2 May 2019

Find of the Day: 1994 Audi RS2

words: Bill, photos: DCT Wielsbeke & Maldegem The RS2...almost the Holy Grail of Audi enthusiasts. Good news for us in the States as the 25 year rule falls to the wayside this year. This particular example (located in Belgium) will be legal in October but maybe you should think about jumping on it now and store it until October. Why jump on it now instead of waiting? It's only listed for €39,900 ($44,602.41USD). One RS2 we featured was listed at €69,911 ($78,150.36USD). Granted th...
Thu, May 02 , 2019 Bill
30 Apr 2019

Find of the Day: 2007 Imola Yellow Audi RS 4

words: Bill, photos: Sean Roberts RS cars are many things: big, brawny, beautiful...bright? Bright is definitely the word whenever you lay your eyes on Imola Yellow but add the allure of a B7 RS 4 and it becomes desirable...or not. Back in the day (over 10 years ago), I had a friend who purchased the twin to this car. I loved it but for others, it was a love or hate it kind of thing. When he went to sell it though the haters seem to have won. It took him awhile to get rid of it (he finally tra...
Tue, Apr 30 , 2019 Bill
25 Apr 2019

ABT Aerodynamic Upgrades for Audi Q8 Available Now

The Audi Q8 has a strong front appearance already coming from the factory, still ABT supports the aggressive factory octagonal grille even more by adding a dynamic front lip and highlights for the sideward air inlets. Although the most eye-catching changes are happening to the rear of the car. ABT is taking the factory rear skirt insert with its square-shaped openings and replacing it with a prominent diffuser that features double exhaust bezels. The new aerodynamic designs are topped off by...
Thu, Apr 25 , 2019 Bill
18 Apr 2019

Audi Teams Up with Marvel Studios on “Avengers: Endgame” Digital Short Featuring Captain Marvel

source: Audi of America Brie Larson as Captain Marvel gets a lesson on the past and present in humorous video featuring the all-electric Audi e-tron SUV Audi e-tron Sportback concept and Audi e-tron GT concept, appear in Marvel Studios’ "Avengers: Endgame" Audi to sponsor world premiere of Marvel Studios’ "Avengers: Endgame" HERNDON – Audi and Marvel Studios are back together, this time with a humorous digital short in anticipation of “Avengers: Endgame.” The video, call...
Thu, Apr 18 , 2019 Bill
15 Apr 2019

All-New 2019 Audi Q3: Design and Technology — in a Larger, More Premium Package

source: Audi of America Compact SUV attracts entry-segment buyer with fresh design and everyday functionality Technology enhancements include standard MMI® touch response system and standard digital instrument cluster All-new powertrain and standard quattro® all-wheel drive make Q3 an attractive entry point to the Audi brand HERNDON – Building on the success and rapid growth of the premium compact-SUV segment, Audi of America will introduce the all-new 2019 Q3 at this year...
Mon, Apr 15 , 2019 Bill
11 Apr 2019

Updated 2020 Audi R8 and Limited Edition R8 V10 Decennium Bring Powerful Performance to New York International Auto Show

source: Audi of America Audi R8 features sharpened design and enhanced performance – with all R8 models now achieving a top track speed of at least 200 mph Limited edition Audi R8 V10 Decennium celebrates ten years with unique design cues; 222 units available globally with 50 in the U.S. Both models are expected to be on sale this summer HERNDON – The iconic Audi R8 will make its appearance at the 2019 New York International Auto show in a big way, with the U.S. debut of bo...
Thu, Apr 11 , 2019 Bill
11 Apr 2019

Audi at Auto Shanghai 2019

source: Audi AG Audi Press Conference on April 16, 2019, at 5:00 a.m. (CEST) Two world premieres – Audi AI:ME and Audi Q2L e-tron Locally produced Audi Q3 launches on the market Audi is starting the Auto Shanghai 2019 motor show with two world premieres and a whole series of national innovations. The brand is presenting the visionary Audi AI:ME concept car in the southern Chinese metropolis. In addition, two electric models will make their series debut in Shanghai: t...
Thu, Apr 11 , 2019 Bill
10 Apr 2019

Refreshed 2019 Audi TT RS Makes US Debut at New York International Auto Show

source: Audi of America 2019 TT RS features redesigned front fascia Additional package and trim options offer drivers increased personalization 5-liter TFSI® engine generates 394 horsepower, 354 lb-ft of torque HERNDON – With an even more dynamic look, the top of the TT model line – the 2019 TT RS – makes its U.S. debut at the New York International Auto Show. The refreshed TT RS Coupe includes redesigned front and rear fasciae, enhanced technology offerings and additio...
Wed, Apr 10 , 2019 Bill
9 Apr 2019

Road & Track: Porsche Built Three Wild Wide-Body Audi 100 Coupes to Help Develop the 928

source: Road & Track In 1972, Porsche knew that its first V-8 would sit in the nose of a luxurious gran turismo, the 928. The company known for its rear or mid-engined, air-cooled sports cars was heading into uncharted territory. The 928 debuted at the 1977 Geneva Motor Show, but before it could get there, Porsche had to buy and chop up a few Audis, a Mercedes-Benz and an Opel to use as development mules. As Julius Weitmann's and Rico Steinemann's excellent book on the 928 explains...
Tue, Apr 09 , 2019 Bill
8 Apr 2019

