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Audi exclusive unveils upgraded A6 Avant at Milan Design Week
#audi #audia6 #a6 #a6avant #audia6avant #milan #designweek Having set standards in the personalization of premium vehicles since 1995, Audi is celebrating the 30th anniversary of top-level customization this year. For the occasion, Audi exclusive is premiering new colors and materials that give the business flagship A6 Avant a unique character. At Milan Design Week from April 7 to 13, the master of upgrades will unveil a special representative of the luxury model. In addition to the wide range of personalization options made possible by Audi exclusive, exhibitions on aerodynamics and lighting technology provide interesting insights. Tradition unites: for the twelfth time, Audi brings personalization to life at the Italian design fair...
The new Audi e tron GT: An electrifying masterpiece
#audi #etron #audietron #audietronrs #audietrongt #etrongt #etronrs #gt #granturismo #gtperformance #audirs #audis The Audi e-tron GT quattro has been the electric and sporty top model in Audi’s product portfolio since its premiere in 2021. The four-door Gran Turismo combines evocative design with a powerful drive system and dynamic handling. The new versions significantly improve the sporty vehicle's range, performance, charging, and handling. With the RS e-tron GT performance, Audi is debuting its first fully electric RS performance model. The new models in the Audi e-tron GT family are available to order now. More distinctive: The model family now includes three variants The Audi S e-tron GT[1], the Audi RS e-tron GT[2], and the...
New Audi A5 e-hybrids combine dynamics, efficiency, and long electric range
#audi #a5 #audia5 #ppc #audiehybrid #ehybrid #audihybrid Built on the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), the new Audi A5 is welcoming additional members to its family. Alongside the pure combustion engine models, Audi is now offering two plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) models in two power levels for the A5 series for the first time. Customers will benefit from greater comfort and technical innovations for their daily mobility. The new generation of HV batteries boasts around 45 percent higher capacity. The increased regenerative braking performance contributes to an electric range of up to 110 kilometers. Audi offers both the Avant and Sedan as e-hybrid quattro in two power levels with up to 270 kilowatts of total output...
The all-rounder for every day: the Audi Q5
#audi #audiq5 #q5 #q5suv #audiq5suv #audisuv #suv The Audi Q5 stands out as a true all-rounder. Since 2008, the first two generations of the SUV have impressed numerous customers with their qualities. Now the third edition of the Audi Q5 demonstrates its variable and versatile features in southern Spain. From mountain biking to dinner in the city, Dominic Stern, Product Marketing Expert for the Audi Q5, takes us on a day trip. Room to roam: versatile and adaptable storage concept Performance on- and off-road: air suspension with adaptive damper control Eye-catching by day and night: active digital light signature and second-generation digital OLED rear lights We meet Dominic Stern in front of a hotel in Málaga. Working in Product...
Audi presents annual results in Annual Media Conference 2025 live stream
#audi #audiconference #audimedia #audimediaconference Audi invites you to the Annual Media Conference on March 18, 2025. Members of the media and other interested parties from around the world can watch the event live online at audi-mediacenter.com starting at 11 a.m. (CET). 2024 financial results and outlook for 2025 Live stream on March 18, 2025, starting at 11 a.m. (CET) A review of last year and a look at the current business strategy and model initiative What results did Audi achieve in the 2024 financial year? How is the company managing the challenges currently facing the industry? In the live stream, CEO Gernot Döllner and CFO Jürgen Rittersberger will present the figures from the 2024 financial year and provide insight into...
A class act: the new Audi A6 Avant
#audi #a6avant #a6 #audia6 #audia6avant #avant The new Audi A6 Avant is more dynamic, efficient, and digital than ever. It stands for first-class travel like no other vehicle in the premium full size class. Modern gasoline and diesel engines increase performance and reduce CO2 emissions thanks to the mild hybrid technology MHEV plus. On long journeys and in the city, the adaptive air suspension and all-wheel steering ensure a high level of driving comfort and agile handling in equal measure. The outstanding drag coefficient of 0.25 – the best value of an Audi Avant with a combustion engine – means high efficiency and demonstrates the perfect interplay of form and function. The exterior reflects the vehicle’s sporty, elegant character...
Save the date: Audi to unveil the new A6 Avant
#audi #a6avant #audia6avant #a6 #avant The Audi A6 Avant celebrates its world premiere on March 4 at 2 p.m. Almost five decades after the debut of the Audi 100 Avant, the new generation of the A6 is now being launched, representing first-class travel in the premium full-size segment. At Audi, the name Avant has stood for vehicles with a sporty and stylish aesthetic, superior functionality, and outstanding driving dynamics since 1977. CEO Gernot Döllner: “We are writing the next chapter in our Avant history. The new Audi A6 unites an elegant and dynamic design with exceptional aerodynamics. Efficient yet high-performance drive systems and cutting-edge suspension technology combine sportiness with a high level of comfort, making...
Audi creates structures for accelerated transformation
Audi sets its sights on greater speed with a more efficient organization and less complexity. The prelude to this was the introduction of the matrix organization and the strengthening of the model series structure at the beginning of the year. Now, another important step is to follow: Audi will bundle its transformation functions in the new organizational unit “Transformation, Consulting, and Organization.” Yvonne Bettkober, who was most recently responsible for the global organizational development and transformation of Volkswagen AG and CARIAD, will head the unit. Audi will consolidate all transformation functions in the department “Transformation, Consulting, and Organization” as of March 1, 2025 The new unit will be headed by...
