New Audi A4 revealed

Audi opens up new horizons. The A4 is a sporty car with superb presence on the road; it takes Audi forward into a new dimension on the midsize car market. The engines that power the saloon, both TDI and spark-ignition, in all cases with direct fuel injection, combine effortless power with high efficiency. The dynamic running gear and the use of many technologies taken direct from the large-car category are evidence of the brand's lead in technical know-how. The new Audi is a new way to drive. It will reach the market at the end of November 2007, at a basic list price of about 26,000 Euros in Germany.

In its design, the new A4 reveals its sporty, progressive character: taut and dynamic in its outlines, it speaks the language of technical perfection. With an overall length of 4.70 metres, the saloon has a substantial, powerful road stance and offers its occupants ample space in an interior full of light. The workmanship is typical of an Audi – quality with no compromises. The controls can be backed by the extra refinement of innovative assistance and multimedia systems. In the safety area, the brand with the four-ring emblem sets new standards: the coordinated action of the airbags and front seat belt force limiters protects the occupants even more effectively.

When compared with the previous model, the A4 has new, sporty proportions. The front body overhang has been drastically shortened; the bonnet and wheelbase are both longer than before. In the driveline, the differential has changed places with the clutch (or torque converter), making it possible to move the front axle forward by 154 millimetres. This innovative solution ensures ideal axle-load distribution. The new A4 is the sportiest saloon in the midsize car category: agile, light and precise to control. Its dynamic suspension is a totally new design, with most of its components made from weight-saving aluminium.

The results are impressive: supremely dynamic road behaviour and effortlessly precise handling.

New high-tech options make the A4 driving experience even more fascinating: Audi drive select varies the engine, automatic transmission, steering and suspension damping characteristics to suit the driver's preferences at any given moment. Audi dynamic steering varies its ratio according to the car's speed and keeps the new A4 stable close to the handling limits by slight, almost instantaneous changes to the steering angle. The damping control system for the hydraulic shock absorbers varies the damping characteristic individually, to combine sporty driving enjoyment with maximum road safety.

The new Audi A4 is being introduced with a choice of five engines, their power outputs ranging from 105 kW (143 bhp) to 195 kW (265 bhp). The four-cylinder petrol engine, like the diesels, is turbocharged, and both types of engine have direct fuel injection. All the engines, with their supremely refined flow of power, make the A4 a pleasure to drive and, thanks to their high efficiency, consume distinctly less fuel than the previous versions.

Various transmissions are available: a six-speed manual gearbox, the tiptronic automatic transmission, the multitronic continuously variable transmission, and either front-wheel drive or quattro permanent all-wheel drive, which has been subjected to intensive development work that has made its performance even more dynamic.

Source: http://www.automotoportal.com/article/new-audi-a4-revealed

USA. Audi signs on as Title Sponsor of Melges 24 US Nationals

Organizers of the Audi 2007 Melges 24 U.S. National Championship have announced that Audi of America Inc. and the Detroit-Area Audi Metro Dealers have been named Title Sponsor of this prestigious event.
"We are extremely happy to have Audi on board for this regatta and pleased they recognize what we already know; that Melges 24 racing is the most exciting sailing going on in the United States today," said Paul Hulsey, event chairman. "We're looking forward to showing the folks at Audi that 50 plus Melges's roaring into the leeward mark is the maritime equivalent to dozens of race cars zooming around a track."
This National Championship marks Audi's first title sponsorship of any U.S. regatta. With AUDI AG recently announcing its sponsorship of the Breitling Medcup Transpac 52 circuit, and Audi of Australia's strong support of Hamilton Island Race Week and the Sydney Harbor Regatta, the automobile manufacturer is sending a clear message of their support to the yacht racing community.
Dave Suplee, Audi's general manager for the Midwest U.S., has big expectations for the event: "Our company's heritage is all about racing and competition, and our best innovations have come from racing." Suplee said. "High performance, clean technologies and pushing the envelope are core values for Audi, which is why we see this National Championship as such a good match for us."
Audi will display a full line up of their high-performance cars on the grounds of Detroit's Bayview Yacht Club, including the TT roadster and 354 horsepower S5 Sports Coupe.  The powerful and stylish Q7, easily able to easily tow a Melges 24 and carry the entire crew, will also be on display throughout the event.
Entry list swells as early registration deadline approaches
Forty-two teams have already registered from as far away as England and California, with at least 15 more boats expected to register over the coming weeks.  Only two weeks remain until the September 10 early registration deadline.  Online registration, press registration, entry list and the Notice of Race are available through the official Audi 2007 Melges 24 U.S.
National Championship website at www.melges24racing.com/nationals.
Detroit-based marine electronics manufacturer Rock City Marine will be awarding two RockBox self-contained GPS racing instruments to competitors at the event. The top Corinthian competitor will win a RockBox portable racing instrument, as will the Most Improved Crew as judged by an independent panel. Each RockBox has a retail value of $499.