Audi Expands Polymer 3D Printing in Production

source: Audi AG Audi assumes pioneering role within Volkswagen Group Printed auxiliary tools now also improve workflows in volume production Global 3D printing network under construction Audi is expanding the use of 3D printers in Production. Custom designed and locally printed, auxiliary tools from the 3D printer help employees on the production lines. A separate department will be responsible for implementation at the Neckarsulm site in the future. Th...
Mon, Apr 08 , 2019 Bill
6 Apr 2019

Car and Driver: The 2019 Audi Q3 Arrives This Summer and Here’s Everything We Know about the U.S. Model

source: Car and Driver The new crossover gets only one engine for the U.S., and it is more appealing than its predecessor. We have more U.S.-specific information about the new 2019 Audi Q3 crossover, which will go on sale on our shores this summer. The redesigned Q3 will come with a single powertrain in the U.S., a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. There's no pricing available yet, but we expect it to star...
Sat, Apr 06 , 2019 Bill
6 Apr 2019

The New Audi MediaTV App

words: Bill, stills: Audi MediaTV There is a new way to connect with Audi. Audi MediaTV has released an app just for the eager Audi fan. Enjoy exclusive world premieres, brand new models, and behind-the-scene looks at new technology and design. Stream them to your smart TV, Apple TV, or on your smartphone/tablet. It's as easy as 1-2-3. Like they say, there's an app for everything. Enjoy. [embed]https://youtu.be/kN8s8Bb_lqk[/embed]
Sat, Apr 06 , 2019 Bill
6 Apr 2019

Spied: B9.5 Audi S4 Avant

As Audi moves closer to launch of its freshened B9 range of cars, more and more test mules of the many variants are being spied in locales known for prototype testing. This week, an updated B9.5 S4 Avant was caught cold weather testing. Spoiler alert, the Audi S4 Avant isn't coming to America... at least based on any rumors we've ever heard. While there's been plenty of talk about A6 allroad and even RS 6, it is believed the B9 Avant is too far into lifecycle to make sense for importat...
4 Apr 2019

2019 Audi e-tron arrives next month: Fully electric SUV built for everyday use is designed for customers to go electric today

source: Audi of America e-tron deliveries to begin in May to reservation holders, in line with demonstration vehicles arriving at dealerships   Fully electric e-tron is the right size, in the right segment, with the right tech and right ecosystem to go electric today Audi e-tron battery engineered for repeatable performance, longevity and peak charging power – to deliver EPA-estimated 204 mile range – supported by fastest charging in its class HERNDON – The 2019 Audi e-tron – ...
Thu, Apr 04 , 2019 Bill
3 Apr 2019

Introducing The New Audi b-tron Concept

words: Bill, Audi Australia, photos: Audi Australia When most Americans think of Australia and cars, they imagine wild machines powered by huge V8s and lots of tire smoke...or vehicles from the Mad Max film series. However, Audi Australia has gone a different route- a vehicle powered by a new hex cell source and it is called the b-tron. Here's the press release: Audi’s new eco-model generates enormous international ‘buzz’ with a natural, energy-rich fuel source Audi is shapi...
Wed, Apr 03 , 2019 Bill
1 Apr 2019

No Fooling…TTS Drives Herself Around Thunderhill Raceway

words: Bill, photo/video: Stanford University Meet Shelley, the plucky Audi TTS who takes on Thunderhill Raceway by herself...with no human driver. Stanford University's Chris Gerdes, Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Director of the Center for Automotive Research, and his team of students have been testing their autonomous driving algorithms for several years on the aforementioned Shelley. Shelley has reached speeds up to 120 mph but she normally drives around the 50-75 mph...
Mon, Apr 01 , 2019 Bill
29 Mar 2019

Innovative water treatment at Audi saves up to 500,000 cubic meters of fresh water a year

New service-water supply center in operation Three-stage water treatment using a membrane bioreactor Rüdiger Recknagel, Head of Environmental Protection: “We are reducing fresh water requirements at the Ingolstadt site by one third and avoiding 40 percent of wastewater.” Audi has reached another milestone on its way to wastewater-free automobile production. The company has put a new service-water supply center into operation at the Ingolstadt site. In conjunction with...
Fri, Mar 29 , 2019 Bill
28 Mar 2019

2019 Audi Q8 Earns 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from NHTSA

source: Audi of America Rating earned following NHTSA New Car Assesment Program testing of 2019 Audi Q8 5-Star Safety Rating program evaluates vehicle crash test performance 5-Star Overall Safety Rating is highest rating possible HERNDON – The 2019 Audi Q8 was awarded a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating – the highest possible overall rating – from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). To achieve a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating, the Q8 was tested under NHTSA’s...
Thu, Mar 28 , 2019 Bill
28 Mar 2019

quattro Magazine: Pacific German’s S4llroad

words: Troy Sicotte, photos: Denis Podmarkov for Imola Media Editor’s note: With the imminent arrival of the Q2_2019 issue of quattro magazine, we decided to run the featured article from Q1_2019 and included the full photo gallery (over 100 photos) Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way(gon)… The station wagon automotive body style nomenclature is broad and varies by manufacturer and country of origin: Touring, estate, shooting brake, long roof, Avant, and simply… wagon. The America...
Thu, Mar 28 , 2019 Bill