Aston Martin Race Series on Aston Martin Asia Cup
An exciting new one-make race series for Asia had been launched by Aston Martin. This follows the announcement of two new Aston Martin dealerships in Beijing and Shanghai. Aston Martin Asia Cup (AMAC) starts in 2008 and will consist of 12 races throughout the Asia Pacific region including Japan, China, Malaysia and Singapore. Each race will feature a grid of 18 Aston Martin Vantage N24s, a 410bhp, 4.3 litre race-developed evolution of the V8 Vantage, which has been proven in endurance and sprint races in Europe and the Middle East. The AMAC will include a variety of 30 minute sprint races and longer endurance races, some of which will support Formula One events in the region.... Read More
Aston Martin Vantage N24 Competition
Aston Martin and the Sunday Times have announced a unique competition for two readers each month. The lucky readers will get the chance of driving an Aston Martin Vantage N24 at PalmerSport’s Bedford Autodrome. The winner will get an Aston Martin V8 Vantage to drive for a month, also including two VIP tickets at the 2009 Le Mans 24-hour race. This Aston Martin Vantage N24 Competition will end in October, and the competition will be started this month. Each driver’s lap time will be entered into a Hot Lap League and the 10 fastest drivers will get called back for a final round. Press Release Thanks to an exciting partnership between Aston Martin, PalmerSport and The Sunday Times, driving a race-prepared Aston Martin on-track and against the clock is no longer a thrill enjoyed exclusively by racing drivers. In a unique competition run from April until October, The Sunday Times will be offering two lucky readers per month the chance to demonstrate their driving skills in an Aston Ma... Read More
Audi A3 TDI Clubsport Quattro
The Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro is a show car that will be showcased at the 27th annual Lake Worther Tour in Austria. Powered by a 2.0-litre and common rail fuel injected TDI engine, the Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro develops 224 PS and 450 Nm of torque. The Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro top speed is at 149 mph and the 0 to 62 mph time is 6.6 seconds. The Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro engine is coupled with a six-speed manual transmission and features a fast-action multi-plate clutch. The Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro comes with six-piston brake calipers and ceramic discs, and equipped with 20-inch wheels. Press Release The Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro Audi, the inventor of TDI, is about to blaze another trail in the field of engine manufacture with the A3 TDI clubsport quattro, a one-off show car featuring the most extreme incarnation to date of its advanced four-cylinder TDI engine. One of the stars of the forthcoming 27th annual Lake Worther Tour in Austria, the A3 TDI clubsport ... Read More
Audi A4 2.0 TDI with 120 PS
A new version of the Audi A4 2.0 TDI common rail engine that develops 120 PS is on German market now. The Audi A4 2.0 TDI 120 PS outputs 290 Nm of torque between 1750 rpm and 2500 rpm while the combined fuel consumption is 5.2 liter for 100 km. The Audi A4 2.0 TDI 120 PS top speed is at 197 km/h and the 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time is 11.2 seconds. Equipped with a 6-speed manual gearbox, the Audi A4 2.0 TDI 120 PS also comes with anti-lock brakes and ESP with Brake Assist. The Audi A4 2.0 TDI 120 PS price will starts at 32.450 Euros.... Read More
Audi A4 2.0 TFSI and TDI () in British
The 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI and TDI has been offered by the Ingolstadt brand for the UK market. Powered by a 2.0 liter petrol engine, the 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI develops 211PS between 4,300-6,000 rpm and 350 Nm of torque between 1,500-4,200 rpm. The 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI has a top speed 155mph and the 0-62 acceleration time is 6.9 seconds. Equipped with front-wheel-drive and quattro four-wheel-drive and with SE or S line specification, the 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI comes with a 42.8 mpg combined fuel consumption and 154g/km CO2 emission level. The 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI price will starts at £24,625 for the British market. Meanwhile, the 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDI is powered by a 2.0 liter diesel engine with an output of 120PS between 4,200 rpm and 290 Nm of torque between 1,750-2,500 rpm. The price for 2008 Audi A4 2.0 TDI will starts at £22,150 for the British market. Press Release EVEN LOWER EMISSIONS FOR LATEST AUDI A4 PETROL AND TDI MODELS A4 benefits from new TDI engine with 134g/km CO2 output ... Read More
