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Tag: Audi R8

  • Wiesmann GT MF5 – a Senational Lap Fighter

    In the last episode (number 254), the German TV-car magazine – DSF,  showed how the track-test operator Patric Simon – behind the wheels of a Wiesmann GT MF5 at the LUK Driving Center reached a lap time of 1:06:60 min with a top speed of 201,48 km/h. (more…)

  • 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro Pricing Announced

    Audi today announced that the U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail price for the highly anticipated 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro V10 sports car will start at $146,000, with shipments to authorized Audi R8 dealerships across the country beginning this week. (more…)

  • Prior Design Audi TT aerodynamic kit

    Prior-Design styling kits originate from the idea of combining the sporty and aggressive design of NTC with sheer elegance. The new Prior-Design aerodynamic kit for the Audi TT proves that affirmation. (more…)

  • Audi navigation system plus – Updated

    The new Audi navigation system plus with MMI (Multi Media Interface) operating logic in the A3, TT and R8 offers improved screen resolution and unmatched route calculation speed. (more…)

  • Audi at Wörthersee Tour 2009

    Each year Wörthersee plays host to the now legendary GTI meet, at which auto enthusiasts and of course Audi fans from throughout Europe come together. AUDI AG once again has its own stand at this extraordinary event. The brand’s appearance at the 28th Wörthersee Tour (from May 20-23) in Reifnitz, Kärnten (Austria), is dedicated to the centennial celebration “100 years of Audi.” In addition to historic models from various decades, the Ingolstadt carmaker is featuring showcase vehicles such as the Audi TT RS, the Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro and the Audi A1 Sportback. As a special highlight for the event at Wörthersee, Audi has prepared a customized Audi Q5 with 21-inch wheels, wider track, lowered ride height, a special paint finish and a power-enhanced 3.0 TFSI engine: the Audi Q5 custom concept. (more…)

  • Ultimate endurance test for new Audi R8 LMS

    In the course of the further development of the Audi R8 LMS, an ultimate endurance test is on the agenda for the new GT3 sports car of AUDI AG at the end of May: On May 23/24, Teams ABT Sportsline and Phoenix Racing, with “factory” support by Audi, will field a total of four vehicles in the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring. (more…)

  • MTM Audi R8 individual and unique

    Customers who want to avoid that their neighbours suddenly shows up with the same car, are now given a guarantee by MTM that this will certainly not happen. The new programme MTM individual meets all customer wishes and creates a unique automobile. (more…)

  • PPI R8 Razor automobile lifestyle in carbon fibre

    With the launching of the R8, Audi heats up against rivals Porsche, Ferrari and Bentley vigorously providing stiff competition. The Swabian, German tuners PPI Automotive Design GmbH, customize Audi’s flagship sportscar by stoking up the fire with even more coal going that extra mile by providing an enhanced look combined with improved driving dynamics. (more…)

  • Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro

    Audi continues to vigorously advance its successful strategy in the high-performance sports car segment. With the R8 the brand has established itself there right from the start – now follows the R8 5.2 FSI quattro. Its ten-cylinder engine churns out 386 kW (525 hp) and 530 Nm (390.91 lb-ft) of torque, which makes for breathtaking performance. With its distinctive design and superior Audi technologies such as quattro all-wheel drive, the lightweight aluminum body and the innovative, all-LED headlights, the R8 V10 takes pole position in its competitive field. (more…)

  • Audi Recognized for Design Excellence at Prestigious EyesOn Design Awards at the NAIAS 2009

    Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattroAudi of America announced that it won two awards at the EyesOn Design Awards Ceremony at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). (more…)

  • Audi Is “Light” Years Ahead With World’S First Led Headlights

    The order book opened in Britain for the V10 engined Audi R8 this month (1 January) and with it the German car manufacturer demonstrated another element of its pioneering Vorsprung durch Technik technology.

    The range-topping R8 is the first car in the world to be equipped with all-LED (light emitting diode) headlamps. For the first time the high intensity diodes have been used for low beam and high beam settings, as well as for daytime running lights and indicators, intensifying the sports car’s visual drama. (more…)

  • Audi crowned year’s most improved brand

    The trade magazine “Automobilwoche” has honored Audi as the year’s most improved brand; at the same time, the DEKRA testing company has rated the Audi A6 as the “Most Reliable of All Classes”: just two highlights in a long list of honors for the Audi brand in 2008. (more…)