28 Dec 2023

Concept Corner: Audi TT offroad concept

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94721"] source: Audi AG Editor’s note: Occasionally, we feature a concept vehicle on the site. Most don’t make it into production but sometimes we wish they did.  With the 25th birthday of the Audi TT and its final run, we decided to have this and the next few Concept Corners focused on this design icon. Originally published on April 19, 2014 The Audi TT offroad concept show car Study combines the sportiness of a coupe with the utility of a...
Thu, Dec 28 , 2023 Bill
27 Dec 2023

Find of the Day: 1984 Audi Sport quattro

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94727"] photos: RM Sotheby's There are a few things that Audi enthusiasts, well heck...any automotive enthusiast, consider a Holy Grail and this is it. This is a 1984 Audi Sport quattro; one of 214 made and one of only 48 Alpine White. Here's the ad: [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94746"] Chassis No. - WAUZZZ85ZEA905147 Documents - US Title One of just 214 Sport Quattros constructed Believed to be one of the only exam...
Wed, Dec 27 , 2023 Bill
26 Dec 2023

SQ5 About: Cross-Country Trekking in the Land of Oz

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94672"] words/photos: Todd Bliwise Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Q2_2023 issue of quattro Magazine. If you would like to subscribe to quattro Magazine, please join Audi Club here. Sometimes a brand comes along that defines us, inspires us and drives us. These can be literal or figurative aspirations, but the root connection to the brand is that it propels us forward to be something more. For me, that...
Tue, Dec 26 , 2023 Bill
26 Dec 2023

Spy Photo: Audi Q3 Winter Testing

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94606"] This time we spotted a prototype up in northern Sweden for some cold weather testing. Like on the first sighting at the Nürburgring, we can see the split headlights are here to stay. The new Q3 looks like a smaller version of the Q5 and the fact that the Q3 will grow slightly also helps that impression. Hopefully there will be some more space inside for both passengers and luggage. There will be a wide range of engines and also PHEV vers...
Tue, Dec 26 , 2023 Bill
21 Dec 2023

Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Scout Motors Brands to Implement the North American Charging Standard in Future Electric Vehicles

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="92039"] source: Volkswagen of America, photo: Audi of America Future Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche and Scout electric vehicles to use the North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging port, starting in 2025 Volkswagen, Porsche, and Audi are exploring adapter solutions for existing vehicles to access the Tesla Supercharger network, starting in 2025   Scout Motors customers will be able to access the Tesla network once its vehicles go...
Thu, Dec 21 , 2023 Bill
21 Dec 2023

Dakar Rally 2024: Team Audi Sport Ahead of a Great Challenge

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94577"] source: Audi AG Innovative prototype up against strong competition Audi driver crews look forward to tough challenges in January Team Audi Sport and QMS form a proven organizational structure The Audi RS Q e-tron faces its third Dakar Rally. Team Audi Sport has optimized the pioneering rally prototype, that has an electric drivetrain, a high-voltage battery and an energy converter, in meticulous detail for the toughest rall...
Thu, Dec 21 , 2023 Bill
20 Dec 2023

Audi Customer Teams Win Almost 90 Titles Worldwide

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94473"] source: Audi AG New record of 876 races for Audi Sport customer racing TCR Model of the Year award at the end of a strong season 489 title successes for all models in 15 years of customer racing since 2009 Audi Sport customer racing can look back on a strong season: customer teams on five continents have clinched almost 300 race victories and 87 titles for the brand since January. These successes are spread across the Audi RS 3...
Wed, Dec 20 , 2023 Bill
20 Dec 2023

Find of the Day: 42k-Mile 2007 Imola Yellow Audi RS 4

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94362"] photos: Russell Carter There are a couple of things that makes a car stand out. Color is one especially if it's loud and proud Imola Yellow. The second is the car itself. This is a B7 Audi RS 4. Manual transmission, the legendary 4.2L V8...what else could you ask for? Here's the ad: [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94366"] 2007 Audi RS4 · Sedan · Driven 42,600 miles   Recent maintenance to include: carbon cleaning, ...
Wed, Dec 20 , 2023 Bill
19 Dec 2023

Video of the Day: Behind the Scenes of Electrikhana 2

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94354"] photo: Audi AG/Hoonigan By now, you should have watched Electrikhana 2  so do you want a backstage pass also? Brian Scotto, co-founder of Hoonigan, takes us on an emotional journey and the excitement of filming in Mexico City. This video explains not only what it takes to use rallying techniques but also using new technology to do things that was impossible before. From Audi: Embark on an electrifying journey of Electrikhana 2. Dive behi...
Tue, Dec 19 , 2023 Bill
15 Dec 2023

Unitronic Fueling Upgrades for 2.0TSI EA888 EVO4

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94322"] source: Unitronic Unitronic® is proud to release its new Fuel System Upgrades for the 2.0TSI EA888 EVO4 platform to help customers reach new heights with their vehicles. These fuel system upgrades offer a significant increase in capacity and are needed in order to retain safety and produce maximum power with ethanol for all stages on the MK8 Golf R/8Y S3 and Stage 3 E85 for the MK8 GTI. (coming soon) For MK8 Golf R and 8Y S3: • Unit...
Fri, Dec 15 , 2023 Bill
14 Dec 2023

