Audi’s next R8 is already in development with promises of being fast enough and advanced enough to keep up with supercar competitors like Lamborghini and Porsche (which it actually share a parent with). Two variants will be available for the next R8, starting with a 4,2-liter V8, and going up to the 5.2-liter V10, both mated [...]
The hand-built 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder will see a limited production run of just 333 units, however, only 50 will make it to the United States. Each model will come with a uniquely distinguished with an individual vehicle number displayed on the gear shift and a starting price tag of 211,200 (including $1,200 Destination and Delivery [...]
The Audi R8 was a game changer for the luxury German automaker when it hit roads in 2006. Well, the R8 is now nearing the end of its lifecycle and according to new reports, Audi is working on a successor to the R8 for spring 2014. While the car was introduced in 2006, this isn’t [...]
Mansory has crafted a tuning kit for the Audi R8 Spyder that is difficult to miss, with bold color choices and plenty of detailing. The exterior gets a hefty carbon fiber treatment with a front grill, hood, side skirts, rear spoiler, and additional front, side, and rear detailing. A set of 20-inch alloys have also [...]
Key Competitors: Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet, Mercedes SL63 AMG, Ferrari 458 Spider. Power: 5.2l V-10 560 hp. Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. Performance: 0-60 in 3.8 seconds, 197 mph top speed. Pricing: $210,000. Availability: 333 in total, 50 to the US. Ingolstadt’s famous, or Audi, has just unveiled its latest iteration of their superb R8 for [...]
Rumors have been floating around that Audi was planning on an addition: a baby R8. And apparently, reports say Audi insiders have been leaking quite a bit of information. Internally known as the R4, the model will be a two-seater sports car that will sit in between the Audi TT and the Audi R8 to [...]
Given Audi’s current propensity for aluminum and the controversial carbon fiber stripe on the existing R8 supercar, welcome and unsurprising news comes from Audi that the next R8 will have a hybrid aluminum and carbon fiber chassis. VW group ownership of both the R8 and the new Lamborghini Aventador begs the question: why not a [...]
Those of you who lust after an R8 that may be slightly out of reach now have a better chance then anticipated to experience one first hand. Audi is holding a contest via Twitter, asking fans to tweet using the hashtag #WantAnR8 as a way to tell Audi why you would want an R8. Easy [...]
When Audi unveiled the new 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder, production of which will be capped at 333 units, it said that only 90 units would come to the United States. Well, it seems like Audi has changed its mind. Days before the Audi R8 GT Spyder’s debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, Audi [...]
Audi’s R8 LMS model has won its 100th race, marked by a win at the 24- hour race at pa-Francorchamps. Hitosuyama Racing is responsible for the win, in the GT3 Asia Series. After its 2008 Essen Motor Show debut, the Audi GT3 sportscar lead to the Audi AG, which was created for customer teams. Taking [...]
