23 Oct 2018

Fastest Model Is Now Even Hotter: Extensive Update For Audi R8

source: Audi Sport Editor's Note: No sooner had I published the R8 teaser from Audi Sport, an email from Audi Media came through. Lo and behold, it's the refreshed 2020 R8. - Bill Powerful V10 naturally aspirated engines in two output ratings Modified suspension components for even more dynamic handling Striking exterior design, sales launch in early 2019 “Born on the track, built for the road.” The volume-production model now follows after the world premiere of...
Tue, Oct 23 , 2018 Bill
23 Oct 2018

Did Audi Sport Just Show Us The Refreshed R8?

words: Bill Cho, photo: Audi Sport Twitter Yesterday, Audi Sport's Twitter account posted a photo. That's not uncommon as they post photos every day but the sharp eyed Audi aficionados spotted something...different. [embed]https://twitter.com/audisport/status/1054402005408583680[/embed] What do you see different? Well since we only see a small portion of the front, not much. A widened grill, bigger air intakes, redesigned headlights? Now compared that with a current model R8 belo...
Tue, Oct 23 , 2018 Bill
23 Oct 2018

Elaphe Propulsion’s R8 Is Not Mid-Engined – In Fact It Has No Engine

words: Bill Cho, photos/video: Elaphe Propulsion Nor does it have a transmission or gearbox. So how can it go from 0-60 in 3.5 seconds? Elaphe Propulsion builds motors into the wheels. The wheels on this R8 produce a combined 4,425 ft-lb of torque and 590hp. How well does this technology work? Well watch the video below and decide for yourself and read all about Elaphe Propulsion here.   [embed]https://youtu.be/NNM9LPgZWME[/embed] [gallery size="large" ids="19471,19...
Tue, Oct 23 , 2018 Bill
17 Oct 2018

Limited To 10 Units, The 2018 Audi R8 V10 plus Coupe Competition Package Arrives In November

Most performance-oriented production R8 model ever produced Factory-installed complete range of Audi Sport performance parts Full carbon fiber aero kit helps increase downforce HERNDON, Va. – With limited production at 10 units for the United States, each R8 Competition package is preconfigured with all the available Audi Sport performance parts and represents the brand's most performance-oriented production R8 model ever produced. Optimized performance The R8 V10 plus Cou...
Wed, Oct 17 , 2018 Bill
28 Sep 2018

Audi Sport Teases Believed R8 or TT Racer Ahead of Paris Motor Show

The Paris Motor Show's press days are coming up next week, and given that Audi Sport has teased an expected reveal planned for the event. The photo above was posted by Audi Sport to Facebook confirming the reveal of what's under the cover set for October 2. What's under the cover? That remains unclear. The rings on the hood narrow it down to either some sort of TT or R8. Proportionally, it appears to be an R8. Further, hood latches further up the bonnet suggest it's some sort of racecar. ...
30 Jul 2018

What If Audi Built the R8 in the 1980s?

In the slow news cycle that is the summer season between international Auto Shows, British car buff magazine AutoCar is getting creative by having dutch designer Ruben Ooms imagine modern era models had they been introduced in eras well ahead of their time. Very interestingly, the Audi R8 has made the cut for their imaginings. There is no doubt that the late 1970s and 1980s had Audi very seriously focusing on quattro. The ur quattro (coupé) built the legend that is the modern era of the...
19 Jul 2018

Audi Convertibles by ABT – The Perfect Summer Drives

[source: ABT] It is the season for sun-seeking car enthusiasts and ABT offers many ways to dress up the Convertibles from Audi. The Audi A5 and S5 Cabriolet not only let’s you feel the wind in your hair but also gives pure driving enjoyment. Time to treat the sporty two-door with some aerodynamic parts from ABT like a new front spoiler and rear skirt set. The latter also comes with a new rear muffler that kicks up the sound performance yet another notch. Height adjustable suspe...
Thu, Jul 19 , 2018 Bill
10 Jul 2018

Ultra-Limited Edition R8 for UK Forges Even Closer Motorsport Links

source: Audi UK Five unique Audi Sport Performance Parts R8 Editions bound for the UK Featuring three-way adjustable coilover suspension, downforce-enhancing CFRP aero kit and lightweight 20-inch fully milled wheels with cup tyres Naturally aspirated V10 with 610PS and 560Nm Each of the five examples will be finished exclusively in Misano red and priced at £176,560 OTR Devotees of the Audi R8 in the UK will have just five chances to secure a particularly special Audi Sport ...
10 Jul 2018

Audi Sport performance parts on R8 and R8 RWS

Audi Sport performance parts may not yet be available in the USA, but these upgrades from the four rings' performance division are showing up more and more in Europe. Take for example these three different R8s that have circulated through the Audi Forum Neckarsulm. Audi announced several months ago that it was launching this line of customer racing inspired performance parts. For now, they're geared toward R8 and TT RS models, likely with more to come in the future. The line is comprised ...
29 Jun 2018

Find of the Day: James Sofronas’ GMG Racing R8 Spyder

For anyone considering picking up a current-generation Audi R8 Spyder, we've found a very slightly used example on the market that may be of particular interest. The OEM plus looking Spyder you see here is owned by GMG Racing owner and Audi R8 GT4 racer James Sofronas, and it could be yours. This R8 Spyder is a 2017, and has logged just 1,400 miles. And, while it hasn't logged much distance, James utilized his own GMG Racing shop to make sure it was highly tailored to his tastes. The rund...
28 Jun 2018

