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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 Steps Away From WEC, Refocuses on Formula E

By Will Maley on October 26, 2016 - 11:11AM

For the past 18 years, Audi has dominated endurance racing around the world. In that time, the German automaker took home 106 victories. 13 of those wins came from the iconic 24 Hours of LeMans race. But everything must come to an end.

Dieselgate Class-Action Settlement Payment Program To Begin In November

By Marc Stern on October 25, 2016 - 9:11PM

Today was a major milestone in the Dieselgate class-action suit settlement as Judge Charles Breyer okayed the deal allowing owners to begin the process of obtaining payments for their turbodiesels.

Audi S7 Sportback for New South Wales Police

Audi S7 Sportback Enters the Force

By Will Maley on October 24, 2016 - 9:43AM

If you happen to be a police officer in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, you are impressed with the fleet of vehicles on offer. Right behind them has to be the New South Wales Police Force in Australia which has taken delivery of a new police vehicle.

Audi In Talks To Buy Back 25,000 Q7 CUVs As Dieselgate Moves To Troubled 3.0-Liter Engines

By Marc Stern on October 21, 2016 - 11:11PM

Audi representatives and those of the regulatory world have been working under the direction of Judge Charles Breyer to settle all aspects of the Dieselgate scandal.

How to Hassle A Nissan GT-R By the Audi RS6 Avant (Video)

By Will Maley on October 20, 2016 - 1:54PM

The current Nissan GT-R has been with us for a decade and it is still one of the quickest vehicles on sale. 0-60 mph only takes 2.9 seconds thanks to 565 horsepower twin-turbo V6 and clever all-wheel drive system.

Experts Calm Driver Fears Over Vehicle Hacks; All They Want Is Money

By Marc Stern on October 20, 2016 - 9:03AM

Cybersecurity experts agree that despite all the hand-wringing and worrisome articles about what hackers may do to the connected car, their primary motives are far more conventional. The experts don't expect hackers to take over cars and drive them off cliffs -- with you inside -- instead, they believe cybercrooks want your identity and money.

2017 Audi Q7 To Get Brand's Smallest Engine (For the U.S.)

By Will Maley on October 18, 2016 - 3:29PM

Putting your smallest engine into your largest vehicle may seem like a terrible idea. But Audi might be the exception.

Audi LeMans Racing Effort May Be The Latest Victim of VW’s Dieselgate Scandal

By Marc Stern on October 15, 2016 - 11:24PM

The effect of the Dieselgate scandal continues to be felt throughout Volkswagen. The latest victim is apparently Audi racing whose diesel-based entry in the World Endurance Championship will likely be yanked starting in 2017.

The Expert Consensus On The 2018 Audi Q5: Definitely Middle-Of-The-Road

By Marc Stern on October 13, 2016 - 11:49PM

Some of the first word back on the new Q5 by Audi, due out next year, shows that feelings are definitely middle-of-the-road.

Audi R8 e-tron is Unplugged

By Will Maley on October 12, 2016 - 2:38PM

The curious case of the Audi R8 e-tron has finally reached an end point.

3 VW, Audi Recalls Announced; Repairs Should Be Soon

By Marc Stern on October 7, 2016 - 11:54PM

Volkswagen, apparently to keep similar recalls together, yesterday issued three fuel system recalls covering nearly 300,000 VW and Audi cars and crossovers.

Here’s How Audi Racing Benefits Its Consumer Models

By Marc Stern on October 6, 2016 - 12:59PM

With major victories in endurance racing series, Audi has shown it has a strong racing, winning track presence. Consumers benefit from this experience because vehicles' track experience helps to make stronger production cars.

A4 Sales Push Audi To 69th Straight Record Sales Month

By Marc Stern on October 4, 2016 - 11:21PM

Audi soared to its 69th straight month of sales success with the help of the A4. Interestingly, the A4 luxo-sedan ran counter to recent trends as it scored a sales success in the face of torrid crossover sales. For much of the auto market, the reverse is true.

Audi Ups Power In Redesigned 2017 Crossover Q5

By Marc Stern on October 2, 2016 - 5:57PM

The Paris Auto show has featured a slew of introductions. Audi, for example, has introduced the restyled Q5 which features a new model, the SQ5, and a more powerful engine, a 3.0-liter turbocharged V-6.

Audi Adds A Manual Transmission For 2017 A4

By Will Maley on October 1, 2016 - 12:11PM

Manual transmissions seem to be going the way of the dodo bird. So whenever an automaker announces one of their vehicles is getting the option of a manual, it's time for a celebration.

