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• Audi dominates Le Mans with 1-2-3 finish

  21Jun
  Categories: Le Mans Comments: 0

  Everyone was shocked when Audi dominated the podium of the Le Mans 24 Hours. Audi actually claimed all podium position finishing 1-2-3 after the challenge of Peugeot collapsed.

  It was an unfortunate scenario for Peugeot which seemed to be on its way to victory when issues on reliability haunted the 908s during the race and all of the Peugeots go into halt before the finish line.

  With the collapse of the Peugeot attack, the Audi R15s which struggled with the Peugeots from start of the race just stepped on the pedal to complete the remaining laps.

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  Tags: Audi news, Le Mans

• What’s the Difference Between Bike Insurance and Car Insurance

  10Jun
  Categories: Insurance Comments: 0

  Like driving a car riding a motorcycle comes with a requirement that you have insurance. While you may think that bike insurance and car insurance are the same that is not actually true. Although they do share many things in common there are some important differences. The biggest difference is how you are covered if you get hurt in an accident. It is important that you know the difference between bike insurance and car insurance if you ride a motorcycle. Otherwise you could find out the hard way just what is different between the two.

  The biggest difference between bike insurance and car insurance is what is actually covered by the policy. Both car and bikes are insured to cover any damage that you cause to somebody else in an accident. However insurance on a bike does not necessarily cover any injuries that are suffered by your passengers. In the event of a car accident your liability insurance will cover any injuries suffered by a passenger in your car. This coverage has to be purchased separately for a motorcycle, a passenger isn’t automatically covered, according to the experts at www.carolenash.com.

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• Audi expands R8 lineup with Sportier Model and V8 Spuder, R Tronic to be replaced with dual clutch

  17Mar
  Categories: Audi R8 Comments: 0

  Audi is currently selling the R8 as the original V-8 4.2L model and the V-10 5.2L rolling hot as a hardtop coupe or as the R8 Spyder convertible.

  Audi is set to expand the R8 lineup with new members of their garage. They will be pulling the cover off the first addition before 2010 is over. This will be an R8 Spyder variant sporting a V-8 under its hood. The tag price for this one will be starting at $135,000 hitting the showrooms by 2011.

  The other version will actually be a sportier model compared to the current R8. The new Audi will draw some DNA from the R8 LMS. Last year, the team developing the Audi quattro gave hits of a lighter TT and R8. Back in 2005, Audi did the same to the TT when a sportier limited edition was released with firmer suspension, Recaro racing seats, stripped interior, and more powerful engine.

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  Tags: Audi, Audi R8, R8, Sports Cars

• Audi’s entire EV range will carry e-tron badge

  06Mar
  Categories: Alternative Fuels, Audi Comments: 0

  After the great response of the public to the e-Tron EV concept at Los Angeles, Frankfurt, and Detroit Auto shows, Audi revealed that their entire range of electric coupes will carry the e-tron branding and that the roll out of the electric supercars will be limited.

  The carmaker appears to be eyeing a similar strategy of how they marketed the legendary Audi Quattro. So we can expect that the e-Tron brand will have the same angst, power, and distinction when it goes to production two years from now.

  The first batch of e-Trons will be assembled in Ingolstadt where they also do their electric car research, testing, and designing. The expected end goal is to produce at least 1,000 units of the e-Trons though it has not been revealed which Audi factory will handle the production.

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  Tags: Audi, e-Tron, Electric Vehicles, Green Cars

• 2011 Audi RS5 in the Spotlight

  02Mar
  Categories: Audi, Audi A5, Audi RS5 Comments: 0

  The Audi RS4 which was released back in 2005 was not expected by everyone to meet headon the BMW M3. Thanks to the quattro AWD, good weight distribution, and a powerful V-8, the RS4 was able to upset its rivals. We are not expecting a replacement of the RS4 since Audi only releases the new version during the final years of a car’s run but carmaker is set to unveil the RS5 to fill in the gap.

  The 2011 RS5 from Audi will be uncovered during the Geneva Motor Show this March, and it will have an upgraded powerplant from the RS4 under its hood. The RS5 will have an FSI V-8 engine with a displacement of 4.2L. The engine will have an output of 450 horsepower and will have a torque of 317.15 pound feet between 4000 and 6000 rpm.

  

  

  
  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  
  
  

  The powerful engine of the RS5 will be coupled with a dual clutch gearbox that allows you to shift on 7 speeds with S tronic. The car will also have a center differential for the quattro AWD. The new Audi speed machine can rush from 0 to 62 mph in just 4.6 seconds and is expected to have a top speed of 174 mph.

  Despite the impressive performance numbers, the car manages to have a fuel mileage of 21.8 miles per gallon.

