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MTM gives the Audi TT RS gets 424-hp

Posted: Nov 20, 2009

Filed under: 2010 Releases, Audi, Tuner Cars

MTM has released a new tuning package for the Audi TT RS, a rebirth of the 5-clyinder engine that MTM says is “perfect motorization for drivers who like their car being suitable for racing.”
After undergoing some upgrades, the MTM Audi TT RS makes total of 424-hp and a peak torque of 413 lb-ft. That allows [...]

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A classy accident: Audi R8 gets sandwiched between BMW 6-Series and Range Rover

Posted: Nov 19, 2009

Filed under: Audi, BMW, Land Rover

The accident you see in the picture took place this past week in Costa Mesa, California. It involved 3 expensive cars including an Audi R8, BMW 6 Series, and a Range Rover. From the picture, which doesn’t show the Range Rover, it seems that the Audi R8 was rear-ended by the BMW 6-Series, causing it to [...]

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2010 Audi A8 to debut on Dec. 1 in Miami

Posted: Nov 19, 2009

Filed under: 2010 Releases, Audi

Audi announced today that it will unveil the new 2010 Audi A8 sedan at the world’s most important design and art fair, Design Miami/ and Art Basel Miami Beach.
“Since our inception, Audi has embraced progress in the quest to create groundbreaking technologies and deliver new ideas to the road. Just as artists make it a [...]

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Dream in CGI: Audi R10 Concept by Bembli

Posted: Nov 17, 2009

Filed under: Audi, Spy Shots/Renderings

The 2010 Audi R8 5.2 V10 FSI was a direct answer to those looking for more from the Audi R8 supercar. Powered by a 5.2L V10 producing a total of 525-hp with a maximum torque of 391 lb-ft, the R8 5.2 V10 FSI goes from 0-60 mph in just 3.7 seconds with a top speed [...]

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Audi teams up with Stanford to take on Pikes Peak with TTS

Posted: Nov 09, 2009

Filed under: Audi

In effort to take on the Pikes Peak course, Audi has teamed up with Stanford University and its Stanford Dynamics Design Lab to build the Audi Pikes Peak TTS. Known as Shelley, the Audi TT will feature a drive by wire system that will be developed by Volkswagen Electronics Research Lab. They will make sure [...]

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Walter de Silva: “Audi A5 is the most beautiful car I’ve ever designed”

Posted: Nov 06, 2009

Filed under: Audi, Industry News

The German Design Council said that it will present a 2010 Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Audi A5 Coupe. What does the Head of Design for the Volkswagen Group, Walter de Silva have to say about that?
“The Audi A5 Coupé is the most beautiful car I’ve ever designed and is [...]

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Report: Audi A1 to come in convertible and estate variants

Posted: Oct 14, 2009

Filed under: Audi, Hybrids, Green News, Industry News

While we have yet to see the production version of the Audi A1, series production of the new compact car from Audi will kick off later this month. According to a report by Car Magazine, who recently spoke with Audi executives, the A1 will also be available as a convertible (cabriolet) and as an estate.
“We [...]

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Report: Audi R4 will be the production version of the e-tron concept

Posted: Oct 14, 2009

Filed under: Audi, Hybrids, Green News

The Audi R4 is one model that we’ve heard a lot about from European media outlets, but nothing has ever been confirmed by Audi itself. Last we heard anything about the R4 it was reported that the model will be based on the Volkswagen Concept BlueSport that was unveiled at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.
According to [...]

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2010 Motor Trend SUV of the Year Contenders revealed

Posted: Oct 14, 2009

Filed under: Acura, Audi, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Lexus, Lincoln, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, Toyota

It’s that time of the year again – when Motor Trend picks the “Motor Trend SUV of the Year” for the year 2010. Last year’s award went to the 2009 Subaru Forester. It seems as though this year, Motor Trend has focused most of its attention on luxury SUVs. Either way, stay tuned for the winner who [...]

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Avus Performance gives the Audi TT-RS 460-hp

Posted: Oct 09, 2009

Filed under: Audi, Tuner Cars

If you’re a fan of modifying your Audi, then you’ve definitely heard of Avus Performance. The tuner has just released its new tuning package for the Audi TT-RS called the “Ur-Quattro.”
With a modified ECU, a revised turbocharger, and a high performance exhaust system with racing catalysts, Avus took the output of the TT-RS from 340-hp [...]