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Audi

Audi is a German carmaker that makes various types of vehicles ranging from supermini to crossover SUVs. It maintains its worldwide headquarters in Ingolstadt, Germany. Audi produces luxury automobiles and is the number one luxury brand in the world. Their other products include sedans, coupes, compacts and sport models. They are a majority owned subsidiary of the Volkswagen group.

Audi sets fastest yet electric car lap record at Nürburgring

By David Herron on June 29, 2012 - 1:29PM

The Nürburgring is one of the toughest race courses in the world, and Audi is the latest automaker to set an electric car speed record there, with an 8:09.099 minutes lap time.

2013 Audi A6 2.0T to get Quattro, 8-speed auto transmission

By Patrick Rall on June 25, 2012 - 6:56PM

The entry level (and fairly unpopular) Audi A6 2.0T is currently offered only with a front wheel drive configuration and the Audi Multitronic® continuously variable transmission (CVT) but when the 2013 models arrive, the base A6 will benefit from the Quattro all-wheel drive system and a traditional 8-speed automatic transmission.

Reality star Scott Disick selling flashy chrome Audi R8 on Ebay

By Anthony Faccenda on June 22, 2012 - 10:16PM

Disick's custom vehicle will set you back a cool $135,000.

Which is a better premium crossover buy, diesel or hybrid

By John Goreham on June 22, 2012 - 10:34AM

Both diesel and gasoline hybrid crossovers get excellent mileage, but excell in different ways. Which would you choose?

Audi USA Moves Quickly to Fill Leadership Gap

By Keith Griffin on June 20, 2012 - 9:24PM

As the old saying goes, "Don't let the door hit you on the way out," which seems to be the message Audi is sending to its former U.S. president by quickly naming his replacement.

2013 Audi Q5 now a diesel in SQ5 trim blows away expectations

By John Goreham on June 18, 2012 - 8:39AM

The Audi SQ5 Lexus RX350 fighter is now available with stump pulling torque.

Hybrid crosses finish line first at Le Mans

By Keith Griffin on June 17, 2012 - 7:36PM

In a historical finish at the 80th running of the famous Le Mans 24 Hours, victory has gone to a hybrid vehicle: the Audi R18 e-tron Quattro.

Audi's electric and PHEV A2 won't be built

So Long Audi A2 e-tron

By Nicolas Zart on June 12, 2012 - 11:27AM

The electric Audi A2 e-tron won’t be coming to a dealership near you after the company coils back in fear of price tag.

An image from the Audi YouTube post Alien.

Audi gaining market share by boosting Buzz score

By Don Bain on June 11, 2012 - 3:41PM

Last month, Audi reported their 17th month of consecutive U.S. auto sales increases, while they are enjoying similar success in China as well. While this was going on, in the English speaking world (and beyond) a YouTube video titled Alien has built a following and resulted in an enhanced Buzz score.

All-new Audi A3 Sedan U.S. launch moved up

By Denis Flierl on June 10, 2012 - 7:19AM

Audi USA has confirmed that the new Audi A3 Sedan will launch in the U.S. late this year.

Johan de Nysschen departs Audi for Infiniti

Shakeup at Audi as de Nysschen Departs

By Keith Griffin on June 4, 2012 - 1:59PM

First came the news last week that Johan de Nysschen was stepping down as head of Audi in the U.S. and now comes the announcement that he will be appointed as senior vice president of Nissan Motor Company in charge of Infiniti effective July 1, 2012.

Audi planning to elminate side mirrors

By Aaron Turpen on June 2, 2012 - 3:24PM

Audi plans to remove the side view mirrors on their race cars.

Audi Wins Nürburgring 24 Hour Race and Finishes Second, Too

By Keith Griffin on May 20, 2012 - 4:01PM

The top two spots at Nürburgring 24 Hour Race were claimed by a dominant 1-2 finish courtesy of customer squads Team Phoenix and Mamerow Racing.

Audi's Smart Electric Bike Is A Sweet Ride

By Nicolas Zart on May 15, 2012 - 12:24PM

One might remember the German EH Line article written last month*, well here’s another German eBike and none other than Audi is behind it.

Audi moving ahead with seven new models

By Denis Flierl on May 11, 2012 - 3:28PM

Audi has filed papers with the European trademark office to protect seven new car names likely to be seen on upcoming models.