Find of the Day: 1995 Audi S2 Avant RHD

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94283"] photos: Ben Zalutsky No secrets that we love Avants here but I'll make an admission; I'd rather have an S2 Avant over an RS2 Avant (controversial, I know). Combine it with Ruby Red and there's no competition. Here's the ad: [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94298"] Selling my RHD Audi S2 Avant. Only 1800 made worldwide - actually rarer than the RS2. With a 5-cylinder turbocharged engine, Quattro, and a 6-speed manual, thi...
Thu, Dec 14 , 2023 Bill
14 Dec 2023

Video of the Day: Audi RS 5 Coupé vs 834HP AWD Honda Civic Wagon

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94224"] photo: carwow Well this is a different drag race.  What we have here today is a completely stock Audi RS 5 against a not so stock AWD Honda Civic wagon. This may be the 1st time we've ever seen this matchup on Video of the Day. The Honda has a 2.4L four cylinder that's been heavily modified to the tune of 834hp and it only weighs 2,400lbs. The RS 5 has a 2.9l twin-turbo V6 with 450hp and weighs in at 3,764lbs. This should make for ...
Thu, Dec 14 , 2023 Bill
13 Dec 2023

Find of the Day: 2018 Audi A4 Ultra sport

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94198"] photos: NFI Empire It's rare when we feature an A4 as a Find of the Day but then again this is a pretty rare A4. How rare? A few years ago, Audi made the decision to stop production of manual transmissions. It was a sad day but this car is both a send off and the return of the A4 Ultra sport. No doubt Audi purists remember the original A4 Ultra sport built during the B6 generation. That very special sporting A4 featured unique kit that ma...
Wed, Dec 13 , 2023 Bill
12 Dec 2023

Feature Car: Roadtrip – Arctic Ocean Run in Offroad Q7

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94067"] by: Ryder Holuboff Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Q2_2023 issue of quattro Magazine. If you would like to subscribe to quattro Magazine, please join Audi Club here. As early-generation Audi SUVs age, become more affordable and go off warranty, the sheer growth of the so-called “Safari” / off-road category has been nothing short of impressive. These quattro SUVs are sure-footed and robust, perf...
Tue, Dec 12 , 2023 Bill
12 Dec 2023

Find of the Day: Audi Sport quattro S1 Pikes Peak Replica

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94173"] photos: Bettels Performance via autoscout24.com Last week, we featured a 1981 Audi quattro Group 4 replica. This week? Well we've progressed to an Audi Sport quattro S1 Pikes Peak replica. Here's the ad (translated from German): [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94175"] You have the unique opportunity to purchase an Audi S1 ​​Pikes Peak replica. With the legendary Audi S1 ​​Pikes Peak, Walter Röhrl broke the recor...
Tue, Dec 12 , 2023 Bill
11 Dec 2023

Concept Corner: Audi TT Sportback concept

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="93974"] source: Audi AG Editor’s note: Occasionally, we feature a concept vehicle on the site. Most don’t make it into production but sometimes we wish they did.  With the 25th birthday of the Audi TT and its final run, we decided to have this and the next few Concept Corners focused on this design icon. Originally published on October 1, 2014 The sportiness of the Audi TT redesigned: The Audi TT Sportback concept show car Sporty elonga...
Mon, Dec 11 , 2023 Bill
7 Dec 2023

Find of the Day: 2023 Audi exclusive Merlin Purple RS 6 Avant

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="93870"] photos: Chicago Motor Cars We're seeing the slow wind down of ICE vehicles so why not treat yourself not only to the king of longroofs but an Audi exclusive one? This is a 2023 Audi RS 6 Avant in Merlin Purple. It's a color that  evokes feelings of lust...or feelings of no thanks. Here's the ad: [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="93867"] 2023 Audi RS6 Quattro Avant Audi Exclusive Merlin Purple Exterior over Black Leather I...
Thu, Dec 07 , 2023 Bill
6 Dec 2023

Unitronic Branded P3 Gauges for 8Y RS 3/S3/A3

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="93862"] source: Unitronic Unitronic is pleased to extend its partnership with P3 Gauges to help bring exciting new products to the market for 8Y RS3/S3/A3 customers. These all-new (Unitronic branded) P3 V3 Multifunction Gauges are exclusively available through Unitronic and its Authorized Dealer Network ahead of their official release. As with all of P3's V3 gauges, these new units provide exceptional amounts of vehicle information at a glance i...
Wed, Dec 06 , 2023 Bill
6 Dec 2023

Electrikhana 2: Final Drift Video with Ken Block Released

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="93844"] source: Audi AG Tribute to the drifting legend who passed away in January Video shot in Mexico City shortly before the death of the US-American Electric Audi S1 Hoonitron with a special gimmick The death of drifting legend Ken Block shook the entire motorsport world at the beginning of January. The previously unreleased last episode of his famous drift videos is a tribute to the American. ‘Electrikhana 2’ was filmed ...
Wed, Dec 06 , 2023 Bill
6 Dec 2023

Feature Car: Performance & Pragmatism, Nick and Henny’s Audi e-tron S

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="93808"] photos: James Lee aka food4audis Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Q1_2023 issue of quattro Magazine. If you would like to subscribe to quattro Magazine, please join Audi Club here. As the tide of electromobility rolls into the automotive market, we suspect the story of this e-tron S is something that is likely to be repeated. Nick and Henny aren’t new to enthusiast car ownership. They’ve had a ra...
Wed, Dec 06 , 2023 Bill