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Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Video: Tribute To Audi UrQuattro
We've all come to appreciate Audi's iconic quattro technology, one of the world's most potent all-wheel-drive systems. Its what makes modern Audis such great vehicles, from the full-size A8 sedan to the Q7 SUV and the R8 supercar.
Now in its seventh generation, the quattro system has been enabling Audi engines to send their power to all four corners for 34 years. That's not to say it took the Germans more than three decades to achieve perfection. No, the quattro was equally revolutionary when it was introduced in 1980, but sometimes it's a good idea to look back on those brilliant ideas that changed the automotive world forever. And that's what Petrolicious did with its latest video, which pays tribute to the UrQuattro, the first four-ringed vehicle to receive all-wheel-drive.
The UrQuattro, also known as simply Quattro, debuted in 1980 as a midsize, two-door coupe. While not exactly spectacular by design, the Quattro was the first vehicle to benefit from Audi's then brand-new all-wheel-drive system. The feat proved to be decisive into turning the boxy UrQuattro into a legend on both the road and rally courses.
Although the production car remained largely unchanged until it was discontinued in 1991, the Quattro spawned a series of fierce rally cars. It all began with the A1 in 1980, which then developed into the Group B-spec S1 evolution. The latter was one of the most extreme rally cars ever built and went on to win several WRC events and the Pikes Peak Hill Climb three years in a row. In all, the quattro system helped Audi score 23 rally wins and two WRC titles, among other trophies.
Sure, Audi is no longer building rally cars, but that's not to say the quattro has abandoned its motorsport roots. The connection is still obvious in the company's results at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, a race the Germans have won 13 times the last 15 years.
But enough with the history, now hit the play button above for a trip down the memory lane with the initial Audi UrQuattro.
Video: Tribute To Audi UrQuattro originally appeared on topspeed.com on Friday, 26 September 2014 20:00 EST.
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Thursday, February 27, 2014
Audi crossover coupe concept
Audi crossover coupe concept Specification Launched Price Deals Cheap
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Saturday, February 15, 2014
2013 Audi R8 V10
2013 Audi R8 V10 Specification Launched Price Deals Cheap
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Thursday, January 23, 2014
Video: Here's How the Audi R8 V10 Plus is Built
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The second season of DRIVE's Inside quattro GmbH started big with a very cool video shot at the assembly line of R8, which is situated in Neckarsulm, Germany. In this episode you will learn how the most powerful R8 - the V10 Plus - is built.
The video was filmed by Leo Parente, the man who toured the special assembly shop where the R8 comes together. Of course, the assembly line if equipped with all the latest technologies, but many of the car's elements are hand-built.
The R8 V10 Plus is powered by a 5.2-liter, V-10 engine that delivers a total 550 horsepower and a peak torque of 398 pound-feet at 6,500 rpm. When equipped with the S tronic transmission, the R8 V10 Plus sprints from 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and up to a top speed of 196 mph, and when mated to a manual gearbox, R8 Plus goes from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, up to a top speed of 198 mph.
Gallery 2014 Audi R8 V10 Plus
Video: Here's How the Audi R8 V10 Plus is Built originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 22 January 2014 13:00 EST.
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Friday, June 28, 2013
Audi A7
| Posted on 06.27.2013 18:00 by |
The 2014 A7 risks being overshadowed by the high-powered S7, as well as the track-ready RS7 for the first time in the United States. Buyers may quickly discover that the relatively simple and affordable A7 is the pick of the range. With all the luxury and exterior drama, via a 2014 Black Optics package and S-line trim, the A7 is no wallflower. It can also haul serious mass its huge trunk on its way to 60 mph in under 6 seconds.
The A7 is a mutant of a car in the ultra-conservative luxury sedan world. Style it all you want, but do not add a hatchback or call it a coupe. Where it starts to make sense is in the decadent fastback proportions and more than a little Lamborghini Estoque about the rear end.
The Audi seals the deal with a huge tailgate that opens to a wagon-large cargo area and rear seats that can fold down for loading antiques.
The A7 has a low roofline that is a significant 3-inch drop from the A8 above it. And while the A7 looks enormous, it is about half a foot shorter than the A8, as well.
The A7 does not have this fashion coupe space all to itself. It is nearly $20,000 cheaper than the Porsche Panamera that packs the same freaky hatchback luxury charm. The A7 also takes aim at the Mercedes-Benz CLS550 Shooting Brake and the BMW 650i Gran Coupe, making this one big German party.
None of these over-styled cars ever age very gracefully but the A7 is in the unenviable spot of being the oldest among this group of brand-new competitors. Don't count out the $65,000 A7, as this battle has only just begun.
Click past the jump for the full review of the 2014 Audi A7 3.0T with highlights on the new equipment and performance options.
Audi A7 originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 27 June 2013 18:00 EST.
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Saturday, May 25, 2013
8-year old girl drives Audi at 60mph on icy road
8-year old girl drives Audi at 60mph on icy road
By Kevin Davis on Saturday, March 2nd, 2013Two Russian parents, Dmitry and Lena Mikulchik, filmed their eight-year-old daughter Karina driving Audi at 60mph (100 km/h) on a public snowy road, The Telegraph reported.
The Police in St Petersburg are investigating the matter, according to the newspaper.
The video also shows that Karina and her parents are not wearing seatbelts despite the speed and the snowy conditions.
Source: The Telegraph, YouTube
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Audi S3 Sportback
| Posted on 02.13.2013 13:00 by |
In an attempt to keep us busy until the convertible version will finally join the S3 lineup, Audi has unveiled the initial details on the Sportback version - a model set to make its world debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. What’s the difference between this and the standard S3? Well, the number of doors of course: the new Sportback has four doors and offers increased space for families while maintaining its sporty nature.
