Confident Both Off-Road and On-Road: the Audi Q8 e-tron edition Dakar

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94984"] Editor's Note: Audi of America confirmed for us today that there are no plans to bring the Q8 e-tron Edition Dakar to the USA at this moment in time. source: Audi AG Optimized off-road capability: Ground clearance raised by 31 millimeters A unique design language: Striking exterior and optional decals inspired by the RS Q e-tron from the Dakar Rally More grip: Off-road ready General Grabber AT3 all-terrain tires improve acceleration a...
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Audi Club Auction Watch: 12.28.2023

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94835"] Words: Steve Johnson Happy Holidays fellow Audi enthusiasts!  Do you find yourself searching through the internet’s multiple car auction sites looking for a specific model?  While it can be fun, it does consume valuable time you could spend returning those Christmas gifts that, were well-intended, just aren’t you.  So let us do some of the work for you.  Auction Watch monitors online auction sites for Audi models worthy of y...

The Virtual Supercar: Carlos Sainz Drives Audi Sport’s e-tron Vision Gran Turismo

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="93042"] source: Audi Australia Two-time World Rally Champion and three-time Dakar winner, Carlos Sainz, trials a car that started life in virtual reality before brought very much to life as a one-of-a-kind electric supercar. It’s an interesting combination to say the least – a rally great behind the wheel of a car that started life as a virtual racing in the world’s most celebrated driving simulator game. But at Audi Sport Neuburg recently...
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Spy Photo: Audi Q6 e-tron Sportback

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="92588"] It’s been a while since we last spotted the Sportback version of the electric Audi Q6 e-tron but now it’s time again and of course we figured we could share this set with you. With the regular version of the Q6 e-tron basically already revealed both in and out, Audi has still kept the Sportback version away from both us and journalists. Of course the Sportback will share everything with its boxier brother except for the sloping roof t...
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Spy Photo: Audi A6 Avant e-tron

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="91778"] Audi is not going to let BMW have the market for the electric premium wagons alone with the i5 Touring so it’s only natural to bring the A6 e-tron as a long-roof as well. The Audi A6 Avant e-tron was pre-viewed by the beautiful A6 Avant e-tron Concept back in March 2022 so we knew it was coming. And now the prototypes are also out and testing giving us a good look at the overall design. [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="...
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Spy Photo: Audi RS 6 e-tron Goes Widebody

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="90555"] The development of the RS version of the electric Audi A6 e-tron, the RS 6 e-tron, continues as the prototypes have now moved to the next level of development. Audi has already mentioned, via design boss Marc Lichte, that the RS versions of the e-tron models will stand out with both a wider track and a wider body to set them more apart from the regular A6 e-tron models. We have some photos showing the next level of the development for the...
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Update for the Audi Q4 e-tron: More Range, More Efficiency, More Emotions

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="90333"] source: Audi AG Faster: Quicker charging, more power, characteristic sound Sportier: The new suspension with Audi’s DNA Safer: Comprehensive assist packages Audi is systematically continuing its course for growth in fully electric models. More than other e-models, the Audi Q4 e-tron family has contributed to the strong growth in deliveries in the first half of 2023 (+51.2 percent). It is being comprehensively updated in the 2024 mod...
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How the Interior of the Audi Q6 e-tron Applies the Brand’s New Design Philosophy in Series Production

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="89587"] source: Audi AG Designed from the inside out: The interior of the new Audi Q6 e-tron model series is tailored more closely than ever to the user’s needs and has been reimagined accordingly. For example, the three-dimensional, high-contrast design deliberately places elements in the foreground or background, creating a three-dimensional spatial architecture with aesthetics and ergonomics perfectly tuned to the occupants. The Audi Q6 e...
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2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Injects More Performance Into the Brand’s Sophisticated and Seamless Flagship Luxury Electric SUV

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="88520"] source: Audi of America Three-motor electric drivetrain improves acceleration and traction capabilities, and delivers more power than Q8 e-tron The addition of a second rear drive motor elevates total peak output to 496 hp and 718 lb.-ft. of torque in boost mode, and allows for intelligent torque vectoring, improving turn-in and cornering capabilities Form follows function; widened body, wheels and track combine with standard quattro® ...
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Audi Celebrates Motorsports Heritage and Readies for Future with R8 Taking Final Lap at Monterey Car Week

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="88476"] source: Audi of America The Audi R8 will take its final lap around the storied Laguna Seca raceway during the annual Monterey Car Week Audi enthusiasts invited to see final model year R8 and full Audi e-tron model line at Legends of the Autobahn Concours Brand will continue motorsports legacy with 2026 Formula 1 entry Audi of America says farewell to the Audi R8 at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion hosted at Laguna Seca during this...
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Audi Group: Good Performance in the First Half of the Year Despite Major Challenges

