June 12, 2011 - Published By quattroworld -
in 2011 Le Mans.
Audi claims victory at the 79th running of the 24 hours of Le Mans! André Lotterer was able to maintain an incredible pace and setting the fastest lap at (3m 25.289) on lap 229. He was able to successfully navigate the artificial traffic caused by the Peugeot drivers in an attempt to slow him down and crossed the finish line victoriously! The race was a dramatic one with both the #1 car and #3 cars exiting the race in very scary wrecks that destroyed the car. The #2 car set the standard early by taking pole position but they did not lead throughout the race. Once they were the only car left you could tell the stakes were raised much higher. We are so excited for the entire team at Audi Sport and are very thankful for allowing us to share this experience with them! Congratulation to Leena Gade as she is the very first woman engineer to represent the winning team at Le Mans! We will post more pictures and news soon so stay tuned!
September 29, 2010 - Published By quattroworld -
in Audi News.
The 1980 Geneva Motor Show saw the debut of an automobile, whose name went on to become more than just a symbol for a long line of success by the manufacturer. The quattro from Audi is also the gold standard for the combination of winning motor sport qualities with the utmost in everyday practicality.
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the debut of the quattro, Audi is presenting a show car at the 2010 Paris Motor Show that moves a futuristic interpretation of this concept into the fast lane: the Audi quattro concept, a thoroughbred driving machine with 300 kW (408 hp), five-cylinder turbocharged engine, a lightweight body and – of course – the latest generation of quattro permanent all-wheel drive.
The very first glimpse of the new Col de Turini White show car awakens memories of another legendary ancestor: the 1984 Sport quattro, a 306 hp evolutionary stage of the Audi quattro Coupé with a shortened wheelbase. In fact, the Audi quattro concept also represents the systematic further development of a production coupé using high-performance technology. The foundation is provided by the powerful Audi RS 5, one of the brand’s sportiest production vehicles ever.
Continue reading ‘Audi quattro concept revealed at Paris Auto Show’
September 16, 2010 - Published By quattroworld -
in A1.
The “next big Audi” will be one of the stars at the DTM at Oschersleben (September 17 to 19). Before the DTM race starts 40 Audi A1 cars will do a lap around the track.
The Sales Organization Germany of AUDI AG will hand over the premium vehicles from the small car segment to dealers at the Audi Drive Away. The lap around the race track on Sunday will be the grand finale of this activity. Continue reading ‘The “next big Audi” at the DTM’
September 4, 2010 - Published By quattroworld -
in Audi RS5.
No doubt that there will be RS5 drivers who are willing to give their new toy away for an hour. The reward for this short abstinence: a top speed of 303 km/h. This is available with help of the MTM V-Cantronic: a small additional control device, which can be built in by MTM partners or directly at MTM in Wettstetten/Ingolstadt, without any complex reconstruction. The V-Cantronic removes the factory speed limiter of 250 or 280 km/h to 303 km/h. The owners who wait four more hours will be rewarded by a double flood stainless steel exhaust system and the most famous side will be designed definitely sportier and more individual: the rear of the 450 HP sportscar, that Audi started to deliver the last days.
- Top speed of 303 km/h, thanks to MTM V-Cantronic
- MTM exhaust system and MTM rims in the Bimoto Design are available
The Audi refiner MTM from Wettstetten offers the first components, which make the RS5 even sportier and even if the power enhancement for the 450 HP engine keeps us waiting, the top speed of 303 km/h is a foretaste of the future MTM RS5. The costs: 1.499 Euros. The stainless steel exhaust system proposed by MTM is with throttle valves and offers not only a good looking rear view with black end pipes (ceramic coating with MTM writing), but also a new sound. The costs: starting at 2.998 Euros.
An individually adjustable spring-kit is in development.
Typically MTM: the nine –spokes Bimoto rims, which are available in 19”, 20” and 21” for the RS5. The 20” Bimoto forged is a special quality . On top of that, MTM advises a MTM spacers-kit, which widens about 20mm. Price for the MTM rims set and tyres start from 2.249 Euros (19”).
- oneighturbo.com
August 12, 2010 - Published By quattroworld -
in Audi News.
AUDI AG is setting new standards in logistics: The carmaker is using trains powered by green electricity to transport its cars from Ingolstadt to the North Sea loading port of Emden, making it the first company in Germany to use green electricity in this way. This innovative logistics concept is a trailblazing step for the car industry and an important element of Audi’s strategy of ensuring that production is sustainable in all areas. (continue reading…)
July 25, 2010 - Published By quattroworld -
in Audi News.
The Audi Magazine is the official magazine of Audi UK, now available as an iPad App. With topics ranging from art and architecture to adventurous travel and new technology, plus all the latest Audi models, the magazine represents the full breadth of the Audi brand. The new App features lots of additional content, like slideshows, music and video, all in easy-to-navigate, multi-layered digital form. Continue reading ‘Audi Magazine for the Apple iPad’
July 15, 2010 - Published By quattroworld -
in Audi News.
Audi is launching a new design for the Audi TTS Pikes Peak before the autonomous car completes crucial high-speed test runs up Pikes Peak in Colorado this fall. (continue reading…)
July 13, 2010 - Published By quattroworld -
in Audi News.
The Audi team secured a double victory for the four rings in the inaugural “Silvretta E-Auto Rally Montafon 2010” and the 13th “Silvretta Classic Montafon” with the Audi e-tron technology demonstrator based on the R8 and the Audi ur-quattro from 1988. Three-time Mille Miglia winner Luciano Viaro clinched first place in the classic car rally. Development Chief Michael Dick and works driver Lucas Luhr took the Audi e-tron electric sports car across the finishing line with the best result over a course of 167.5 kilometers (104.08 miles). (continue reading…)
March 29, 2010 - Published By quattroworld -
in Audi News.
The Toolmaking Division of AUDI AG is today celebrating the opening of an extension building and with it the introduction of a synchronized production system. The new system ensures that all work steps are now perfectly coordinated for an even leaner and more efficient production process. (continue reading…)
“Hello everybody! When you read these lines, I’ll be down under in Australia. While we were testing the Audi R15 TDI in the United States I received a message that FIA President Jean Todt was expecting me to call him back. He invited me to support the stewards at the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Australia. (continue reading…)