Hot Wheels Adds Audi R8 LMS in Retro Livery

Heads up if you're headed out to Target or the like, Hot Wheels is actively adding more Audi designs to its lineup. The most recent offering, part of the EuroSpeed collection is this Audi R8 LMS (Mk2) in a retro Audi Sport livery similar but not identical to one of the Audi R8 LMS GT4 entries to the IMSA Continental Tires race on Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona weekend. Unlike the Audi RS 6 Avant we've only found online, or the upcoming Sport quattro we spied posted by Hot Wheels on Instagram, ...
26 Jun 2018

Jay Leno’s Garage Features Audi R8 RWS

If you're a fan of Audi and also of YouTube video programming, then you're probably familiar with the Jay Leno's Garage series. In his "retirement", the former Tonight Show host and consummate car enthusiast now uses his Big Dog Garage facility to film features on some of the coolest cars. Now, adding to that mix, is his take on the Audi R8 RWS. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGoKuSfJYUI&t=1004s Audi of America R8 product planner Anthony Garbis stops in as a guest in this episode,...
22 Jun 2018

Facelift Audi R8 Spied Again, Rumored with 2.9-Biturbo from RS 5

AutoCar has published more photos of the upcoming Audi R8 facelift. What you see above is just one shot of nearly every angle of this red specimen spy photographers encountered testing in Europe. Beyond that, another very interesting detail is the reported on-again rumor of a V6 biturbo variant. A forced induction V6 of some sort has been a rumor that's surrounded the current R8 (Mk2) from the very beginning. Audi never bothered investing in the previous car's high-rev 4.2-liter V8 becau...
14 Jun 2018

Find of the Day: Audi exclusive Arrow Grey Pearl R8 V10 Coupe RWS

[words: Bill Cho, photos: Coleton Guerin, Clear Detailing] Yes I know our last Find of the Day was also an Audi exclusive R8 V10 Coupe RWS but since there are only 320 landing on our shores and fewer in Audi exclusive colors, any find is a Find of the Day. This gorgeous example is painted in Audi exclusive Arrow Grey Pearl. Coleton Guerin, owner of Clear Detailing in Greely, CO and photographer of these photos, spent over 12 hours  bringing out the brilliance of this color. ...
Thu, Jun 14 , 2018 Bill
2 Jun 2018

Find of the Day: Audi exclusive Riviera Blue R8 V10 Coupe RWS

[words: Bill Cho, photos: James Lee (food4audis)] The R8 V10 RWS is already a rare breed with only 999 produced with 320 of them coming to the States. If you want even more exclusivity, feast your eyes on this Audi exclusive Riviera Blue...1 of 1. While cruising through my Facebook feed, a flash of blue caught my eye. Our friend, Phil Braun, posted this beauty. Phil is the Audi Sport Specialist at Walter's Audi in Riverside, CA. I asked if he could send me more photos and that's when J...
Sat, Jun 02 , 2018 Bill
25 May 2018

Drag Race: Audi R8 vs Ducati Panigale V4

[words: Bill Cho, video: Autocar] As we head into the weekend, let us take in the glory that is this ridiculous (but awesome) drag race: Audi R8 V10 vs Ducati Panigale V4. The lads over at Autocar have pitted these corporate cousins against each other for no other reason than because why not? Enjoy. [embed]https://youtu.be/g1A_nijCVqs[/embed] [gallery size="large" ids="14631,14632,14634,14635,14636,14637,14638,14639,14640,14641"]
Fri, May 25 , 2018 Bill
23 May 2018

Auto Express- Audi R8 RWS vs Porsche 911 GT3: Which Is Fastest In The Wet?

[video: Auto Express] Well, that didn't take long. Auto Express put the new Audi R8 RWS against the Porsche 911 GT3 in a very wet drag race. Normally, the wet conditions would be no problem for the R8 V10 but remember, this one is rear wheel drive. How will it fare against its corporate rival? [embed]https://youtu.be/qSRDbAQlqzQ[/embed]   [gallery size="large" ids="14499,14500,14501,14502,14503,14504,14505,14506,14507"]
Wed, May 23 , 2018 Bill
2 May 2018

Modern Pantera Project Features Audi DNA

If the measure of the economy is the number of bespoke, specialty and exotic cars debuting, then said market must be booming. Amongst a host of new offerings for the ultra rich is this modern interpretation of the venerable De Tomaso Pantera, commissioned by a well-off customer to be produced by ARES Design. The De Tomaso Pantera had no real ties to Audi. Produced from 1971 to 1992, the original car was penned by Marcello Gandini for Ghia. It was produced at the De Tomaso factory in Moden...
27 Apr 2018

ABT Builds Audi R8 Art Car for Worthersee

[source: ABT Sportsline] Tuning fans will have a tough decision to make in 2018: Not for the first time, the Tuning World Bodensee show at Lake Constance in Germany (10 - 13 May) and the legendary Wörthersee-Treffen at Lake Wörth in Austria (9 - 12 May) will overlap considerably. But you can only be in one place at a time! As a company, that is a little easier and ABT Sportslinewill be presenting interesting highlights at both events. At Lake Wörth, a very special masterpiece awaits...