3 Jul 2024

This Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback Is Laden with Audi exclusive Kit

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103145"] Chalk another cool car build credit to the Audi Forum Neckarsulm. Unique builds by Audi's in-house tailoring division are constantly displayed on the second floor of the public-facing portion of Audi's Neckarsulm HQ, and this car definitely fits that mold. For starters, there's the Goodwood Green paint. This color has been around since the early 2000s and seen on the likes of the Mk1 Audi TT, B5 RS 4 Avant, B5 S4 and C5 RS 6. It's ...
2 Jul 2024

Development of the Audi Power Unit for Formula 1: “Important Steps and Objectives Achieved”

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103305"] Adam Baker, CEO of Audi Formula Racing GmbH, and CTO Stefan Dreyer in a double interview Complete F1 Power Unit runs on the test bench and has already covered simulated race distances Development at the Neuburg site with 22 state-of-the-art test benches Work on the Power Unit for Audi’s Formula 1 entry has been underway for more than two years. The specially created Audi Formula Racing GmbH (AFR) in Neuburg a. d. Donau is...
2 Jul 2024

Next Audi RS 3 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Confirmed by Nurburgring In-Car Video

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103153"] Audi hasn't fully revealed the new RS 3, but a press communication from last week confirming their breaking of its segment's Nürburgring track record was accompanied by some photos and video. One of those videos we've found is some in car footage sharing some of the crazier moments in the lap. https://www.instagram.com/p/C8hV-vHqZ77/ So, while birds flying across the in front of the car or crazy sliding on certain turns is incr...
2 Jul 2024

Future Lighting Tech Showcased with Audi Q6L e-tron at Design Shanghai

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103094"] From June 19 to 22, FAW Audi appeared in the 11th "Design Shanghai" with the new Audi Q6L e-tron, highlighting the profound design background of the four-ring brand and writing a new chapter facing the future. The Audi brand constantly integrates advanced aesthetic concepts and innovative technology into the automotive lighting technology, giving more possibilities for high-end travel in the future. As a masterpiece of Audi li...
1 Jul 2024

Find of the Day: Audi exclusive Matador Red SQ8 in Texas

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103112"] The Audi SQ8 holds this interesting place in the Audi lineup, one that we liken most perhaps to the original ("ur") Audi S6. Like those '90s era Audi S-cars, then the top of the heap without RS models up and down the range, it's a total wolf in sheep's clothing with its de-tuned version of the RS Q8's 4.0 TFSI biturbo V8 and yet largely plain-jane Q8 appearance. For those seeking a sleeper, it's the perfect undercover car... even when...
1 Jul 2024

Want to Work for Audi F1? We Found the Job Listings

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103106"] Just in case you haven't heard (stated in sarcastic tone), Audi is working to field an F1 team. The process has been massive, seeing Audi end or shutter motorsport projects for Le Mans, Dakar and customer racing as it ramps up for perhaps its most ambitious racing program ever. Unless you're living under a rock, you know that Audi aims to be in full four ring fighting form by the 2026 season. Audi aims to take advantage of a whole ...
1 Jul 2024

Audi Avant Family to Visit Qiandao Lake with Play Festival During China’s Dragon Boat Holiday

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103083"] FAW Audi joined hands with China's first Play Festival to create a playful place exclusive to explorers and pioneers, inviting users to live a vast life in the lake and mountains, freely wield creative enthusiasm and free nature. The Audi Avant family gathered at the China Play Festival. Each one satisfies people's endless imagination of travel. As a leader of luxury station wagons, the Audi brand always pays attention to the ...
27 Jun 2024

The Ultimate European Adventure: An Inside Look at the Dolce Vita R8 Spyder Tour

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103275"] Audi Club North America is pleased to offer a variety of engaging opportunities for our club members, including the esteemed Dolce Vita R8 Spyder tour. Set against the picturesque backdrops of Germany and Italy, this exhilarating tour promises an unparalleled experience. Beginning in Hallbergmoos, participants traverse the northern Alps with the dynamic Audi R8 Spyder, indulge in Italian cuisine surrounding Lake Garda, and enjoy Alpin...
27 Jun 2024

Audi RS 3 LMS with First-Class Touring Car Results Worldwide

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103266"] Victories in Belgium, Germany, France, Italy and the USA for Audi Class title successes for Audi RS 3 LMS in new endurance racing series Trophies for the Audi R8 LMS in the GT3, GT2 and GT4 versions [source: Audi AG] The Audi RS 3 LMS once again proved its performance with five victories in five series in the middle of the season. Winners’ trophies and podium successes with the three homologated variants of the Aud...
27 Jun 2024

Audi Taps Chat GPT for Enhanced Voice Control in Current and Future Models

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103262"] Audi integrates ChatGPT in current models with a third-generation modular infotainment system (MIB 3)  The Audi assistant in new models with E3 1.2 electronic architecture will include this enhanced feature  Audi leverages the potential of artificial intelligence – with services and products to improve the customer experience [source: Audi AG] Audi is implementing the AI-based chatbot ChatGPT via Microsoft Azure Ope...
27 Jun 2024