Audi A4 B8 Improvement by Rieger Tuning
The new Audi A4 has received an upgrade package from Rieger Tuning. The Rieger Audi A4 B8 features a new body kit that includes a new 4-pipe exhaust system, a front spoiler, side skirts, and also a rear apron. The Rieger Audi A4 B8 chassis has been treated by KW. While SKN provides the power increase of the 3.0 TDI engine, that resulting the Rieger Audi A4 B8 may outputs 219 kW (297 hp) with 610 Nm of torque. With this improvement, The Rieger Audi A4 B8 has both visual and performance enhancements.... Read More
Audi Q5 S line
Audi Q5 S line will make its debut in the US in the summer of 2009. Now Audi has released the first photos of the Audi Q5 S line before make its world debut. The Audi Q5 S line will be offered to public with two engine version: diesel engines or a petrol engine. The diesel for Audi Q5 S line comes with a 2 liter or 3 liter engine that develops 170 hp and 240 hp respectively. The Audi Q5 S line 2.0 TFSI will output 211 hp. Audi Q5 S line has some visual upgrades which includes 20″ alloy wheels and 255 mm performance tires, a new front grille with matching mesh pattern air vents around the fog lights and black window roof rails. The Audi Q5 S line interior featuring a Nappa leather or Alcantara trim with sport seats that wear an S line logo, a multifunction steering wheel dressed in leather and other aluminum details. Unfortunately, there are no announcements yet from Audi for the Audi Q5 S line price.... Read More
Audi Q5 S Tronic and Audi A4 S Tronic
Audi Q5 S Tronic SUV and the Audi A4 S Tronic will be equipped with the new Audi 7-speed version of twin-clutch transmission. The 7-speed S Tronic transmission can be fitted now to longitudinally installed engine for the first time. It has a 550 Nm of torque threshold and can be fitted to the new Audi A4, A5, Q5 and Audi says more models in the future. The Audi Q5 S Tronic and the Audi A4 S Tronic will be available in UK late this year. Press Release ACCLAIMED AUDI S TRONIC DESTINED FOR A4 AND Q5 New seven-speed version of acclaimed twin-clutch transmission is set to move further up the Audi range Latest seven-speed S tronic twin-clutch transmission is compatible with longitudinally installed engines for the first time Where existing six-speed S tronic was limited to the transversely mounted units in TT and A3, the latest transmission with 550Nm torque threshold can technically be fitted to new A4, A5, Q5 and more models in the future First Audi models equipped with latest S tronic tra... Read More
Audi Q7 Car with Bang Olufsen
Audi Q7 is now available in the UK with their Advanced Sound System, as announced by Bang & Olufsen. As an upgrade for 4,500 pounds, the Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System is available for the Audi Q7. The Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System features unique acoustic lens tweeters, 14 speakers, and also Bang & Olufsen’s patented ICEpower digital amplifier technology. Press Release The awesome Audi Q7, which beat all sales forecasts in 2007 with nearly 6,200 units sold in the UK, now has a further attraction: it is available with the worlds finest in-car entertainment. Already proving popular in the Audi Q7 UK order book, the bespoke Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System boasts 14 speakers, unique acoustic lens tweeters and Bang & Olufsens patented ICEpower digital amplifier technology. It is available as an up-grade at 4,500 in the UK. The companys relationship with Audi began in 2001 when the Danish company was looking for a suitable partner with whom to... Read More
Audi Q7 with Bang Olufsen in United States
