16 Sep 2022

Audi Club Auction Watch: 09.16.2022

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76251"] Words: Steve Johnson Audi enthusiasts: do you spend countless hours searching on-line for your favorite car or cars?  If so, we’re here to help!  To save you time, in this Auction Watch series we’re monitoring numerous auction sites for Ingolstadt’s finest up for auction.  Interesting finds will be posted weekly, and hopefully, you’ll be alerted in time to bid on your dream car. Sorry about being a day later than usual...
15 Sep 2022

Video of the Day: Audi R8 V10 performance vs Audi RS Q e-tron Dakar

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76237"] words: Bill, photo: carwow We featured the Audi RS Q e-tron Dakar against the Audi RS e-tron GT before in a battle of electrics but now it's electric/hybrid versus gasoline. The RS Q e-tron Dakar has 340hp but at a literal flip of a switch, it goes up to 680. The R8 has 620hp but is much lighter at 3400lbs versus 4850lbs for the Dakar. So who will win? Find out below. [embed]https://youtu.be/nes85rlHJFI[/embed]
Thu, Sep 15 , 2022 Bill
15 Sep 2022

Find of the Day: Manual Swapped 2009 Audi A4 Avant

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76233"] words: Bill, photos: Denis Borkovskiy I do like a B8 and especially a B8 Avant. Years ago, I had a press fleet B8 A4 Avant Prestige and it was great but missing something...like a manual transmission. Denis must have felt the same way because he solved that problem. Here's the ad: [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76220"] 2009 Audi A4 Avant Prestige 6 Speed Manual with 124k miles The B8 Generation A4 Avant was never offer...
Thu, Sep 15 , 2022 Bill
14 Sep 2022

Audi Says “Thank You Very Much and All the Best, Nico Müller”

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76207"] source: Audi AG Swiss racing driver with new targets and Formula E Early termination of contract at the end of the 2022 season Last DTM race for Audi at the finale at Hockenheim The DTM finale at Hockenheim on October 8/9 will be Nico Müller’s last race under the sign of the four rings for the time being. Audi Sport and the Swiss race driver have mutually agreed to terminate their contract early at the end of the 2022 season. ...
Wed, Sep 14 , 2022 Bill
14 Sep 2022

Premiere at the ID. Meet: Apprentices from Volkswagen Sachsen Present ID.5 GTX ‘Xcite’ Show Car

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76190"] source: Volkswagen AG Unique vehicle from Saxony as a young people’s vision of mobility: high-voltage drive system, vegan leather in the interior and electric skateboard in the trunk Robert Janssen, Chair of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Sachsen GmbH with responsibility for Technology and Logistics: “The ID.5 GTX ‘Xcite‘ is a symbol of the high-quality training provided by Volkswagen Sachsen.“ Applications for apprentic...
Wed, Sep 14 , 2022 Bill
13 Sep 2022

Volkswagen Presents All-Electric ID. XTREME Off-Road Concept Car in Locarno

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76179"] source: Volkswagen AG ID. XTREME concept car is based on the performance-enhanced ID.4 GTX All-electric off-road vehicle with all-wheel drive is the most powerful ID. model yet ID. XTREME shows the performance potential and versatility of the modular electric drive matrix Volkswagen is supporting the international ID. Treffen in Ticino as a partner Electrifying surprise at the ID. Treffen in Locarno: Volkswagen presents the ID. XTRE...
Tue, Sep 13 , 2022 Bill
11 Sep 2022

Audi Customers Celebrate Championship Titles in Europe, France and Canada

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76149"] source: Audi AG Fourth GT4 championship success for Saintéloc Racing in France Phoenix Racing wins European classification of the 24H Series with Audi R8 LMS Third title in a row for the Audi RS 3 LMS in Canada Audi Sport customer racing is in top form with its private teams in the crucial phase of many championships: In France, Canada and in the European classification of an endurance series, three of the four models from the Audi ...
Sun, Sep 11 , 2022 Bill
9 Sep 2022

quattro Magazine: Going Green

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76133"] By: Ryan Ponto, photos: Rob Overcash @blinker.fluid Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Q3_2022 issue of quattro Magazine. If you would like to subscribe to quattro Magazine, please join Audi Club here. Rob has been a part of the four-ring family for nearly four decades now, initially falling in love with Audi automobiles back in the 80s when a good friend of his dad purchased a 5000 Avant. Growing...
Fri, Sep 09 , 2022 Bill
8 Sep 2022

Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76030"] source: Automobili Lamborghini Unveiled at the San Marino MotoGP, the 630-unit limited edition Ducati motorcycle inspired by the Lamborghini Huracán STO The new Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini, inspired by the Huracán STO super sports car, was unveiled to the public at the San Marino Grand Prix at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli. The bike is the result of the second collaborative project between the two brands, amba...
Thu, Sep 08 , 2022 Bill
8 Sep 2022

Waterfest 26 – The Legend Is Back This Weekend

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76082"] Waterfest is the largest VW/Audi Car Show and Motorsport event in North America, and the second largest of its kind in the world. Waterfest, now in its 26th year, is a two-day event held at Atco Dragway in Atco, NJ. Waterfest features the following Events:- Show Car Event- Drag Race (1/4 Mile)- Sound Off- Tire Burn-out Contest (Fan Favorite!)- Dyno- Autocross School- Exhibition Area (Display cars that aren't judged)- Afterfest (Official ...
Thu, Sep 08 , 2022 Bill
8 Sep 2022