Except for the extra doors, the new Sportback version will pretty much remain identical to its three-door brother, meaning that customers will continue to enjoy the same performance numbers. You’ll have to consider that as the new Sportback is a little bit heavier, the 0 to 60 mph sprint will take 0.1 seconds longer.
Talking about weight, Audi managed to shave an impressive 154 pounds from the car total weight - when compared to previous generation. This result has been achieved by using weight-saving materials like an ultra-high-strength steel passenger cell and light aluminum wings and bonnet.
Hit the jump to learn full details on the new Audi S3 Sportback.
Audi S3 Sportback originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 13 February 2013 13:00 EST.
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Monday, February 4, 2013
Video: Snowboarding Behind an Audi R8
We were recently sent the following video of a black Audi R8 pulling along a snowboarder in wintery conditions in the UK!
The video was shot by Life On Unleaded on YouTube ad features an R8 and snowboarder cruising local suburban streets in the al-wheel drive, V8 German supercar.
Although one could argue that the R8 isn't exactly the perfect car for such a job, as a Range Rover would do an equally impressive job, it still makes for a very unique and enjoyable 58-second video.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Next Audi TT will bring back design elements from the original TT
| Posted on 11.6.2012 14:00 by |
Just like every other model in Audi’s line-up, the TT is also preparing to enter a new generation with big changes already in the works. These new changes will take their inspiration from the first Audi TT that was launched in 1998. This model had a greater impact on the market than its successor, the second generation, in 2006, so when the third generation is revealed, it will be sporting more cues from the first generation. Audi hopes these original design elements will recreate the car’s "strongly functional shape largely untroubled by ornamentation."
The next TT will be built on Volkswagen’s new MQB platform and will use plenty of aluminum in its construction to further reduce mass. Audi will offer both front-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive options, while providing custonmers with a choice of three engines: 1.8-liter and 2.0-liter petrol engines, and a 2.0 liter TDI engine. The TT RS version will get a reworked version of the 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine.
The new Audi TT will debut in 2014 as a coupe version with the roadster arriving one year later.
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Audi R8 2013 Review
The Audi R8 's been around for quite some time at this time, since 2004 to be further precise, though despite the fact that the primary street option is almost Several years old, the software creator managed to maintain your R8 fresh from improving the software with virtually every passing 365 days. Now the hottest, Audi R8 2013 has been officially launched and by a looks from it, it gives a serious variety of changes in comparison to the ongoing style.First of all the popular R8 comes with a Five.2 actu V8 engine building 430 horsepower which might go from 0 to 62 mph with 4.A few seconds.But a brand new R8 V10 Moreover model is going to be available in the long term featuring a Five.2 liter V10 engine in the hood that could be able to produce 550 hp and 398 lb-ft regarding torque. That could be an increase involved with 25 horse power and Eight lb-ft of twisting when compared to the routine V10. Furthermore that V10 Plus is going to share certain carbon fiber aspects with the R8 Gt bike.Nevertheless, most likely the biggest adjust of all is made up in the innovative seven-speed S Tronic gear box that seems to push the V10 from Zero to 62 mph in exactly 3.4 seconds, even when delivering a highly regarded speed associated with 197 mph. This gearbox incorporates multi-plate clutches laying behind the two of you, a feature that's never already been seen to the R8. The new gear box is able to transform gears basically without any being interrupted and that will don't merely make factors smoother, it also will also raise overall performance.The chassis has been tampered having and borrows more technological innovations usually witnessed in racing autos including double wishbones to all nearly four wheels and also specially updated springs along with shock absorbers within the R8 V10 Plus.Concerning aesthetics the latest R8 stays in keeping with its predecessors but manages to brings a few new elements within the table, like the redrawn LED front lights and taillights, a good reshaped top grille and also bumper, whereas at the back we will see a cutting edge set of around tailpipes and a greater diffuser.On your interior the new model is really as generous as it ever was and goes along with diamond-stitched Nappa leather, quilted upholstery on the bike seats and entrance door trim or a wide range of changes options offering piano dark colored finishes, carbon fibre elements and no end of different color styles. A Bang& Olufsen subwoofer comes as regular and the selection list may include things like high-beam aide, cell phone preparing, parking strategy with treating camera, seatbelt microphone as well as voice settings.The Audi R8 is predicted to hit the European market afterwards of this month with the foundation price of EUR 113,600 for the V8 Car, EUR 154,600 to your V10 Coupe along with EUR 124,800 Per EUR 165,900 for the V8 and even V10 Spyder respectively. Major competitors stay the same as ahead of so we are looking at the Aston Martin V12 Appeal (or V8 Outlook depending on the generator in the Audi), typically the Ferrari 458 France or the Chevy Corvette ZR1 to name a few.
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Green Audi R8 V10 Tuned by Racing One
Race One, German motor sports provider and also affair organizer via Rhineland, has helped a Audi R8 V10 getting earnings of about 610 horsepower as a result of discreet alterations in equipment in addition to scientific realignment on the powerplant
maps.A running items is equipped with two-way MDS dampers through Bilstein Motorsport. On the flip side, you'll find foot brake protects by means of Functionality Friction Braking system constantly in place, as you move the in-house braking system a / c could be called a funding in the race circuit. Your titanium, effortlessly flip-controlled exhaust method created by Akrapovic has the actual factor connected with communicating with all the outside world.
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