Source: http://bymnews.com/news/newsDetails.php?id=14518

Audi's iPhone Integration may encounter Competition

Given the neo-Bauhaus austerity of Apple's product design, it only makes sense a German company like Audi would lead the auto industry in developing iPhone integration for its cars.


Source: http://blogs.automotive.com/6215742/miscellaneous/audis-iphone-integration-may-encounter-competition/

Konigseder reveals its Audi Q7 Chrome line

The Q7, performance SUV from Audi, is a top of the line vehicle concerning design, power and practibility. Naturally the subtle the aerodynamic parts from Königseder address the non cross country drivers who want to bestow more sportness upon their car.

The Königseder exterior package consist of a front bumper extension in the current Audi look and therefore improves the front area without being to flashy.
The colorless original plastic rear bumper subpart is exchanged by the Königseder extension with slight diffusor optics and two sideways turned exits for the Königseder end pipes.

Optional either a complete sport rear muffler or the end pipe combination for the original rear muffler can be chosen.
In order to complete the lateral alignment Königseder developed extensions for the rear doors and for further individualization a 5 piece chrome design packet is available
A wide range of wheels up! to 23" round off the Königseder Q7 package.

Source: http://4wheelsblog.com/released/konigseder-reveals-its-audi-q7-chrome-line

It's Official, Audi A3 Gets Greener at Virtually No Cost

European fans of German auto engineering will be delighted to learn that one of the best performing small cars in the world is getting more eco-friendly. Changes to the new Audi A3 1.9 TDI will include a CO2 emissions reduction from 135g/km to 119g/km. That makes the new A3 so green, its British drivers will not even have to pay the dreaded congestion fee to get into Central London.
So what advance drivetrain system was employed this time? Actually none; just some green-thinking applied to conventional mechanics. The transmission of the classic 1.9L diesel four-banger will simply be fitted with taller gear rations (widely-spaced gears may reduce fuel consumption by lowering engine speeds in varying power bands). With decent results in combined city/highway mileage, the technique is fairly effective, but frequently overlooked. Throw in a set of grabby, low-resistance tires, and the new A3 is greener than ever at no additional input cost.
Here in US the A3 has only been around for about a year. It's powered by a slightly larger 2.0-litre petrol in-line four, rated by EPA at 23/32 mpg. Not too impressive. But considering its 200 hp output, Audi A3 might just be one of the greenest and most dynamic sports wagons available.
Source: Whatcar


Source: http://www.goodcleantech.com/2007/08/audi_a3_gets_even_greener.php

New Audi A4 revealed

Audi opens up new horizons. The A4 is a sporty car with superb presence on the road; it takes Audi forward into a new dimension on the midsize car market. The engines that power the saloon, both TDI and spark-ignition, in all cases with direct fuel injection, combine effortless power with high efficiency. The dynamic running gear and the use of many technologies taken direct from the large-car category are evidence of the brand's lead in technical know-how. The new Audi is a new way to drive. It will reach the market at the end of November 2007, at a basic list price of about 26,000 Euros in Germany.

In its design, the new A4 reveals its sporty, progressive character: taut and dynamic in its outlines, it speaks the language of technical perfection. With an overall length of 4.70 metres, the saloon has a substantial, powerful road stance and offers its occupants ample space in an interior full of light. The workmanship is typical of an Audi – quality with no compromises. The controls can be backed by the extra refinement of innovative assistance and multimedia systems. In the safety area, the brand with the four-ring emblem sets new standards: the coordinated action of the airbags and front seat belt force limiters protects the occupants even more effectively.

When compared with the previous model, the A4 has new, sporty proportions. The front body overhang has been drastically shortened; the bonnet and wheelbase are both longer than before. In the driveline, the differential has changed places with the clutch (or torque converter), making it possible to move the front axle forward by 154 millimetres. This innovative solution ensures ideal axle-load distribution. The new A4 is the sportiest saloon in the midsize car category: agile, light and precise to control. Its dynamic suspension is a totally new design, with most of its components made from weight-saving aluminium.

The results are impressive: supremely dynamic road behaviour and effortlessly precise handling.

New high-tech options make the A4 driving experience even more fascinating: Audi drive select varies the engine, automatic transmission, steering and suspension damping characteristics to suit the driver's preferences at any given moment. Audi dynamic steering varies its ratio according to the car's speed and keeps the new A4 stable close to the handling limits by slight, almost instantaneous changes to the steering angle. The damping control system for the hydraulic shock absorbers varies the damping characteristic individually, to combine sporty driving enjoyment with maximum road safety.

The new Audi A4 is being introduced with a choice of five engines, their power outputs ranging from 105 kW (143 bhp) to 195 kW (265 bhp). The four-cylinder petrol engine, like the diesels, is turbocharged, and both types of engine have direct fuel injection. All the engines, with their supremely refined flow of power, make the A4 a pleasure to drive and, thanks to their high efficiency, consume distinctly less fuel than the previous versions.

