattro IMSA GTO guarantee exclusivity The new Audi RS 6 Avant GT2 is the pinnacle of the model series. The special edition is packed wit...
5 Feb 2024

Audi RS e-tron GT at Women’s Audi FIS Ski World Cup Event in Cortina

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="96861"] Audi Italia chooses Cortina again for an Italian preview: the special edition Audi RS e-tron GT ice race edition exhibited in the central Piazza Roma The Granturismo an electron, made with a limited edition of 99 copies, is the ultimate expression of the Audi exclusive customization program Audi present in the territory as a local partner since 2017: with FISI and Audi FIS Ski World Cup to combine performance and sustainability T...
5 Feb 2024

Feature Car: A TT Circle of Life

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="96856"] words: Randy Nelson, photos: Troy Sicotte Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Q4_2023 issue of quattro Magazine. If you would like to subscribe to quattro Magazine, please join Audi Club here. I have always been fascinated with cars beginning at age five or six when I collected, painted and raced a fleet of little white-wheeled plastic cereal box cars around the living room, using the walls for hig...
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5 Feb 2024

Audi Tradition at Many International Events in 2024

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="96820"] source: Audi AG Experience history through vehicles from Audi’s historical collection, lectures at the Audi museum mobile, and events around the world From Aspen to Zwickau: Audi Tradition presents automotive treasures Audi Tradition is poised to participate in over a dozen international events in 2024 as the classic car season begins. Mainstays of the event calendar include the Goodwood Festival of Speed in England (July 11–14)...
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2 Feb 2024

Updated Porsche Taycan Suggests 360-Mile Range for Audi e-tron GT

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="96810"]   Audi hasn’t revealed their mid-lifecycle product improvement for the e-tron GT / RS e-tron GT just yet, but it’s only a matter of time now that Porsche is sharing details of the updating for the GT’s platform-mate Taycan. Notably, Porsche confirmed today in a press release that range would bump to 587 km based on real world testing of the car on California’s 405 and 5 expressways. That converts to 364 miles. Is th...
2 Feb 2024

Event: Audi Tradition at F.A.T. Ice Race, Austria

[gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="96794" orderby="rand"] 2024 has just barely begun, and Audi Tradition has begun the year strong with participation in the F.A.T. International Ice Race (formerly GP Ice Race) in Zell Am See, the spiritual hometown of the Porsche family. [gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="96788" orderby="rand"] Given the event is a Porsche family affair, its reintroduction a few years ago by Ferdi Porsche, the Volkswagen Group brands are ty...
2 Feb 2024

ABT x Scherer Hyper Limited RS 3-X Sportback

[gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="96772"] When former Audi DTM team Scherer Sport collaborated with ABT Sportsline (another Audi DTM team) to create the XGT that was basically a street version of the R8 LMS GT2, we definitely took notice. We’re definitely taking notice again now that Scherer has confirmed a run of augmented RS 3 Sportbacks limited to just three units. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="96780"] The RS 3-X begins life as an RS 3 Sportback ...
2 Feb 2024

Find of the Day: Suzuka Grey Audi exclusive TT RS

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="96763"] If you haven’t seen Suzuka Grey Metallic in person, you really need to. In bright lighting like the photos you see here, it may look like simple white. Simply though, it’s not. Sort of like Porsche Chalk, it’s a very unique pivot on white or light grey. It was also a popular factory offering during the TT RS Mk2 era, so when we spotted a Mk3 TT RS in the same color in inventory over at Audi Wilsonville, we were admittedly curious...
1 Feb 2024

Michèle Mouton’s ’85 Pike’s Peak Sport quattro and ’89 90 IMSA GTO Headed to America!

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="93606"] We have it on good word that some very special Audi Tradition fleet cars will be visiting America for two events that will be happening very soon. That's exciting news for enthusiasts who have an appreciation for iconic Audi racecars or the incredible Michèle Mouton. We expect official word to drop imminently, but until then we're happy to share what we know. FIRST. THE CARS. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="967...
1 Feb 2024

Is This an Undisguised North American Spec Q6 e-tron?

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="96728"] This latest set of Q6 e-tron test mule photos shows a largely undisguised Q6 e-tron seen testing near the Audi factory. With the new Porsche Macan, another PPE-based Volkswagen Group EV crossover, having just been revealed days ago, we know it won't be long before the Q6 e-tron is fully revealed. Audi has already shown camouflage livery versions of the Q6 e-tron and let a few press drive them, and now this particular car shows the car no...
31 Jan 2024

Audi Ingolstadt: Net Carbon Neutral Production Since January 2024

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="96721"] Production of the upcoming fully electric Audi Q6 e-tron series, as well as all other vehicles built at the site, will be net carbon-neutral Audi Board Member for Production and Logistics Gerd Walker: “By transitioning the Ingolstadt site to renewable energies, we are taking a major step toward our goal of net carbon-neutral vehicle production” As part of the environmental program Mission:Zero, all Audi sites will be net ...
31 Jan 2024

More Facelifted SQ7 Photos, Including Audi exclusive + Video

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="96716"] Yesterday Audi dropped the first images and details of the upcoming facelifted Q7 and SQ7 models (find that HERE). In the time since, we’ve dug up some new information on the Q7 and SQ7 for those seeking to know more. Here’s what we found. This Exterior Design Animation from Audi shows design details, including light animation and other subtle cues you may have missed perusing press photos. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFDlBBGvj...
31 Jan 2024

Michèle Mouton to Attend DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit March 2

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="92273"] Following a rare American appearance for Michèle Mouton at the 2023 DirtFish Women in Motorsports Summit, Mouton and Dirtfish have just announced a follow-up presence at this year's 2024 conference on March 2. DirtFish shared the news yesterday via their social media channels, further announcing event details and instructions for those interested in registering to attend. DirtFish States: Join us for the 3rd Annual Women in Moto...
30 Jan 2024

’84 Audi Sport quattro Highlights $22.9M Arizona Sale by RM Sotheby’s

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="94738"] Arizona Car week is a wrap, and of particular interest in that mix was the 1984 Sport quattro sold by RM Sotheby's at their auction held at the Biltmore. The Audi Group B Homologation road car sold for $665,000, cementing a place in the sale's Top 10 transaction prices. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="94727"] More details can be found below in the RM Sotheby's press release. RM SOTHEBY'S KICKS OFF 2024 WITH A...
30 Jan 2024

Strong in Design, Comfort, and Technology: The Revised Audi Q7

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="96602"] source: Audi AG Unmistakable design with new details makes for impressive street presence Headlights and rear lights customizable for the first time thanks to digital lighting technology The variable interior concept offers the ideal basis for family, business, and free time Audi has once again upgraded its flagship family SUV with a clear design and even better technology. The fresh exterior design with new front and rear sections ...
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30 Jan 2024

Find of the Day: 1 of 1 2020 Audi RS 3

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="96545"] photo: Christopher Alonzo The color palette of OEMs lately seem to be variations of white, black, or grey but every once in awhile, a color pops up that brings back from the brink of color blindness. This is a reported 1 of 1 Ipanema Brown Audi RS 3. Here's the ad: [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="96548"] 2020 RS3 1 of 1 Audi exclusive Ipamena brown Cts intake Cts 4inch Inlet 850cc injectors Ds1 OTS sta...
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