Audi of America announced that the Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System for the Audi Q7 are available on the US market. The Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System price is $6300 and will equip the Audi Q7 3.6 Premium and 4.2 Premium models. The Bang & Olufsen was first introduced on the United States market in the Audi A8/S8 in 2006. Press Release 2008 AUDI Q7 NOW AVAILABLE WITH BANG & OLUFSEN ADVANCED SOUND Audi of America, Inc. today announced the retail availability of the highline Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System in the premium Audi Q7 models for sale in the United States. First introduced into the A8/S8 model line in Fall 2006 featuring raised lenses in the dashboard, the Audi Q7 is the second model to employ the Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System, which includes over 1000-watts of output via 14 speakers. Audi was the first automaker to partner with Danish advanced sound expert Bang & Olufsen, whose focus on both design and performance is a perfect ... Read More
Audi Quattro - Last of the Line
Audi released a photo of the last-of-the-line Audi quattro which built with right-hand-drive. This Audi quattro is the property of Audi UK and it has zero miles. The last built Audi quattro will never be sold on the market as announced by Audi UK. Press Release Priceless original last-of-the-line Audi quattro is stored in secret UK location Fame has returned to the sought-after original Audi quattro thanks to its starring role in the new BBC TV drama series Ashes to Ashes, set in 1980. The most priceless example of the legendary sports car that pioneered four-wheel-drive for production road cars is Audi UKs own unregistered car with zero miles, and will never be put up for sale. So rare is this car - the last right-hand-drive quattro sports car ever made - that Audi is forced to keep it in a secret location and stored in a sealed, dehumidified environment. Similar to the TV star example seen nationally each week from February 7th, the as- new, just as it left the line Audi-owned exampl... Read More
Audi R8 Model
Audi has released a special edition R8 that costs just 48 pounds. No, it’s not a joke - it’s a 1:18 scale Audi R8 model. With this Audi R8 model you can save exactly 78,150 pounds over the standard version and you can have one parked right away on your mantelpiece. The Audi R8 model is available in Audi Centers or if you call 0800 699888. Press Release WHAT EVERYONE WANTS FOR CHRISTMAS A NEW 187MPH AUDI R8 This special edition model costs 45 a real one costs 78,195 You dont have to be excessively extravagant to give a little piece of Vorsprung durch Technik this Christmas. This R8 sports car, configured specifically with stockings in mind, has been designed to make a reassuringly modest dent in the festive budget at 45 it represents a saving of exactly 78,150 over the standard R8. The rare and highly sought-after Audi sports car of the moment has been immortalised in zinc in 1:18 scale, enabling its fans to bypass the current twelve month waiting list for a full-size exampl... Read More
Audi R8 V12 TDI
Audi R8 V12 TDI is the first 12-cylinder diesel engine in a high-performance roadgoing sports car. The Audi R8 V12 TDI was presented at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show. The Audi R8 V12 TDI is closely related to the engine in the Audi R10, the two-time Le Mans winner - giving the Audi R8 diesel concept outstanding performance. It sprints from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in just 4.2 seconds and its top speed is well over 300 km/h (186.41 mph). The roadgoing version of the new Audi R8 V12 TDI is built at the Gyr plant, in Hungary. The Audi R8 V12 TDI develops 500 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque @ 1750 - 3000 rpm, with the help of twin turbochargers and intercoolers. Mated to the engine is a compact six-speed manual gearbox sending power to all four wheels via a permanent Quattro all-wheel-drive system. The Audi R8 V12 TDI concept with matt “Grace Silver” bodywork looks even wider and more resolute than the petrol R8. It shows its potential through its muscular proportions, accentuated ... Read More
Audi R8 V12 TDI Video
The Audi R8 V12 TDI review video is done by Auto Motor and Sport, which presents the concept premiered at the Detroit Auto Show earlier this year. Powered by a 6.0-litre, 12-cylinder TDI engine, the Audi R8 V12 TDI may outputs 500 PS and 1,000 Nm of torque at 1,750 rpm. With this engine, the Audi R8 V12 TDI offers a 0 to 62 mph time of 4.2 seconds, and makes the Audi R8 V12 TDI has a top speed of 186 mph. Just watch the Audi R8 V12 TDI review video after the jump (Dutch version).... Read More
Audi S5 GT Supercharged by MTM
