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Audi R8 Receives Special Attention from ABT

Zack — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 09:08:30 +0000

ABT Sportsline is a tuning and motor racing company but today we will talk about the tuning part. For many years ABT reworked Audi’s cars and others related with Audi.

If you are a fan of the R8, if you imagined what would be like to modify it yourself, you don’t have to think for long, because the German tuner made an incredible job redesigning the R8. New skirts and rear spoiler, both made of carbon-fiber, front and rear clips replaced, new angle of the front openings, new rear bumper, smaller vents and the diagonal exhaust is cream of crop for the ABT R8.

All these new features deserve a special tint so the tuned Audi R8 received a custom-made black color along with red shades. I have nothing more to say because the gallery below should speak for itself.

Audi tells us the new S6 and S6 Avant

admin — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 02:05:57 +0000

More new Audi has prepared us for the Frankfurt Motor Show, again related to the S series, namely the S6 and S6 Avant will have to find a place in the stand alongside the already confirmed Hybrid A8 and S8. The story is still the same as the S8, only applied to the S6, which means power delivery than to keep a few steps below.

The heart that are under the hood remains the same V8 TFSI 4.000cc biturbo, only instead of delivering 520c.v. as in the S8, now offers a power 420c.v. and 550nm of torque between 1,400 and 5.300rpm both the normal version as Avant. Power is transmitted through the gearbox seven-speed automatic linked to the ongoing drive Quattro.

In terms of data, there is little difference between one version and one for acceleration from 0-100km / h, being 4.8 seconds for the sedan and 4.9 seconds for the Avant. As if they match the two is the speed electronically limited to 250km / h. In terms of consumption has come to be reduced by up to 25% over the outgoing engine, thanks to the same systems in the S8 (cylinder deactivation, Start & Stop, energy recovery …) that the average consumption of 9.7 l/100km for the saloon and 9.8 l/100km for the Avant.

Finally the mechanical, equip an adaptive air suspension with variable damping to reduced height of the car up to 10mm, and a more effective braking system which optionally can be carbocerámicos. Aesthetically it of all S, new front bumper that also modifies the grille, side skirts and new rear bumper that includes new diffuser, plus new 19-inch wheels that can be 20-inch option. Inside awaits a steering wheel and sport seats that will be much more enjoyable “ride” these S6.

Audi Reveals New A8 Hybrid with 2.0-liter Four-Pot, Sales Start in 2012

admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 07:21:22 +0000

Gradually, Audi is beginning to penetrate the world of hybrid models. And in this case is not a hybrid either. It is a hybrid compact-Tron as A1 and about which I speak, or futuristic and modern model designed for the city, the Urban Concept Audi. In this case, Audi is serious with its new hybrid sedan, we are referring, of course, the Audi A8 Hybrid. A model that we see in the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show in September, and will enter production in 2012.

A model that will have the power of a six-cylinder model, but it actually has an electric motor with a four. Specifically, a four-cylinder 2.0-liter TFSI plus an electric motor, and jointly develop about 245 hp and 480 Nm of torque. All this, with an average fuel consumption of nearly 6.4 l/100km, which is fine for a model as big and heavy as the A8. And with CO2 emissions at about 148 g / km.
As for the 2.0 TFSI engine, generates 211 hp and 350 Nm of torque between 1,500 and placed 4,200 rpm, and the electric motor develops an output of around 54 hp and 210 Nm of torque. Other fun facts reveal that this sedan can reach speeds exceeding 100 km / h, only the electric motor, with a range of two miles, going at a constant speed of 60 km / h.
More specifically, the electric motor is located in the space they are usually occupy the torque converter, just opposite the modified gearbox type 8-speed Tiptronic. Also, I must say that this is a Quattro all-wheel drive model, so this hybrid transmission, will also direct torque to the front wheels. For all the foregoing, the Audi A8 Hybrid can reach 100 km / h in around 7.7 seconds with a top speed of 235 km / h. Although these performance data are provisional.
As for lithium ion batteries, weighs about 36.7 pounds net, and is located in the trunk, giving a nominal 1.3 kWh of energy and over 40 kW (the 52 hp). To cool these batteries, using two different methods: with air flows from the passenger compartment, and through a separate cooling circuit. However, both the electric motor and electronic components are cooled by water.

Aesthetically, the Audi A8 Hybrid receives small subtle changes. For example, the first thing we set are its striking ten-spoke wheels, and that will be offered in both sizes 18 “and 19″ (as an option), and whose design is reminiscent of the design of turbine blades . In addition to the body with the Hybrid badges that read, will also feature a unique paint called Artic Silver. Besides all this, we will have a new automatic air conditioning tri-zone, as well as headlamps with LED lights and Bose premium sound system, all standard on this model.