Dieselgate Claims A Powerful Victim: 420-HP EA888 Engine In Audi TT RS

By Marc Stern on September 29, 2016 - 11:45PM

Dieselgate has claimed many victims but none is closer to the heart of the performance enthusiast than the EA888, high-performance four. The four that powered a Beetle to a land speed record.

Audi Spills the Beans on the RS3 Sedan

By Will Maley on September 29, 2016 - 2:23PM

Audi would have liked to make the RS3 Sedan a surprise at this week's Paris Motor Show. But thanks to a leaked video and roadmap, we knew a fair amount about. At least Audi has gone forward tell us the various details of their newest RS model.

Audi Recalls 80,000 Vehicles For Side Marker Issues

Audi Recalls 80,000 Vehicles To Fix Side Marker Light Software Glitch

By Marc Stern on September 27, 2016 - 10:15PM

Audi, a division of Volkswagen, has recalled several 2015-17 models to fix a software glitch that turns off the side market lights. It only happens when the headlights or parking lights are turned on, usually at night, when all lights are needed for visibility.

Report Clears Audi CEO Of Dieselgate Involvement

By Marc Stern on September 26, 2016 - 9:25AM

A report in a German publication clears Audi chief executive Rupert Stadler of involvement in the Dieselgate scandal.

Audi Chief May Be Out If Reports Are True

Time Running Out For Audi CEO As Dieselgate Closes In

By Marc Stern on September 21, 2016 - 11:09PM

The Teflon (R) armor that has surrounded Rupert Stadler, Audi chief exec, looks like it is wearing very thin as he could soon find himself joining other top VW execs, caught up in the Dieselgate scandal.

Compact Q3 Crossover May Be The Secret Of Audi’s Success

By Marc Stern on September 13, 2016 - 6:34PM

Since April, Audi's compact crossover, the Q3, has been a success story. Indeed, it may be the real secret to the automaker's continuing record of success this year.

Audi Deepens Ties With Chinese Firms To Beef Up Technology Offerings

By Marc Stern on September 12, 2016 - 10:20PM

Audi has abandoned talks with Uber and Google, among others, to pursue closer collaboration with Chinese firms to bring internet technologies to drivers.

Audi Reveals A5 and S5 Sportback, May Come To The U.S.

By Will Maley on September 8, 2016 - 2:26PM

When Audi revealed the second-generation A5 coupe a couple months back, we knew in due course that the A5 Sportback would be revealed. Sure enough, Audi spilled the beans on the 2017 A5 Sportback this week.

Rumored: Audi Gives the Green Light For Model S Fighter

By Will Maley on August 31, 2016 - 3:51PM

The Tesla Model S has a large target on the back that the German automakers are aiming for. The reason is simple; customers that would be buying a flagship luxury sedan with a German badge are turning to the Model S. Now, we have information on one automaker's plan to take down the Model S.

Audi Adds More Tech for 2017 A3 Sportback e-tron

By Will Maley on August 30, 2016 - 3:49PM

We have been waiting for Audi to announce details of the updated A3 Sportback e-tron since announcing the 2017 A3 and S3 sedans. Today, the german automaker spilled the beans.

Rumored: Audi Ponders Whether or Not To Do An RS6 Allroad

By Will Maley on August 27, 2016 - 10:34AM

Has there been a moment in time where you find yourself wishing that you had a wagon that could take you to that special fishing spot and do some track time? That wish could be coming true.

2017 Audi A4 Ultra Achieves 37 MPG on the Highway and It Isn't A Diesel

By Will Maley on August 17, 2016 - 4:32PM

If you think that you need a diesel to achieve high fuel economy figures on the highway, Audi would like to have a word with you.

Why Some Audi Vehicles Will Be Able To Talk With Traffic Signals

By Will Maley on August 15, 2016 - 2:26PM

We all hate waiting at traffic signals because it feels like an eternity for the red light to turn green. But in a couple of Audi models for 2017, you'll have an idea of when the light will change.

What You Need To Know About the Audi A3 Lineup for the U.S.

By Will Maley on August 12, 2016 - 9:23AM

Even though Audi has already revealed for the A3 back in April, there was no information available on the U.S. version. But this week, Audi has revealed the details for the U.S. A3 lineup.

2017 Audi A4 Allroad Arrives This Fall, Begins At $44,950

By Will Maley on July 27, 2016 - 9:37AM

If you have your heart set on an Audi wagon, here is the only way you can get one in the U.S.

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