The MTM Audi S5 GT Supercharged has been launched by the specialists from Motoren Technik Mayer from Wettstetten, Germany. Powered by a 4.2 liter V8 engine, the MTM Audi S5 GT Supercharged received a compressor that has increased the power from 354 hp to an amazing 505 hp at 7190 rpm and 546 Nm of torque. The MTM Audi S5 GT Supercharged reach its top speed at 300 km/h and 0 to 100 km/h takes only just 4.3 seconds. Comes with a four tailpipe stainless steel sports exhaust system, the MTM Audi S5 GT Supercharged also equipped with 8-piston fixed calipers, a new coilover suspension, and 380×34 mm pitted brake discs. With these brakes equipped, the MTM Audi S5 GT Supercharged can stop its run from 100 km/h in just 35 m. Press Release Motoren Technik Mayer from Wettstetten, Germany, puts the Audi S5 under pressure. As “MTM GT Supercharged” the sporty coupe’s supercharged engine demonstrates impressive performance data. Together with bigger brakes, a coilover suspension and other minor ... Read More
Audi Sport Team Joest
Audi Sport Team Joest will enter two Audi R10 TDI cars in the 2008 LMS (2008 Le Mans Series) as announced by Audi. The two the latest generation Audi R10 TDI will be raced by Alexandre Premat (France) and Mike Rockenfeller (Germany), and Allan McNish (Scotland) and Dindo Capello (Italy). Press Release AUDI AG enters the 2008 motorsport season and Le Mans Series (LMS) with a high-calibre driving squad and the most successful Le Mans team ever. Audi Sport Team Joest enters two of the latest generation Audi R10 TDI for Dindo Capello (Italy) and Allan McNish (Scotland) and Alexandre Prmat (France) and Mike Rockenfeller (Germany) in every race of the Automobile Club de lOuest (ACO) organized endurance championship. For the first time since entering endurance racing exactly ten years ago Audi now contests a European based sportscar series as a factory team. “Previously the European fans have only been able to see the R10 TDI in action at the 24 Hours of Le Mans,” explains Head of... Read More
Audi TT 1.8 TFSI
The Audi TT 1.8 TFSI has been announced by Audi as a new version of its TT line-up. Powered by a 1.8 liter TFSI engine, the Audi TT 1.8 TFSI develops 160 hp and needs 6.7 liter of fuel to run for 100 km. The Audi TT 1.8 TFSI is the third version of the range launched lately after the TTS and the 2.0 TDI quattro. However, the Audi TT 1.8 TFSI will make its public debut for the first time in Leipzig, Germany at the 2008 Auto Mobil International Show.... Read More
Avro 720 Mirage Ford GT
Avro 720 Mirage Ford GT - a new limited edition of the Ford GT have been created by Avro Motor Cars together with Roush Technologies. The engine of Avro 720 Mirage Ford GT had been recalibrated and may develops 720 bhp at 6950 rpm and a massive 815 Nm (627lb.ft.) of torque at 4800 rpm. The Avro 720 Mirage Ford GT’s top speed has been increased to over 220 mph. Press Release Avro’s 720 Mirage Ford GT… The Ultimate Limited Edition! Just as the Ford GT becomes a legend in its own time, Avro Motor Cars, the Brooklands-based supercar specialist, has joined forces with Roush Technologies in the UK to create a further strictly limited edition of the car. The Avro 720 Mirage special edition will be limited to just 10 cars – the first of which has just been rolled out of Roush’s Technical Centre in Brentwood, Essex. Finished in vibrant Arancia Metallica (Italian Metallic Orange) with semi-matt black details and wheels – and exclusive sill plates and side decals, the 720 Mirage incorporate... Read More
Audi TT Clubsport Quattro Showcar
The Audi TT clubsport quattro showcar that will be premiered at the Worthersee Tour has revealed by German manufacturer. The Worthersee Tour, will be held in Reifnitz (Karnten), Austria, from May 21 to 25. Powered by a 2.0 TFSI turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine, the Audi TT clubsport quattro showcar may develops 220 kW (300 hp), with the engine is coupled with a S tronic transmission. The Audi TT clubsport quattro concept was premiered last year and Audi says that a “small-series production of this model cannot be ruled out”. Press Release An open cockpit, an engine producing more than 220 kW (300 hp) and a host of technologies borrowed from the world of motorsports – the Audi TT clubsport quattro is an uncompromising driving machine. Audi is presenting an updated version of the spectacular showcar and sensation of 2007 at the Worthersee Tour, the big meet for Audi and VW enthusiasts in Reifnitz (Karnten), Austria, from May 21 to 25. Purism at a premium level – thi.
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