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="88401"] source: Audi AG CFO Jürgen Rittersberger says: “In the first six months, Audi has shown financial stability and is fully within the target corridor for operating return on sales” Member of the Board of Management for Sales Hildegard Wortmann: “Strong growth in all major sales regions – with more than 50 percent more electric cars delivered worldwide” Revenue increased to €34.2 billion in the first half of 2023, operating pro...
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EP4: NSU Prinz 4 with e-tron Power, Trainee Project at Audi Neckarsulm

[gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="87694"] To mark the 150th anniversary at Audi's Neckarsulm site, twelve apprentices electrified a classic car made in Neckarsulm An NSU Prinz 4L built in 1971 received a powertrain using components from the Audi e-tron and the Audi Q7 TFSI e quattro Audi Board Member for Human Resources Xavier Ros: "Projects like this show that our company has a strong future thanks to our young talent." [source: Audi AG] Family Day debut: To mark the...

Find of the Day: Corporate HQ Catalunya Red Audi e-tron at Audi Wichita

[gallery columns="1" size="full" link="file" ids="87077"] Think of it like high stakes Hot Wheels Treasure Hunts, but we're always fans of finding special build cars in the distribution system and sharing them with friends in the know. Case in point is this Catalunya Red Audi e-tron found at Audi Wichita in Kansas. Believe it or not, it's not an Audi exclusive color. The color, on the orange side of the red spectrum, Catalunya Red harkens the 80s Audi ur quattro rally cars and was populari...

Audi Redefines Quick Charging: First Audi Charging Hub in Austria Opened in Salzburg

[gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="86982"] Four reservable quick-charging points with up to 320 kW of output Vorsprung durch Technik enables sustainable charging without any drop in performance Accessibility, strong charging performance, existing infrastructure, and much more turn charging into an experience Ad-hoc charging also possible via credit card, Apple Pay, and Google Pay 24/7 availability and numerous services also make the charging hub attractive to people jus...

The ACNA ICE or EV Sweepstakes, Now in 1/18 Scale

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="86386"] Audi Club North America is offering a scaled-down version of its 2023 ICE or EV sweepstakes for one week only. From May 21st through May 27th, any donation to the ongoing sweepstakes to win your choice of a 2024 Audi RS 6 or 2024 Audi e-tron GT will automatically enter you in a drawing to win your choice of a 1/18 scale die-cast model of either vehicle. The RS 6 is a highly detailed cast resin model of the 2021 Tribute Edition finished ...

Audi Club Auction Watch: 05.18.2023

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="86331"] Words: Steve Johnson Fellow Audi enthusiasts, do you lose track of time searching the internet’s multiple car auction sites for a specific model?  If so, please let us do some of the work for you.  Auction Watch is monitoring numerous auction sites for Audi models worthy of bidding on.  Then, weekly in Auction Watch, we’ll post a short description with key data, a few pictures, and a link to the listing.  We hope to help you...

Next-Gen Audi A8 e-tron to be an All-Electric Technological Tour de Force

[gallery columns="1" size="full" ids="86141"] British magazine Autocar recently sat down with Audi’s user experience chief Sid Odedra to talk about the next-generation A8 flagship. Due to make its debut next year upon the 30th anniversary of the groundbreaking original A8, which ushered in aluminum space frame (ASF) construction, the all-new model looks to depart from convention with a sleek new shape and a host of future-forward technology. The next A8 will be built on the large PPE (Pr...

Audi at Auto Shanghai 2023: All-Electric Booth and Tailored Offerings for China Audi at Auto Shanghai 2023

[gallery columns="1" size="full" ids="85447"] [source: Audi AG] At Auto Shanghai 2023, Audi and its two joint-venture partners – First Automotive Works (FAW) and SAIC Motor - showcase their product portfolio for China on a joint booth. Sustainable premium mobility is taking center stage with a lineup of all-electric Audi vehicles. The Formula 1 show car featuring the four rings’ signature livery as well as the Audi A6 Avant e-tron concept and the Audi urbansphere concept are displayed p...

Quick Charging in Downtown Berlin: Latest Audi Charging Hub Uses Existing Infrastructure

[gallery columns="1" size="full" link="file" ids="85205"] [source: Audi AG] Four reservable quick-charging points with up to 320 kW of charging power Audi plans smart management for each additional charging hub High return rates in Nuremberg and Zurich validate the urban premium quick-charging concept Audi is opening its third charging hub: Following on from the Nuremberg and Zurich locations, the brand with the four rings now turns to a local partner company in Berlin, using the existing p...

2024 Audi Q8 e-tron

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="84963"] source: Audi of America 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron brings sophisticated, seamless electrification to luxury SUV segment with increased range, higher-power charging & improved driving dynamics Audi’s flagship electric SUV evolves from e-tron to Q8 e-tron; refining the driving experience and everyday usability, while enhancing performance and efficiency Elegant design enhancements optimize aerodynamic functions, and incorporate Audi’s new...
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