Audi Club Auction Watch: 09.08.2022

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="76056"] Words: Steve Johnson Audi enthusiasts: do you spend countless hours searching on-line for your favorite car or cars?  If so, we’re here to help!  To save you time, in this Auction Watch series we’re monitoring numerous auction sites for Ingolstadt’s finest up for auction.  Interesting finds will be posted weekly, and hopefully, you’ll be alerted in time to bid on your dream car. I’m back from TT West 2022 which was e...
7 Sep 2022

The New Volkswagen ID. Buzz is the Bus of the Future

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75915"] source: Volkswagen AG ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo are Europe’s first all-electric MPV and van range ID. Buzz provides five people and all their luggage space for travel, sport and everyday life Up to 264-mile range with easy ‘Plug & Charge“ capability The ID. Buzz reflects a new era for motoring. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has already begun sales in Europe and the first vehicles will be delivered to their owners this Fall....
Wed, Sep 07 , 2022 Bill
6 Sep 2022

Diablo: The Legendary Lamborghini V12, Defining Super Sports Cars in its Decade

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75944"] source: Automobili Lamborghini n a year full of V12 celebrations, the iconic Diablo VT was Lamborghini’s first four-wheel drive super sports car In 2022 Lamborghini is celebrating the V12, the legendary 12-cylinder engine that has powered its most iconic models for almost 60 years. The Diablo is one model: the first-ever Lamborghini super sports car offered in a four-wheel drive version. When it made its debut, the Diablo was so ahead o...
Tue, Sep 06 , 2022 Bill
6 Sep 2022

Audi Customer Team Wins TCR Eastern Europe

[gallery columns="1" link="none" size="full" ids="75825"] source: Audi AG Eastern Europe title for Bartosz Groszek in the Audi RS 3 LMS 1-2 victory and class title at GT World Challenge in Hockenheim Worldwide successes of GT3 and GT4 teams Audi Sport customer racing started September extremely successfully: While the Aditis Racing customer team secured the TCR Eastern Europe title for the first time, a class title in the Fanatec GT World Challenge powered by AWS Endurance Cup as well as GT...
Tue, Sep 06 , 2022 Bill
5 Sep 2022

Who Wants a 1:18 Scale Nardo Grey Audi R8 LMS? Our Next Audi Club Sweepstakes Promotion!

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75854"] Our scale model promotions for the Audi Club Sweepstakes are always well received so...we're doing it again! Instead of a flash 48-hour promo like last week's, this one will run a whole week. [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75850"] Any purchase of entries between Monday, September 5th through Sunday, September 11th will be eligible to win this model. One lucky winner will be able to proudly display this in their Audi min...
Mon, Sep 05 , 2022 Bill
2 Sep 2022

Audi Earns Most First Place Honors Within Luxury Segment in MotorTrend’s Ultimate Car Rankings

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75816"] source: Audi of America Audi earned top-ranked honors with more first place finishes and podium wins than any other luxury automaker in MotorTrend's Ultimate Car Rankings for second half of 2022 Five Audi models across various categories awarded first place finishes recognized for excellent technology and safety MotorTrend updates Ultimate Car Rankings twice a year; award criteria based on value, safety, and over 70 years of vehicle-test...
Fri, Sep 02 , 2022 Bill
1 Sep 2022

Audi RS Q e-tron E2: Lighter, More Aerodynamic and Even More Efficient

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75805"] source: Audi AG Second evolution of the rally winner competing for the first time in October Fundamentally new body optimizes weight and air flow Improved operating strategy and optimized control concept In March 2022, the Audi RS Q e-tron won its first desert rally in Abu Dhabi, and now the next evolution is ready. The innovative prototype presents itself significantly improved for the 2022 Morocco Rally and the 2023 Dakar...
Thu, Sep 01 , 2022 Bill
1 Sep 2022

Legends of the Autobahn East: Audi Club is Headed back to Hilton Head – Registration Open

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75684"] Last year, a scrappy group of Audi Club members braved gale-like weather to celebrate the inaugural Legends of the Autobahn East on beautiful Hilton Head. You can read about their adventure HERE. Will there be better weather this year? [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75711"] Audi Club has 50 spots to fill up and we need your help. BMWCCA always has a strong showing at both Legends of the Autobahn West and East....
Thu, Sep 01 , 2022 Bill
1 Sep 2022

Flash 2-Day Promotion: 1:48 Scale ABT RS6-R in Matte Merlin Purple

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75768"] BOOM...we're trying something new: a 2-day flash promotion for our Audi Club RS 3 Sweepstakes! For just two days, Thursday September 1 and Friday, September 2nd, any purchase of entries will be eligible to win this model. One lucky winner will be able to proudly display this in their Audi mini-garage and hopefully a 2023 Audi RS 3 sedan with 19-inch Rotiform AVS wheels that hark the B5/B6 era, Toyo Proxes Sport A/S tires, plus store cred...
Thu, Sep 01 , 2022 Bill
31 Aug 2022

Transforming the On-The-Road EV Charging Experience

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="75690"] source: Volkswagen of America Whether you currently own a Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicle, or you’re considering a Volkswagen EV in your near future, there’s great news on the charging front: The experience of charging an EV on the road keeps getting better and better, thanks in part to a new collection of stations within the rapidly expanding Electrify America network. Electrify...
Wed, Aug 31 , 2022 Bill