27th December 2008

Audi R8

Audi R8

Audi R8 is built by a German automaker Audi and was first introduced in 2006. Audi has brought to the market a mid-engine supercars keeping in line with the company’s history of intelligent design and shared platform. This entry into the luxury sedan market comes in with a big bang for the buck. The R8 is a versatile vehicle and is easily controlled on the road going exactly where it is steered.

The R8 has some of the best advanced features around making it a very unique vehicle. The Audi R8 is built on Audi’s Space Frame making it fairly light-weight vehicle. One of the best features of Audi R8 is the design of the engine. The vehicle has 4.2L v8 engine.

FSI technology is another feature of R8, which allows the car to accelerate in fast velocity. R8 has a capability to run from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just four seconds, when you are driving you can use either of the manual or the automatic transmission. The manual transmission uses six speeds while the automatic transmission uses R-tronic technology for gear reading. The R8 can also work up to 420 horsepower at just 780 Rate per minute. It also comprised of aluminium alloy heads that can make the car more powerful, durable and fuel efficient. You can also choose form trim options such as R8 Quattro or the Quattro with R tronic. You can also get this vehicle with a six speed manual and an automated manual transmission.

When it comes to performance and power the Audi R8 also provide other great features. It offers a smooth ride because of the electromechanical system and the electromagnetic absorbers that controls the amount of fluid when on the road. And because of its magnificent performance, it was also noted as the super car for 2008. The R8 includes many notable features which include Bi-xenon headlights to discharge lamps using gas and controlled electronically in when it comes to intensity. The car also contains LED lighting even for such areas like the engine. Other external parts include retractable carbon sigma accents and Rear spoiler. Technological features are also notable in Audi R8. The sound system uses Audio Concert technology with six CD chargers and seven-speaker output. The car is also blue tooth capable and comes with a blue tooth device and Sirrus satellite radio for subscription.

You can also enjoy the high tech features found on the interior. It has a DVD base features use in the navigation system. You will also see the 6.25 inch LCD screen that work well with its navigation system when researching directions and locations. Even some of R8 features are found in some cars such as the transmission and the chassis. However it is said that 15 percent of those features and characteristics are found in R8, the cabin, the exterior and the engine are also different.

Car companies are becoming innovative and hi tech and the Audi R8 is a sure example of this. There is also an acoustic parking system that aids the driver when parking along with a rear view camera. This system works well when trying to fit into tight parking spaces.

If you looking for a car that screams luxury and comes ready to perform and has an intriguing design then the Audi R8 is the vehicle for you. You will certainly love how it sits on the road and the power it delivers. The interior design and upholstery helps to make this a fun vehicle to drive so much so you may not want to stop driving or get out.

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19th June 2008

Audi guns for CLS with new A7

Audi A7

Bosses at Audi won’t rest until every possible niche has been filled – and now, the four-door coupé market is in their sights.

These exclusive images provide the best look yet at the new A7. It’s Audi’s challenger to the Mercedes CLS, as well as the forthcoming BMW 8-Series, and promises a strong combination of luxury, style and performance.

The A7 will showcase a raft of technology, including the second-generation of Audi’s MMI cabin control system. And according to insiders at the Ingolstadt company, it will raise the bar even higher in terms of interior quality.

Under the skin is a stretched version of the platform which underpins the stylish A5 coupé, although the newcomer will ride on air-suspension to provide an impressive balance of sharp handling and a smooth ride.

Six engines will be available from launch: a trio of V6 diesels, including an all-new 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged unit, as well as V6 and V8 petrol powerplants.

Hot S7 and RS7 models are in the pipeline, too. The latter will use a revised version of the 5.2-litre V10 in the current RS6, albeit tuned to give more than 600bhp.

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8th May 2008

About the Audi A3

Audi A3

Vorsprung durch Technik- this is the principle behind every Audi vehicle. The phrase means ‘advance through technology’ which is evident in the lineup of vehicle that the company present to the automotive world. Among the manifestations of the good work of a German company known as Audi is the A3 which was produced in 1996. This is a compact luxury vehicle that was created based on the platform of Volkswagen A and other models like Volkswagen Golf, Audi TT, Caddy, Touran, SEAT Leon, and Skoda Octavia. Two generations of this model was launched into public.

The Audi A3 does not resemble the look of any other Audi models nor does it look like Volkswagen GTI and Rabbit which is its distant relative. The first generation came around 1996 up to 2003 which is presented with three-door hatchback body and it employs five valves with four-cylinder configuration. To go with the demand of the generation, it was redesigned during 1999 into a 5-door car. The engine had also undergone tweaking for better performance.

During 2003, the second generation of Audi A3 was created with better design and stylish contours that will surely capture the heart of every vehicle enthusiast and aficionados. Mounted with new light cluster, enhanced interior and additional five-speed or six-speed manual gearbox, it is expected to make a name in the industry. And as expected, it was renowned by the public therefore making Audi A3 one of the best models there is. Also, it features Direct-Shift Gearbox or DSG that enables quick changing of gears for better driving experience and at the same time cost-effective fuel consumption.

But the rise of the second generation did not stop the company of improving this model because in 2006, a new generation was designed which is an exact carry-over of the 2003 model apart from a few changes and improvements it employs. Performance is well assured with its 4-cylinder turbo-charged engine that can create up to 200 horsepower. It is also mounted with renowned McPherson suspension that provides stability as well as perk up its cornering aptitude.

Indeed, the Acura A3 is the thinking person’s performance car since it is very fast and very talented, as well as space- and fuel-efficient. Although small, it is also packed with all the safety features required in a vehicle like the standard airbags that work well for frontal and side impact that offers padding for the occupant’s chest and abdomen. The door on the driver’s side gives support to its aperture, which keep the body shell structurally sound.

The door is made up of an aluminum beam that interlocks with the sill therefore extending its efficient height while the door’s contour against the occupant remains just about vertical in case an accident occurs. Furthermore, it won’t be bothering to ride a child with you since the rear seat belts possess automatic locks for use with child restraints, although no instruction label was given on the belts. A little problem though, the belt buckle for grown up slightly interfere with the guide slot on the suggested child control as a result, it prevents the belt from being appropriately tightened.

This model had proven that even small cars can do wonders! It is packed with technologically advanced features that will make each ride as pleasurable as ever. Comfort is given because of its amenities like radio, cd player, mp3 player and a lot more. You will definitely not feel bored all throughout your ride so you can take your love one with you for a long ride and never even be bothered with the distance! There is only one major problem; the Acura A3 comes extremely expensive!

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