Various transmissions are available: a six-speed manual gearbox, the tiptronic automatic transmission, the multitronic continuously variable transmission, and either front-wheel drive or quattro permanent all-wheel drive, which has been subjected to intensive development work that has made its performance even more dynamic.

Source: http://www.automotoportal.com/article/new-audi-a4-revealed

USA. Audi signs on as Title Sponsor of Melges 24 US Nationals

Organizers of the Audi 2007 Melges 24 U.S. National Championship have announced that Audi of America Inc. and the Detroit-Area Audi Metro Dealers have been named Title Sponsor of this prestigious event.
"We are extremely happy to have Audi on board for this regatta and pleased they recognize what we already know; that Melges 24 racing is the most exciting sailing going on in the United States today," said Paul Hulsey, event chairman. "We're looking forward to showing the folks at Audi that 50 plus Melges's roaring into the leeward mark is the maritime equivalent to dozens of race cars zooming around a track."
This National Championship marks Audi's first title sponsorship of any U.S. regatta. With AUDI AG recently announcing its sponsorship of the Breitling Medcup Transpac 52 circuit, and Audi of Australia's strong support of Hamilton Island Race Week and the Sydney Harbor Regatta, the automobile manufacturer is sending a clear message of their support to the yacht racing community.
Dave Suplee, Audi's general manager for the Midwest U.S., has big expectations for the event: "Our company's heritage is all about racing and competition, and our best innovations have come from racing." Suplee said. "High performance, clean technologies and pushing the envelope are core values for Audi, which is why we see this National Championship as such a good match for us."
Audi will display a full line up of their high-performance cars on the grounds of Detroit's Bayview Yacht Club, including the TT roadster and 354 horsepower S5 Sports Coupe.  The powerful and stylish Q7, easily able to easily tow a Melges 24 and carry the entire crew, will also be on display throughout the event.
Entry list swells as early registration deadline approaches
Forty-two teams have already registered from as far away as England and California, with at least 15 more boats expected to register over the coming weeks.  Only two weeks remain until the September 10 early registration deadline.  Online registration, press registration, entry list and the Notice of Race are available through the official Audi 2007 Melges 24 U.S.
National Championship website at www.melges24racing.com/nationals.
Detroit-based marine electronics manufacturer Rock City Marine will be awarding two RockBox self-contained GPS racing instruments to competitors at the event. The top Corinthian competitor will win a RockBox portable racing instrument, as will the Most Improved Crew as judged by an independent panel. Each RockBox has a retail value of $499.

Source: http://bymnews.com/news/newsDetails.php?id=14518

Audi's iPhone Integration may encounter Competition

Given the neo-Bauhaus austerity of Apple's product design, it only makes sense a German company like Audi would lead the auto industry in developing iPhone integration for its cars.


Source: http://blogs.automotive.com/6215742/miscellaneous/audis-iphone-integration-may-encounter-competition/

Konigseder reveals its Audi Q7 Chrome line

The Q7, performance SUV from Audi, is a top of the line vehicle concerning design, power and practibility. Naturally the subtle the aerodynamic parts from Königseder address the non cross country drivers who want to bestow more sportness upon their car.

The Königseder exterior package consist of a front bumper extension in the current Audi look and therefore improves the front area without being to flashy.
The colorless original plastic rear bumper subpart is exchanged by the Königseder extension with slight diffusor optics and two sideways turned exits for the Königseder end pipes.

Optional either a complete sport rear muffler or the end pipe combination for the original rear muffler can be chosen.
In order to complete the lateral alignment Königseder developed extensions for the rear doors and for further individualization a 5 piece chrome design packet is available
A wide range of wheels up! to 23" round off the Königseder Q7 package.

Source: http://4wheelsblog.com/released/konigseder-reveals-its-audi-q7-chrome-line

It's Official, Audi A3 Gets Greener at Virtually No Cost

European fans of German auto engineering will be delighted to learn that one of the best performing small cars in the world is getting more eco-friendly. Changes to the new Audi A3 1.9 TDI will include a CO2 emissions reduction from 135g/km to 119g/km. That makes the new A3 so green, its British drivers will not even have to pay the dreaded congestion fee to get into Central London.
So what advance drivetrain system was employed this time? Actually none; just some green-thinking applied to conventional mechanics. The transmission of the classic 1.9L diesel four-banger will simply be fitted with taller gear rations (widely-spaced gears may reduce fuel consumption by lowering engine speeds in varying power bands). With decent results in combined city/highway mileage, the technique is fairly effective, but frequently overlooked. Throw in a set of grabby, low-resistance tires, and the new A3 is greener than ever at no additional input cost.
Here in US the A3 has only been around for about a year. It's powered by a slightly larger 2.0-litre petrol in-line four, rated by EPA at 23/32 mpg. Not too impressive. But considering its 200 hp output, Audi A3 might just be one of the greenest and most dynamic sports wagons available.
Source: Whatcar


Source: http://www.goodcleantech.com/2007/08/audi_a3_gets_even_greener.php