Choice Gear: Video Makes Me Need this Audi Sport quattro S1 E2 1/8 Scale RC Car

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103149"] There's a reason why product placement is a thing, particularly a thing when it comes to the automobile. See a product on a page and it may or may not make a compelling case when you see that car moving in attention-getting ways. And while most of us can't afford an original Group B spec Audi Sport quattro S1 E2 by Carisma, the approachability of a 1/8th scale RC car is a whole other consideration... made even more compelling when you...
27 Jun 2024

FAW Audi Team will Compete in GT World Challenge Asian Cup Fuji

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103098"] On June 21-23, FAW Audi team will compete in the GT World Challenge Asian Cup Fuji Station The FAW Audi team fought in the 2024 GTWCA, and played brilliantly through two stations in Southeast Asia, leading the Silver group standings The second-generation Audi R8 LMS GT3 evo II car shows absolute strength this season and becomes the "version answer" of the field [source: Audi China] From June 21 to June 23, the FAW Audi t...
26 Jun 2024

Record for the RS Q8 performance on the Nürburgring Nordschleife

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103254"] The new RS Q8 performance has been awarded the title of the fastest SUV on the Nürburgring's Nordschleife at its market launch. Racing and development driver Frank Stippler completed the 20.832-kilometer track in the Eifel in just 7:36.698 minutes. That is more than two seconds faster than the previous fastest vehicle in the SUV class, off-road vehicles, vans, and pick-ups, and almost six seconds faster than the RS Q8 before the...
26 Jun 2024

Intel: Audi RS Q6 e-tron Update

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103251"] That there's going to be an RS Q6 isn't exactly new news. We've published both intel and also spy photos of test mules numerous times in the past, but some new rumor/intel stories along with some green renderings by other publications are circulating in the press, so we wanted to summarize what we're hearing. We also took that as an opportunity to create our own rendering, this time modifying a Q6 design sketch by adding what we are g...
25 Jun 2024

Volkswagen Group & Rivian Announce Plan for Joint Venture

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103248"] Rivian and Volkswagen Group intend to enter a joint venture to create next generation software-defined vehicle (SDV) platforms to be used in both companies’ future electric vehicles Volkswagen Group to invest an initial $1 billion in Rivian, with up to $4 billion in planned additional investment for a total expected deal size of $5 billion Joint venture is expected to build on Rivian’s industry-leading software and electri...
25 Jun 2024

Event Gallery: 2024 Carlisle Import Nationals

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103073"] This spring Audi Club attended the 2024 Carlisle Nationals. A full feature report on that will be published in the Q3_2024 issue of quattro Magazine that will be arriving in Audi Club member mailboxes over the next few weeks. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103075"] Below is our full photo gallery of the event. If you don't already get quattro Magazine and would like to receive your own subscription, click the ...
25 Jun 2024

Audi RS 6 GT Avant Headed for South OC Cars & Coffee This Weekend

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103135"] We're just getting initial photos of last weekend's Wagonfest at The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, shots depicting wagon enthusiasts hanging out with both the Audi RS 6 GT Avant and also the 1989 Audi 90 IMSA GTO. In case you missed it, we have it on good word from our contacts at Audi that the RS 6 Avant GT will make a second appearance at South Orange County Cars and Coffee this coming weekend. South OC Cars and Coff...
25 Jun 2024

First Look: New RS Q8 performance and Updated RS Q8

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="103237"] With 471 kW (640 PS) and 850 Nm of torque, the new RS Q8 performance1 takes the top position among models from Audi Sport GmbH An expressive exterior and new, lighter* wheels significantly sharpen the appearance of Audi’s most powerful SUV yet again With a time of 7:36.698 minutes, the RS Q8 performance1 sets a new best time for production SUVs on the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit Audi Sport boss Rolf ...
24 Jun 2024

New Spy Photos (+ Interior Shots) of Next Q7

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="102953"] We've been seeing the all-new next-generation Q7 out testing for a while now, though this latest set of photos shot at the Nürburgring had us take just a bit more notice as they give us a slightly better look at the exterior and also some new shots of the cockpit as well. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="102961"] Inside, there's a big screen that looks similar to that of the Q6 e-tron, though the one in front o...
24 Jun 2024

Video: Audi RS 5 Avant Caught T̶e̶s̶t̶i̶n̶g̶ Drifting

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="102948"] The more we see and hear of the upcoming B10 RS 5 Avant, the more captivated we are. Check out this latest video we found posted over the @quattroblog Instagram account and shot by @stateside_official. What you'll see is the car turning (with opposite lock) some laps at the Nürburgring. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8QBAYSqgbM/?igsh=eWg0NDNibDdhb2pp Word on the street is that Audi of America is seriously considering this car ...