All-new 2013 Audi A3 details released

By Denis Flierl on May 5, 2012 - 8:53AM

The 2013 Audi A3 new five-door Sportback and four-door sedan coming to the U.S. next October.

2013 Audi Q5 completely updated to impress customers

By John Goreham on April 28, 2012 - 12:10PM

The 2013 Audi Q5 is thoroughly updated to stay ahead in the ultra-competitive luxury crossover market

Jon Olsson’s Audi R8 Razor GTR is over-the-top

By Denis Flierl on April 28, 2012 - 12:07PM

Take what Jon Olsson does on skis, add in an Audi R8, and give it a big dose of PPI Automotive design, and you’ve got one incredible ride.

The 2012 Audi A3 TDI. Photo by Don Bain.

Running with the big dogs in the 2012 Audi A3 TDI

By Don Bain on April 23, 2012 - 2:57AM

Driving the 2012 Audi A3 TDI daily last week revealed it to be a comfortable if still compelling Eurowagon with performance and efficiency perfect for the commuter with a primarily intercity work routine, like exburb residents who regularly drive to and from metropolitan suburbs.

It's Official: Audi AG to buy Ducati Motor Holding

By Patrick Rall on April 18, 2012 - 1:43PM

Yesterday we discussed how Audi AG was interested in purchasing the Ducati motorcycle brand and with the VW supervisory board approving the deal today, Audi has announced that they will be buying Ducati Motor Holding from current owner Investindustrial Group.

Audi unveils performance-enhanced RS Q3 ahead of Beijing

By Denis Flierl on April 18, 2012 - 7:28AM

Audi released details of the high-performance RS Q3 Concept crossover ahead of the upcoming 2012 Beijing Auto Show.

Audi planning to buy Ducati for $1.1 billion

By Patrick Rall on April 17, 2012 - 2:38PM

According to an insider speaking with the folks from Automotive News, Audi is planning the buy Italian motorcycle builder Ducati for the sum of around $1.1 billion – provided that the supervisory board at parent company Volkswagen approves the deal in a vote this Wednesday.

Audi e-Tron interacting with Pedestrians

Audi designing the "e-tron sound" for upcoming electric supercar

By David Herron on April 9, 2012 - 9:56PM

Audi's upcoming electric supercar, the Audi R8 e-tron, promises to not only be an exciting electric car, it will have a unique sound thanks to an engineering effort to craft an artificial sound signature that supposedly says "Audi".

Electric car sound signature called e-sound created by Audi

By John Goreham on April 6, 2012 - 12:46PM

Electric cars need to alert pedestrians of their approach and Audi has developed a sound signature it call e-sound to do the job.

Tajima Nobuhiro's electric "Monster" will challenghe gas racers at Pikes Peak

Electric Racer Tajima Challenges Conventional Engines At Pikes Peak Race

By Nicolas Zart on April 3, 2012 - 12:12PM

Pikes Peak is THE race when it comes to hill climb and electric cars are proving to challenge gas engines in ways that should fuel competition the next few decades.

Will the 2013 Audi A8 hybrid deliver what customers want

By John Goreham on March 26, 2012 - 5:23PM

The 2013 Audi A8 hybrid goes farther than rivals Mercedes-Benz and BMW in delivering fuel savings with a new hybrid offering.

Kynetic hybrid power with turbo diesels from Audi

Prototype Audi R18 e-tron Quattro Will Sting Competition

By Nicolas Zart on March 16, 2012 - 2:33PM

The revised Audi R18 e-tron quattro’s specifications are out and the verdict is in, this years’ competition is going to be red hot.

Audi set to buy Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 12, 2012 - 4:53PM

It seems luxury German automaker Audi is going to buy the Italian motorcycle maker Ducati in an exclusive deal.

Audi R8 tribute video shows teaser of second generation R8

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 11, 2012 - 4:12PM

Audi has released a teaser video of the second generation Audi R8, which all gearheds are surely eagerly waiting for.

Audi's sales grow thanks in part to a dirty word

By John Goreham on March 9, 2012 - 10:36AM

Audi’s sales results show the A6 and A7 luxury sport sedans closing the gap in the executive sedan segment vs. rivals due in part to a body style that is a dirty word in the luxury car world.

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