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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...
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Hoonigan released Electrikhana 2 yesterday and you can see the Audi S1 Hoonitron in person this Saturday. The Hoonitron will be at the South OC Cars and Coffee which is scheduled from 8:30am to 11am on Saturday December 9th. The address is 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA. Arrive early as I'm sure the venue will be packed.
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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 ...
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source: Hoonigan
Hoonigan unveils a fresh identity, reflecting a strategic evolution in the company’s vision and focus
Wheel Pros, a leading provider of aftermarket vehicle enhancements, announced today it is rebranding to Hoonigan (collectively, the “Company”), effective immediately. The new name embraces the spirit of automotive culture and signifies the Company’s dedication to expanding its impact and fos...
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photos: Hoonigan
There was a rumor that a second Electrikhana had been filmed before Ken Block’s untimely passing, and fortunately for fans of Ken, his über successful Gymkhana series and of course Audi, Hoonigan has now confirmed it is set to release this final installment.
Brian Scotto hinted at the next film for our Relearning Curves feature not long after the first one came out. By that time, we hear the Hoonigan film team had relo...
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by: Mina Achorn, photos: Justic Goble
Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Q3_2023 issue of quattro Magazine. If you would like to subscribe to quattro Magazine, please join Audi Club here.
To say the Block family - yes, that Block family - has a busy schedule these days would be a massive understatement. Forget school sports or final exams for Lia, much less anyone else, because that’s just the start of it. Lia and...
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photo: carwow
We've seen the EV vs ICE drag races before but this one is a little special. Not only does it feature Ken Block's S1 Hoonitron, it also features the outgoing Audi R8 in the RWD GT guise with Dindo Capello driving. You may be familiar with Dindo...after all he won the 24 Hours of Le Mans 3 times, twice with Audi in 2004 and 2008. The RS e-tron GT is driven by Sebastian Grams, Managing Director of Audi Sport. How will Dindo ...
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In the final podcast of our women takeover for the summer Q3_2023 issue of quattro Magazine, Lucy and Lia Block join Leanne Kopras and Mina Achorn to talk about rally from the perspective of a 16-year-old (Lia) and a mom (Lucy). They also chat about current projects including Lia's ur quattro restoration, Lucy's e-tron Sportback, Blockhouse Racing, American rally, taking on Pike's Peak and of course the 43 Institute that they've start...
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Ken Block is questioning whether he’s going to pass out. It had taken just a moment from the point he pulled the handbrake for the wheel speed of his Audi Hoonitron S1 to go from 93 mph to 5 mph. He expertly timed turning the wheel to the right and released the brake while mashing the throttle. Without grip, wheel speed climbed faster than it fell, and in a heartbeat the Audi’s four Toyo Tires were spinning past 100 mph.
Now in the center of the ...
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source: Audi Australia
A multi-discipline motorsport champion, Mattias Ekström is the perfect person to put the Audi S1 Hoonitron through its paces as a tribute to his friend who was tragically killed at the start of the year.
One of the great racing drivers of the modern era, Mattias Ekström is constantly on the lookout for his next motorsport challenge. From winning the DTM Championship twice, to claiming the World Rallycross Champi...
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video: Hoonigans
Understandably, it has been a very hard couple of weeks for the family, friends, and coworkers of Ken Block and for his fans around the world. This past week in Park City, there was a Celebration of Life for Ken where a tribute video was played for those in attendance. After some discussion, they decided to offer the video to the rest of us so we too can celebrate the life of Ken Block.
In addition, Brian Scotto ...
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We've learned tragic news from Hoonigan tonight that Hoonigan founder and Gymkhana star Ken Block was killed earlier today in a snowmobile accident.
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Our hearts go out to the Block family and Ken's larger Hoonigan organization. His loss is profound not just for his family and the organization he steered, but for the Audi and greater car communities as well. Ken's ability to i...
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words: Louli Kourkounakis, photos: Hoonigan
Editor's Note: Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in the Q2_2022 issue of quattro Magazine. If you would like to subscribe to quattro Magazine, please join Audi Club here.
Turbo Monster. That was the name of the Sport quattro that Ken Block flew to Germany to pick up. It was also originally red before being made his own, stripped and repainted in white with a s...
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source: Audi AG
The Audi S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron is more than just a vehicle for US drift artist Ken Block. It pays homage to the legendary Audi Sport quattro S1 and is the result of real teamwork. An insight into the interdisciplinary story of its creation.
Stefan Murrweiss crosses his hands behind his head in his office at the Neckarsulm plant. How did it all start with the Hoonitron? The 50-year-old, who has been working at Audi fo...
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source: Audi AG
Electrikhana film featuring US drift artist celebrates world premiere
All-electric prototype developed and deployed by Audi Sport
Spectacular shoot in Las Vegas with motorsport icons from Audi
When US drift artist Ken Block releases his long-awaited Electrikhana video today, the Audi S1 Hoonitron will be featured as one of the principal performers: Developed and assembled at Audi Sport in Neckarsulm, the all-electric ...
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words: Bill, photos: Hoonitron
You've seen photos of the Audi S1 Hoonitron and have probably seen leaked video of it tearing up the streets of Las Vegas during filming of Electrikhana but now, it's time to do a deep dive into its design and technology. Ken Block and Brian Scotto (ahem...Audi Club Board Member) go through all phases of the Audi S1 Hoonitron from the power plant to the cooling system, wheels, design, etc.
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source: Audi AG
US drift artist drives Mattias Ekström’s Dakar car
Historic treasures from Audi Tradition at the GP Ice Race
Ken Block: “A phenomenal experience”
This was a car swap of a very special kind: with Mattias Ekström as the instructor in the co-driver’s seat, Ken Block tested the Audi RS Q e-tron with start number 224 on snow and ice. The outing during the GP Ice Race in Zell am See (Austria) was the spectacular...
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source: Audi AG
Audi develops all-electric one-of-a-kind car for “Elektrikhana” video
Legendary Audi Sport quattro S1 serves as the base for Audi designers
Ken Block: “This project makes a dream come true for me”
It instantly brings back memories of the legendary Audi Sport quattro S1 with which the four rings used to charge to the summit in the famous Pikes Peak Hill Climb event, aka the “Race To The Clouds:” Audi is pre...
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words/photos: Denis Podmarkov
It’s no secret that Audi and Hoonigan have formed a great friendship over these past couple of months. It’s also no secret that Brian Scotto is a huge Audi nerd who will school you on random and interesting Audi facts. We’ve seen the video where Brian and Ken Block take a trip to Germany and visit the home base for Audi. For those that went to SEMA, you saw the Sport Quattro replica and the Coupe quattr...
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source: Audi AG
Joint projects in the field of electric mobility
Audi ignited Block’s passion for motorsport
Rally and rallycross driver impressed by Audi RS e-tron GT
Electrifying addition to the brand with the four rings: Famous American Ken Block and Audi will be realizing exclusive joint projects in the field of electric mobility.
Ken Block has made a name for himself as a rally and rallycross driver since 2005....