9 Sep 2019

High Performance and Innovative Design: The All-New Audi RS 7 Sportback

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="33522"] source: Audi AG New high-performance Sportback the first to feature a wide body Good-looking and suitable for everyday use: coupé-like grand tourer design V8 twin turbo: 4.0 TFSI producing 441 kW (600 metric hp) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) The new Audi RS 7 Sportback (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 11.6 – 11.4 (20.3 – 20.6 US mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 265 – 261 (426.5 – 420.0 g/mi)) marks the mo...
Mon, Sep 09 , 2019 Bill
9 Sep 2019

Video of the Day: CarWow – Tesla Model 3 vs Audi e-tron vs Jaguar I-Pace vs…Toyota Supra?

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="33480"] words: Bill, photos: CarWow The electric age is coming...in fact, the groundwork is been laid by Tesla. OEMs have followed suit and will eventually catch up and pass Tesla. But what about the section of the driving public who wants to cling onto the present? [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="33470"] CarWow has put the new guard against the old guard in their latest drag race, rolling drag, and brake test. Lined up agai...
Mon, Sep 09 , 2019 Bill
9 Sep 2019

The Gran Turismo Among The Plug-In Hybrids: Audi A7 Sportback 55 TFSI e quattro

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="33449"] source: Audi AG 367 hp system output, 500 Nm (368.8 lb-ft) of torque and quattro drive Electric range of over 40 km (24.9 mi), electric-only driving at up to 135 km/h (83.9 mph) Sportily equipped: S line, privacy glazing and sport suspension Convenient charging with the Audi e-tron Charging Service and myAudi app Audi is systematically pursuing its electrification strategy and is now offering its large ...
Mon, Sep 09 , 2019 Bill
8 Sep 2019

Audi at the IAA Frankfurt 2019

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="33446"] source: Audi AG Audi Press Conference on September 10, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. (CEST) Two world debuts – Audi AI:TRAIL and Audi RS 7 Sportback* Show debut for an array of new models Shown to a live audience for the first time: the Audi e-tron FE06 Audi is bringing two world debuts and an array of show firsts to Frankfurt in September 2019. The brand with the four rings is using the International Motor Show (IAA...
Sun, Sep 08 , 2019 Bill
6 Sep 2019

Audi Closes August With Around 150,100 Automobiles Delivered

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="33440"] source: Audi AG Due to prior-year effects worldwide deliveries down 2.5 percent in the month Increasing demand in China and North America Hildegard Wortmann, Member of the Board of Management for Sales and Marketing: “New models will produce growth over the next few months” Audi delivered around 150,100 automobiles to customers worldwide last month. 2.5 percent less than a year ago. In August 2018, the sale of...
Fri, Sep 06 , 2019 Bill
6 Sep 2019

The Audi A5 Is Now More Attractive Than Ever

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="33301"] source: Audi AG Sporty harmony and dynamic elegance in design New MMI touch operating concept The Audi A5 Sportback, the A5 Coupé and the A5 Cabriolet now feature a new, tauter look and the cutting-edge MMI touch operating concept. Mild hybrid technology offers greater comfort while also reducing fuel consumption. The 3.0 TDI engine with electric powered compressor and 48-volt main electrical system in the updated A...
Fri, Sep 06 , 2019 Bill
3 Sep 2019

70 Years of Audi in Ingolstadt: Three Special Exhibitions at the Audi Forum

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="33128"] source: Audi AG Insights into the success story of the four rings at the AUDI AG headquarters Exhibitions also depict long-time partnership with the city of Ingolstadt Audi has been building cars at the Ingolstadt site for 70 years. The heart of the Group beats in this Bavarian city on the Danube: Ingolstadt is where AUDI AG has its headquarters and operates its largest production site worldwide. To mark the 70th anniversary of the c...
Tue, Sep 03 , 2019 Bill
29 Aug 2019

Brand With The Four Rings Shines At World’s Largest Lighting Congress

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32946"] source: Audi AG Audi guest speakers on podium at ISAL 2019 Next-generation digital Audi OLED technology At the thirteenth International Symposium on Automotive Lighting (ISAL 2019), Audi presenters will offer insights into the next generation of OLED lighting technology. The new digital OLED technology enables customizable lighting designs and permits communication using the exterior lighting. The congress begins on ...
Thu, Aug 29 , 2019 Bill
26 Aug 2019

Ten Countries In 24 Hours: Audi e-tron On Tour

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32762"] source: Audi AG Long-distance test covering over 1,600 kilometers (994.2 mi) from Slovenia to the Netherlands Fast-charging with up to 150 kW in less than half an hour Range, efficiency, performance, comfort – the strengths of the Audi e-tron Ten European countries in 24 hours – the Audi e-tron (combined electrical consumption in kWh/100 km*: 26.4 - 22.9 (WLTP); 24.6 - 23.7 (NEDC), combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 0 (0 g/mi))...
Mon, Aug 26 , 2019 Bill
20 Aug 2019

Confirmed: All-New Audi RS 6 Avant Is Coming to America!!!