New Audi A5 Coupe DTM Racing Concept

admin — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 14:52:56 +0000

Get aflame DTM admirers because there’s a fresh kid advancing to town. We’re talking about Audi’s afresh appear A5 Coupe racecar, internally called “R17,” that will alter the four-door A4 with which Audi has baffled the DTM appellation four times back 2004.

Ingolstadt’s fresh touring archetypal is based on the facelifted A5 Coupe that was presented beforehand this anniversary and it complies with the fresh abstruse and assurance regulations that will appear in aftereffect in the German touring archetypal championship abutting year.

The fresh Audi A5 DTM sports a high-strength carbon-fiber monocoque accumulated with a animate tube cage. The antagonism archetypal adopts the accepted A4 DTM’s V8 agent with some accessory changes and an achievement or about 460-horses. A six-speed manual will abide to be acclimated as well.

For now, Audi has aggregate a leash of renderings of the A5 DTM but we’ll get the adventitious to see the absolute affair at the accessible Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

Audi R8 Hyper Black Edition by Anderson Germany

admin — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:52:00 +0000

Anderson Germany, one of Europe’s lesser known tuning firms, has set their sights on the flagship version of the Audi R8 with the 5.2-liter V10 powerhouse. Named Audi R8 Hyper Black Edition, the tune includes both aesthetic modifications and a few modest performance upgrades.?

New Audi A3 Sedan Concept

admin — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 14:17:37 +0000

‘The show car is fitted with an upgraded version of the 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbocharged engine found under the bonnet of the current RS3 and TT RS models, producing a peak output of 408-horses. The five-pot distributes power to all four wheels through a seven-speed S tronic transmission and permanent all-wheel drive.

Audi Testing A1 Quattro Prototype in Canada

admin — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 17:18:19 +0000

Audi’s decision to develop an all-wheel drive system for the A1′s PQ25 platform, which also underpins the VW Polo, is believed to be linked with the presentation of several new models from the group, including an S1 and possibly and even more powerful RS1 variant, as well as an AWD version of the VW CrossPolo and a range-topping Polo R.

Audi A8 Sedan 2011

admin — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 17:01:26 +0000

After much waiting Audi unveils its new flagship A8. The sedan that represents the latest in technology and design firm, design features a completely renovated and features that position slightly above the model it replaces.

It now measures 5.13 mm long, 1.94 mm wide and 1.46 mm high. The wheelbase of 2.99 mm. The drag coefficient is 0.26 CX, impressive!

The engine consists of three diesel: 351 hp V8 4.2, 3.0 V6 TDI 250 PS and 3.0 TDI V6 204 hp) and one petrol 4.2 TFSI of 371 hp. The least powerful diesel will offer front-wheel drive, and the rest Quattro system. The V8 has an associated eight-speed Tiptronic box. Marketed in the United States with 4.2-liter engine V8 FSI, 372 bhp petrol.

In the equipment stands LED technology, variable lighting, night vision system, active cruise control, help system for monitoring rail, active and intelligent lighting, seats with optional ventilation and massage functions, a new system safety to avoid accidents, cruise control with Stop & Go function.

Rupert Stadler, Chairman of the Management Board of Audi AG said: “The new Audi A8 is the sportiest saloon in its segment,” combines many functions of a new and intelligent way. And is the same stylistic elements and in print inside. ”

The rivals the Mercedes Benz S Class and BMW 7 Series, but the Lexus LS and Jaguar XJ also compete with the A8, but in a slightly lower level. The cost starts from 96,000 euros.

The most awaited model and representative of Audi has a new design at first glance may not yet healed, but if we see it detail by detail we note that more new lines are very interesting. The highlight of my view are the new approaches, the waistline, the grille inspired by the latest prototypes, interior and proportions (more robust and sport) that remind me of BMW models.

Audi Mates-European-spec A3 models equipped

admin — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:04:58 +0000

Starting from this November, Audi will begin fitting certain European-spec A3 models equipped with the firm’s S tronic dual-clutch transmission with a start and stop system. Available on the A3 three-door and five-door Sport Back models with the 105HP

New Audi R8 Spider with the range-topping 5.2-liter V10 engine

admin — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 12:50:25 +0000

Other surface changes over the vehicle style enter the redesigned engine covering at the Frankfurt Motor Show next week. This is the long expected Audi R8 Spider, and 530 Nm (390.91 lb-ft) of the R8 Spider does not get a removable targa panel, but it has been reported that the Spider will be launched initially with the choice-topping 5.2-liter V10 engine that incorporate newly styled air-vents as well as the elimination of the so-called ‘sideblades’.

Contrary to initial hearsay, the supercar’s approved promotion at the back with twin speedster humps that makes 525 horsepower and these first pictures have made their way online before of torque.Mechanical niceties are stills scant but a traditional folding top that tucks away behind the passenger compartment.