26 Jun 2020

Audi Trivia Time

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="37842"] Editor's Note: Audi of America has released a quiz to keep your brain active. The 1st half is Audi trivia and the latter, general trivia. How well do you think you'll do? [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48693,48695,48696,48697,48698,48699,48700,48701,48702,48703,48704,48705,48706,48707,48708,48709,48710,48711,48712,48713,48714,48715,48716,48717,48718,48719,48720,48721,48722,48723,48724,48725"]
Fri, Jun 26 , 2020 Bill
23 Jun 2020

2019 Audi e-tron SUV Wins 2020 ‘Wards 10 Best Interiors’ Award

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48629"] source: Audi of America Audi e-tron SUV recognized by industry analysts at Wards for quality, futuristic interior details The award-winning e-tron boasts everyday functionality, impressive EV performance The e-tron SUV among first of approximately 30 electrified models expected to join global Audi product portfolio by 2025 Audi of America today announced the 2019 Audi e-tron SUV was named one of the 2020 “Wards 10 Best Interiors” aw...
Tue, Jun 23 , 2020 Bill
22 Jun 2020

Video of the Day: AMG GT 63S vs Audi RS 7

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48571"] words: Bill, video: carwow You know the drill by now with carwow...drag race, rolling drag, and brake test from 70mph. The AMG has more power, more torque, and it sounds pretty darn good. The RS 7 is down in hp, torque, is slightly lighter, and sounds muted but it's also £50,000 less than the AMG. Plus I think it looks a lot better, in my humble opinion. [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48572"] How will our h...
Mon, Jun 22 , 2020 Bill
19 Jun 2020

Find of the Day: Throwdown Edition Episode 6: Volkswagen vs Audi

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48557"] words: Bill Episode 6 was different. We've pitted chapters against chapters but this time, we went head to head with Team Volkswagen. Specifically Megan Closset (it's not pronounced like closet...think French), product manager of the Golf line and uber-enthusiast; Sean Maynard, marketing specialist at VWoA and builder of VWs I want, and finally returning guest, Jamie Orr, world traveller and also builder of VWs I want...there's a theme ru...
Fri, Jun 19 , 2020 Bill
17 Jun 2020

Innovative Aerodynamics Concept of the Audi e-tron S Models

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48486"] source: Audi AG Editor's note: this was originally posted on our sister site, e-tron connect by Audi Club North America. Top aerodynamic drag figure of 0.26 for the e-tron S Sportback prototype Wheel arch trims with air flow-through as new Audi patent, plus fully enclosed floor pan and controllable cool-air inlet Virtual exterior mirrors with OLED displays in the interior Aerodynamics is a key factor in range particularly w...
Wed, Jun 17 , 2020 Bill
17 Jun 2020

Donkervoort D8 GTO-JD70: The First 2G Super Sports Car

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48441"] source: Donkervoort Dutch sportscar maker Donkervoort has paid tribute to its founder’s 70th birthday with the world’s first 2G production car. The Donkervoort D8 GTO-JD70 has been tested beyond 2G of lateral acceleration (cornering performance) on its standard road tyres. Only 70 JD70s will be built – one for each year of founder Joop Donkervoort’s life, so far – and more than half have already been sold. Donkervoort has...
Wed, Jun 17 , 2020 Bill
16 Jun 2020

You Can Now Get Selected ABT Carbon Fiber Parts Directly From Your Audi Dealer

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48463"] source: ABT America For decades ABT Sportsline is the go-to company when talking about aerodynamics, wheels, suspension systems and other products for your beloved Audi. And from now on selected carbon fiber parts that offer a visual upgrade can be ordered even easier as they are available directly from your Audi dealer in the United States. The shift knob cover is made from genuine carbon fiber and smooth leather and adds a motorsport-in...
Tue, Jun 16 , 2020 Bill
16 Jun 2020

Audi Automated Driving Development R&D Office Opens in Silicon Valley With Fleet of New Test Vehicles

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48409"] source: Audi of America New Audi Automated Driving Development R&D office focused on creating Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies specifically for North American market The development team anticipates hiring up to 60 engineers primarily for artificial intelligence, software development, and Silicon Valley startup collaborations Audi Q7 SUV testing fleet outfitted with QR code wraps allow onlookers to ...
Tue, Jun 16 , 2020 Bill
16 Jun 2020

Find of the Day: 1996 Audi S2 Coupe

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48380"] words: Bill, photos: Etienne Maranda Sigh. A nice S2 Coupe or Avant does things to me and this one probably makes it worse. Worse as in it's not located in Europe but right across the border in Canada. Of course, it's a year away from being legal in the States but there are probably a couple of Audi Club Eastern or Western Canada members who can stash it for me... Anyway, I had the misfortune of running across this on our Facebook Audi Cl...
Tue, Jun 16 , 2020 Bill
12 Jun 2020

Together for Music! Audi Sommerkonzerte Online for the First Time in Their Anniversary Year

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48252"] source: Audi AG From 2 to 5 July 2020 Audi will live-stream to the web the Sommerkonzerte from Ingolstadt with high-caliber artists Audi museum mobile and Hall B of the GVZ site will be used as digital concert halls The program originally planned, “Lights of Europe”, is postponed until 2021 Under the motto “Together for Music”, the Audi Sommerkonzerte will be held in Ingolstadt from 2 to 5 July 2020. With ...
Fri, Jun 12 , 2020 Bill
11 Jun 2020

Peter Parker: Dude, Where’s My Audi?