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32608"] source: Audi of America High-performance RS 6 Avant delivers exhilarating driving dynamics with everyday functionality RS 6 Avant, with 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, sprints from 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 3.6 seconds RS 6 Avant eighth model in growing Audi Sport U.S. lineup coming in 2020 HERNDON, Va., August 20, 2019 – Audi of America announced today, the all-new high-performance wagon, the RS 6 Avant, is coming to the U.S. market. ...
Tue, Aug 20 , 2019 Bill
19 Aug 2019

Audi Launches “Always Audi” Program For New Customers Offering Seven Complimentary Rental Days With Silvercar by Audi

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32514"] source: Audi of America New Audi customers offered seven Silvercar by Audi rental car days at no additional cost with purchase or lease of 2019 or newer Audi vehicle Audi A4, A5 Cabriolet, Audi Q5 or Audi Q7 available to Audi customers through the Silvercar by Audi network Program marks industry first for premium market; enhances customer experience linking ownership and on-the-go transportation needs Audi of America an...
Mon, Aug 19 , 2019 Bill
16 Aug 2019

Awards for Audi since May 2019

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32487"] source: Audi AG Euro-NCAP: five stars for the Audi e-tron The Audi e-tron has earned the maximum five-star rating in the Euro-NCAP, the leading European program for evaluating the safety of passenger cars. The Audi e-tron achieved excellent scores in the tests for protection of adults, for frontal collision and for the emergency braking system, which reacted very safely to other vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians. The e-tron�...
Fri, Aug 16 , 2019 Bill
13 Aug 2019

Last Chance Opportunity for European R8 Tour

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="15517"] Last Chance Opportunity for European R8 Tour  Four places to join the Audi Club La Dolce Vita R8 tour in October just opened up. A medical problem forced 2 couples to cancel their R8 adventure. There are 2 R8 Spyders available - 2 participants per car. Call Sally at the Audi Club office (262)567-5476 now to reserve your spot. Please see the email below for full details. This Audi Club North America exclusive event starts in...
Tue, Aug 13 , 2019 Bill
5 Aug 2019

Audi Combines e-scooter With Skateboard

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32309"] source: Audi Sport Audi e-tron Scooter: functionality and style for the last mile The rider has one hand free, can look around and give hand signals Production and sales planned for late 2020 With a new e-scooter concept, Audi is responding to the urban trend towards multi-modal mobility. The Audi e-tronScooter, combining the advantages of the electric scooter and the skateboard, is designed for sporty riders. To be tr...
Mon, Aug 05 , 2019 Bill
2 Aug 2019

Automobile: The Fate of the Next Audi A4 Has Been Decided—It Stays a Proper Audi

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="27074"] source: Automobilemag.com The Fate of the Next Audi A4 Has Been Decided—It Stays a Proper Audi Plus details on an RS e-tron halo car, and which models Audi may kill. On July 1, the first working day of former BMW exec Hildegard Wortmann, the new Audi AG board member in charge of sales and marketing, the product strategy committee (PSK) finally decided on the future of the next Audi A4, which we expect in 2022 or 2023. The project, code...
Fri, Aug 02 , 2019 Bill
2 Aug 2019

Advantage in the DTM: With TFSI Power at the Top

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32266"] source: Audi Sport Audi leads all three championships after ten races New Audi RS 5 DTM with strong interim tally Head of Audi Motorsport Dieter Gass: “Races are super-thrilling” After the first five events of the 2019 DTM season, two things are clear: The new Class 1 race cars with their more than 610-hp two-liter four-cylinder turbo engines guarantee gripping motorsport. And Audi right now has an advantage o...
Fri, Aug 02 , 2019 Bill
31 Jul 2019

Audi A5 Sportback S-line Facelift Hot Weather Testing

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32100"] The facelifted A5 Sportback has been spotted hot weather testing by our spy photographers. This lightly camouflaged example looks to have an S-line front spoiler in addition to new grille, headlights, and bumper up front. The rear boasts a slightly revised rear bumper and freshened rear lights. [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32106"] We don't have any interior photos but it's said that Audi will be carrying over a new ve...
Wed, Jul 31 , 2019 Bill
31 Jul 2019

Audi Tests Assembly Processes For The e-tron GT Entirely Virtually

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="32080"] source: Audi AG Workflows on assembly line and associated logistics processes are being tested entirely virtually for the first time Use of virtual reality facilitates cross-site collaboration and saves resources Markus Moinot, Head of Production Planning Processes at Neckarsulm: “The Audi e-tronGT is the first car in the Group to have all its assembly processes and the associated logistics processes tested without an act...
Wed, Jul 31 , 2019 Bill
29 Jul 2019

Jalopnik: This Looks Like the 2020 Audi RS7 Sportback in Camo Running Around Denver

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="31773"] source: Jalopnik Audi’s A7 Sportback is an attractive, interesting four-door full-size hatchback, a class of car sadly underrepresented here in America ever since everyone decided not to buy Merkur Scorpios. There’s a new version of the hottest variant of the Sportback coming out, the RS7 Sportback, and this seems to be it, testing in Denver... See more photos and the rest of the story HERE
Mon, Jul 29 , 2019 Bill
29 Jul 2019

All-New 2020 Audi S7: Sophisticated Design Meets Exceptional Performance

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="31487"] source: Audi of America Five-door coupe enhanced with S model design elements Twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter engine with electric compressor provides a wider range of torque over its predecessor S sport package with dynamic all-wheel steering and quattro® sport differential delivers enhanced driving dynamics With even more performance and innovative technologies than its predecessor, combined with a dynamic design, the all-new 2020 Audi S...
Mon, Jul 29 , 2019 Bill