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  Tags: Audi, Audi A5, Audi RS5, Quattro, Sports Cars

• Next generation Audi A3 sedan exclusive for North America

  21Jan
  Categories: Audi, Audi A3 Comments: 0

  Audi is determined to take the lead as the best selling luxury brand in the world by 2015. Accomplishing this goal will entail aggressiveness on the carmaker’s part as it plans to roll out quite a number of new car models.

  The car manufacturer is looking at about 42 different car units being marketed by mid of the next decade. Audi is looking at the A7 4-door coupe, A1 minicar, Q3 Crossover, and even a production of its e-tron concept vehicle.

  Other vehicles to beef up the line up will be variations of their existing models. One of the highly awaited units is the next generation of Audi A3 sedan. According to insiders, the 2013 model A3 sedan will be distributed exclusively in North America.

  The financial crisis and weakening dollar has forced Audi to cutback on its plans to launch cars like the A3 convertible and A1 minicar in the United States. However, North America will still see the hybrid version of the Q5 before the year ends, A7 by 2011, and the A3 sedan by 2012.

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  Tags: Audi, Audi A3, Sedan

• Audi A7 First Photos

  13Dec
  Categories: Audi, Audi A7, Audi Sportback Comments: 1

  Audi announced this week that they surely will be building the Sportsback Concept as the Audi A7 somewhere next year. That’s obviously great news for people looking for a better looking Mercedes CLS – or an upgraded version of the A5.

  Photos look gorgeous – car looks gorgeous. I can’t wait to go on a test drive!
  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  
  

  

  

  
  
  

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• 2010 Audi Q7 starts roll off this month, gets minor Updates

  27Sep
  Categories: Audi, Audi Q7, SUV Comments: 0

  Audi released information that the 2010 Q7 will get new LED lighting treatment and an upgrade of its Multi Media Interface or MMI. The new Q7 also gets a new style of rims and new paint for the lower body.

  The planned changes are very minor considering that the Audi Q7 is one of the most competitive big SUVs in the market right now, rivaling the BMW X5 and the next-gen M-Class from Mercedes-Benz.

  A new tail lamp LED setup will be in place. Audi will also make available options for LED daytime lights and turn signals.

  

  The 2010 Q7 will also have the latest version of Audi’s MMI, joystick control, 3D navigation map, and Sirius traffic data. The driver or occupant can actually say that they are hungry and the system will lead them to the nearest restaurants.

  The Q7 has a history of good ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It is also considered one of the safest vehicles in Audi’s fleet with Top Safety Pick recognition from the IIHS or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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  Tags: Audi, Audi Q7, Diesel, Engine, SUV

• Audi Logo gets remake before the revival of Auto Union

  06Sep
  Categories: Audi, Corporate Comments: 0

  Ahead of the expected revival of the Auto Union with the recent tie up of Porsche and Volkswagen, a lot of car industry experts wondered at the future of the Audi rings on its badge.

  The interlocking ring was originally the branding used by the Auto Union when it was formed in 1932. Audi fanatics have nothing to worry about though since the rings will be staying on the grille of their favorite car.

  The Audi logo has been updated. Designers gave the interlocking rings more shimmer and clearer cuts to make them more defined. So the rings are staying with Audi only presented with a different lighting perspective to make it even look better.

  The font of the Audi name also gets a makeover. It is a lot simpler and more modern as the company decides to use a sans-serif font which loses the curvy look of the previous badge. The letters also get a more intense red for its color.

  The revision of the interlocking rings and the Audi name comes in time for the car maker’s 100th year founding anniversary and right on the spot before the resurrection of the Auto Union.

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  Tags: Audi, Auto Union, Corporate, Logo

• Mcchip optimizes ECU of Audi TT-RS to output 400HP

  07Aug
  Categories: Audi, Audi TT, Mcchip, Tuning Comments: 0

  Mcchip enhances performances of vehicles by tweaking the ECU or electronic control unit and the vehicle management setup. The German tuning company’s latest pimping was done with the Audi TT-RS, giving it a performance boost. Well, the TT-RS does not necessarily need some extra power but Mcchip just wants to get as much from the engine as possible.

  The stock Audi TT-RS has a turbocharged 2.5L 5-cylinder powertrain under its hood that can output 340hp and an excellent torque of 325lb-ft.

  The first stage of the boost involved some inexpensive adjustment done by Mcchip and the power was raised to about 380hp. The torque jumps to 406lb-ft which can literally outpace other sports cars in the market today. The torque is really impressive given the 2.5L displacement. What Mcchip did for the second stage which takes the figures to 400hp will be revealed in the future.

  

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  Tags: Audi TT-RS, Chip Tuning, Mcchip, Tuning