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48246"] words: Bill, photos: Audi AG Marvel Cinematic Universe and Audi has gone hand in hand for over a decade. From the OG Audi R8 in the OG Iron Man to the Audi e-tron in Spider-Man: Far From Home, MCU and Audi fans have seen the latest Audi in action on screen but that is changing...for Spider-Man at least. Recently, Hyundai announced that it has partnered with Sony Pictures Entertainment and with that, Peter Parker loses his Audi. ...
Thu, Jun 11 , 2020 Bill
10 Jun 2020

ABT Sportsline Equips Audi S8 with 700 hp and New Wheels

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48169"] source: ABT Sportsline  Real sports cars deliver extraordinary driving performance, but usually have a somewhat spartan appearance. For those unwilling to sacrifice any luxury, space or comfort, the Audi S8 has been available since 1996, and as regards acceleration, it can hold its own against the contemporary Porsche 911. The fourth generation of the racy luxury limousine came onto the market in early 2020, with a powerful V8 b...
Wed, Jun 10 , 2020 Bill
9 Jun 2020

Find of the Day: 2004 Audi RS 6 Avant

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48150"] words: Bill, photos: Craigslist The C8 RS 6 Avant is coming but this one is already here. Ok, it's a C5 and it's in Canada but our Canadian members may want to grab this. The OG RS 6 was only offered in the North American market as a sedan but we being us, we wanted the Avant. Since Canada has the 15 year import rule as opposed to the US 25 year rule, don't be surprised to see more and more of these show up on the other side of the border...
Tue, Jun 09 , 2020 Bill
9 Jun 2020

Video of the Day: Audi RS 6 Avant vs Lamborghini Urus Drag Race

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48135"] words: Bill, photos: Archie Hamilton Racing In today's video, Archie climbs into an Audi RS 6 Avant while his mate gets the Lamborghini Urus. Easy peasy win right? While both are powered by the twin-turbo 4L V8, the Lambo has 641hp/626lb-ft while the RS 6 makes do with 591hp/591lb-ft. However, the Urus weighs in at 4,844lbs; the RS 6 weighs 4,575lb...and sits lower. [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48136"] The...
Tue, Jun 09 , 2020 Bill
8 Jun 2020

Wheelsandmore Turns Their Eye to the RS Q8

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48120"] words: Bill, photos: Wheelsandmore  Not content with just tuning the RS 6 Avant, Wheelsandmore have turned to the RS Q8. Much like the RS 6 Avant, they offer upgrades for wheels, exhaust, and engine and air suspension software. And just like the Avant, Wheelsandmore claims 1010hp through these upgrades. [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48116"] Aside from the color, the wheels grab the eye and they should since they're a ...
Mon, Jun 08 , 2020 Bill
8 Jun 2020

In Virtual Worlds in Virtuosic Style: Audi Communicates in New Digital Formats

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48103"] source: Audi AG At close range even from a distance: exclusive product and technology experiences in digital worlds New formats like “TechTalk” and “LiveOnDrive” successfully launched Digital technologies enable more intensive exchange with media representatives Audi is opening up a new chapter in its communications via digital channels. Journalists from all over the world are able to familiarize themselves with new products,...
Mon, Jun 08 , 2020 Bill
5 Jun 2020

Audi e-tron Models With High Charging Performance

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="48078"] source: Audi AG The Audi e-tron 55** charges with maximum charging capacity of up to 150 kW over a large portion of the charging procedure The real charging duration depends largely on the ideal charging curve Unique charging curve: short charging duration even beyond 80% The Audi e-tron** is fully charged at a fast charging terminal in around 45 minutes The charging process is central to the everyday usabil...
Fri, Jun 05 , 2020 Bill
2 Jun 2020

Video of the Day: Audi RS 4 Avant vs RS Q8 vs RS Q3

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="47940"] words: Bill, photo: carwow It's been awhile since we've seen Mat Watson but he's come back with a winner. Last time, he raced an Audi RS 6 Avant against an AMG E63, a BMW M5 Competition, and a Porsche Panamera. This time, he's in an RS 4 and he's challenging an RS Q8 and an RS Q3 in a drag. I know which one I would want no matter where it ends up. Watch all the fun below. [embed]https://youtu.be/AEKgLM8ZudQ[/embed]
Tue, Jun 02 , 2020 Bill
1 Jun 2020

Find of the Day: 2002 Audi allroad – Winner of the Beater Category

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="47929"] words: Bill, photos: Craigslist In Episode 4 of our weekly Find of the Day: Throwdown Edition, our 1st category was Beaters under $3,000. I figured we would get some hilarious Audi that really defined the word Beater but I was wrong. Will Barber, Audi e-commerce guru and all around good guy, pulled this almost-pristine Highland Green 2002 Audi allroad out of his hat. As you can see, this ain't no beater. Here's the (very short a...
Mon, Jun 01 , 2020 Bill