9th July 2010

Features of the Audi A5

When it comes to the 2010 Audi A5, there are many different features you need to know about it. This car is a great example of sophistication, luxury as well as performance that all operates in a wonderful harmony.

Exterior
The exterior of this vehicle improves on the concept of the classic coupe. It has a muscular, low-slung stance as well as a pronounced single frame grill that has LED daytime running lights available on it. This feature is what gives this car an unmistakable Audi look, while also enhancing the look and aesthetic of the vehicle. This vehicle has a timeless shape to it as it has a sculpted, fluid look to it. From the attention of the body lines being sculpted and fluid, right down to the five spoke alloy wheels, this vehicle makes an elegant statement which helps to earn it “Design of the Year” from the Automobile Magazine.

Interior
This vehicle has been designed for the driver, with many storage spaces available in the cockpit, and also having benchmark materials as part of the design. Due to the design, the driver of the Audi A5 should have no issue in being able to reach the controls from their position, and they should have no issue with their comfort while driving. The finest materials have been used when it comes to the interior of this car, and the craftsmanship is wonderful. Some of the storage spaces in this vehicle are a spot to store your water bottle as well as storage nets on the back of the seat.

Luxury and Entertainment
While the interior of the Audi is very comfortable, you will be happy to know that your experience while driving this vehicle will be just as good. To make sure you are comfortable, leather seats are standard and the leather wrapped steering wheel is also standard. You can choose different genuine wood inlays to continue the level of sophistication of this car. A sunroof is another standard feature of this vehicle, which allows for fresh air and an unobstructed view of what is going on overhead.

Technology
When it comes to new cars, one of the biggest draws is the new technology within the vehicle. The Audi A5 is no different in that you will get the Audi valvelift system which is used to maximize air intake and exhaust to make sure you are getting the maximum performance. You will also receive Sirius Satellite radio with a free three month subscription to check it out. Another important piece of technology these days is the Bluetooth that is built into the car for easy hands free communication.

Safety
A big factor when choosing a new vehicle is the safety of it, as many people are travelling with small children and other precious cargo. As a result, the Audi A5 has six different airbags in it. This includes driver and front passenger dual stage airbags, as well as dual threshold next generation airbags that have occupant sensors. There are also driver and front passenger chest side airbags and Sideguard head protection airbags for the outboard occupants with a rollover sensor. This car also has an ultra high-strength body made of steel. You will also find an innovative brake disc wiping system which works to improve the braking in wet conditions by pulsing the brakes.

When it comes to the Audi A5 you know that you are getting a great car, with a sophisticated and sleek look to it. This car has some great new features in both technology and safety so you know that you are safe when you are driving this vehicle. While it may not have as much power as some of the other vehicles out there, it likely will meet your needs.

Written on behalf of Total Fleet Services by John Eva
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6th July 2010

The New Audi A1

Audi A1

The Audi A1 is the newest of the small coupes trying to duplicate the Smart car. The makers claim they are trying to attract the younger hip crowd of urban dwellers in order to capture a market that is easily missed, newly graduated college students looking for a chic brand but a practically attractive car. Well, whether they succeed in gathering the age group they are seeking business or not this is a sweet little automobile. With two trim packages and all sorts of optional extras this is an easily upgraded safe vehicle that also has reliability and durability of branding from the German makers.

Audi is the premier of autos with its Metroproject Quatro hybrid with excellent fuel emissions and mpg. The A1 is a compact car that will rival the Mini Cooper in style and dependability. Its extremely well built interior is not only stylish it is made for ease of use for the driver. The seats are stylish and comfortable with options available. The newest attraction added for those recently graduated is the state of the art up to the minute system with the i-pod or i-phone plug ins, navigation system, rock your world stereo and beyond excellent speakers.

In its bid to out class the mini class Audi has combined luxury sedan interior comfort with sporty exterior and performance you would expect from this one hundred year old auto maker. The car comes with choices in engine and transmissions as well as an hybrid model. It comes in a sporty hatchback or sedan model with choices of interior and exterior trim packages and upgrades.

Made for easy maneuvering around town to zip into parking spaces or easily park in a parallel spot without having to squeeze in with bigger cars jamming the space. In the world of more compact vehicles growing up in the name of going green this awesome vehicle won’t seem like a sacrifice to drive. This sporty luxurious incredibly fun ride will keep you wanting to run errands longer than may be necessary.

When it comes to perfection on wheels in a mini size it is hard to beat this superior design, low to the road easy to handle construction and you have the Audi A1. With its German engineering and heritage this is a car you will keep you riding in style showing off your chic taste but save the world mentality.

When it comes to financing options you can count on several choices including purchasing, leasing and buyers choice. Financing the car with the recommended options from the Audi dealer is an excellent choice for the buyer who wants to get the best deal.

There is always the choice of utilizing a bank or credit union. As for other options there is leasing in one year to four years terms with various mileage options. This is a great deal for anyone interested in exchanging or upgrading to the latest newest vehicle every few years or someone who really doesn’t take long trips or put a lot of mileage on a car during the course of a year.

Another option is to look into buyer’s choice where the buyer turns the car in at the end of the term, or purchases it out right from the dealer or obtains financing from his own sources. This is a great option if you want to walk away free and clear at the end of a term without being upside down on a vehicle. Whatever way you want to own your vehicle the Audi A1 is an excellent vehicle to test drive and then fall for.

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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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