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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 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.

America's favorite mud-whompin' luxury wagon, new and improved

By John Goreham on March 8, 2012 - 12:40PM

The new and improved 2013 Audi A6 All-Road Quattro wears a business suit and Wellies

The 2013 Audi RS4 Avant debuts in Geneva

By Patrick Rall on March 8, 2012 - 11:07AM

Among the new Audi models unveiled at this week’s 2012 Geneva Motor Show was the 2013 RS4 Avant, the newest high end sport wagon to sport the 4 rings but like most other RS-models from Audi – the new RS4 Avant likely won’t be showing up in US dealerships.

The interior of the new 2013 Audi RS4 Avant

By Patrick Rall on March 8, 2012 - 11:05AM

The rear of the new 2013 Audi RS4 Avant

By Patrick Rall on March 8, 2012 - 11:04AM

The side of the new 2013 Audi RS4 Avant

By Patrick Rall on March 8, 2012 - 11:03AM

The third generation Audi A3 debuted in Geneva. Photo courtesy of Audi.

Third generation Audi A3 debuted at Geneva Auto Show

By Don Bain on March 7, 2012 - 6:47PM

The lightweight, efficient Audi A3 debuted its third generation at the Geneva Auto Show this week, boasting a 1.6-liter diesel engine getting a remarkable 61.9 mpg while emitting an enviable 5.6 ounces of CO2 per mile.

The 2012 Audi TT RS Plus is actually less in Geneva

By Patrick Rall on March 7, 2012 - 1:07PM

Among the big debuts at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show is the new 2012 Audi TT RS Plus, which improves performance and fuel economy by cutting some weight off of the current production TT RS.

Audi announces A3 e-tron electric car pilot program at TED conference

By David Herron on February 27, 2012 - 1:09PM

The Audi A3 e-tron is the company's latest electric car design, and a pilot project for the the San Francisco, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and Denver markets is being launched at the TED conference this week.

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