Audi Tradition showcases Audi 100 and A6 history
#audi #audi100 #audia6 #a6 Audi Tradition is presenting a special chapter in Audi history with a new exhibition at the Audi Forum Neckarsulm: the company’s rise to the upper mid-size range with the Audi 100. Running until April 30, a total of 17 exhibits from eight generations of the C model series, starting with the Audi 100 from 1968, await visitors on the second floor of the Audi Forum. Over the course of its four model generations, the Audi 100 won the Golden Steering Wheel five times, the title “Car of the Year” twice, and was named “World Car of the Year” by automotive journalists once. The model series’ success is underscored by the 3.2 million Audi 100s that were sold in total. The premiere of the first Audi 100 in 1968 was...
A stronger start in electric mobility: the Audi Q4 40 e-tron
#audi #q4 #audiq4 #etron #audiq4etron #q4etron Audi is strengthening the Q4 e-tron series by adding a high-range entry-level variant. The fully electric premium model offers extensive standard equipment, a range of up to 412 kilometers (Sportback: 423 kilometers), and DC charging power of 165 kW. With manual battery preconditioning and predictive maintenance reminders, the Q4 40 e-tron ensures even more convenience and ease in everyday driving. The entry-level model with a 63 kWh battery can be ordered starting mid-February. Range up to 423 kilometers thanks to battery capacity of 63 kWh (gross); 150 kW (204 PS) enables impressive performance Manual battery preconditioning and predictive maintenance reminder make everyday life even...
Audi heightens clarity for customers through global standardization of model names
#audi #audinews #audimodels Global standardization and clear orientation for all customers: Audi is strengthening the alphanumeric format of its nomenclature. Going forward, it will represent the size and positioning of each model globally in a unified and transparent way. The previous distinction between electric vehicles and models with combustion engines according to their number no longer applies. Differentiation according to size and positioning independent of powertrain type Marco Schubert, board member for sales and marketing: “We are providing intuitive orientation for all customers worldwide” Audi A6 with combustion engine to be revealed globally on March 4 “This decision is the result of intensive discussions and also...
Audi simulates global power grids to test EV charging
#audi #audiev #evcharging #bosch #audielectric #electriccar #ev #bev #electricaudis Whether with 110 or 230 volts or 50 or 60 hertz, at Audi in Ingolstadt, electric cars can now be charged as if they were in China, the United States, or in numerous other countries around the globe. At the new electric-charging test center at the Ingolstadt site, Technical Development is testing electric Audi models under the conditions that prevail in the various sales regions. The results are incorporated directly into the research and development of the vehicles. This means that customers always benefit from the best charging experience, no matter where they are in the world. Audi is one of the first carmakers to have a charging park with a grid...
MHEV plus: the next generation of hybridization at Audi
#audi #a5 #q5 #audia5 #audiq5 #ppc #mhev #hybrid #audihybrid With the new A5 and Q5 series built on the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), Audi has launched its first combustion engines with the new MHEV plus technology. With its unique interplay between the powertrain generator (PTG), belt alternator starter (BAS), and a lithium iron phosphate battery, the 48-volt mild hybrid system supports the combustion engine, reduces carbon emissions, and simultaneously increases performance and agility. The PTG, which can be fully coupled or decoupled, features integrated power electronics and an electric motor that enables partially electric driving. This reduces consumption and makes for an even smoother driving experience. MHEV plus...
Ready to blaze new trails – Audi unveils Q6 e-tron offroad concept
#audi #q6 #etron #audiq6etron #audiconcept #conceptcar #audiq6 #q6etron At this year’s world cup weekend in Kitzbühel, Austria, Audi is unveiling a highly emotive Q6. The Audi Q6 e-tron offroad concept, a newly developed prototype, features two electric motors with a combined power output of 380 kW and can climb gradients of up to 100 percent thanks to its newly designed portal axles. Iconic prototype showcases the potential of the PPE platform Newly developed portal axles enable it to climb gradients of up to 100 percent; wider track and increased ride height combine for a spectacular appearance Audi CEO Gernot Döllner: “Highly emotive reinterpretation of quattro” The debuting Q6 gives a taste of a potential vehicle in the...
The New Audi A3 Sportback TFSI e. More powerful and efficient than ever.
#audi #audia3 #a3 #a3sportback #tfsie #audia3sportback #sportbacktfsie #electric #hybrid #audihybrid With a higher battery capacity, DC charging at fast-charging stations, and an electric range of up to 143 kilometers, the Audi A3 Sportback TFSI e is undergoing a comprehensive technology upgrade. Its intelligent drive management ensures outstanding efficiency, high recuperation performance, and locally emission-free driving over long distances in everyday life. The plug-in hybrid combines dynamic handling with increased comfort. More powerful high-voltage battery: electric range more than doubled up to 143 kilometers Outstanding efficiency: intelligent drive management and DC fast charging for the first deliver an enhanced electric...
1.7 million deliveries in 2024: Audi forges ahead with its model initiative
#audi #audisales Audi delivered around 1.7 million vehicles worldwide in 2024. More than 164,000 of those were fully electric models. Reasons for this overall decline of almost 12 percent (8 percent for fully electric models) compared to the previous year included the challenging economic conditions, an intensely competitive market, and limited availability of parts. In addition, the new product portfolio is only gradually having an impact on global sales volumes. Over 164,000 fully electric vehicles delivered worldwide Challenging economic conditions, an intense market environment, and limited availability of parts affect delivery figures CEO Gernot Döllner: “2024 part of a transitional phase as we move towards our new product...
Audi Tradition to commemorate numerous anniversaries in 2025
#audi #audidates #audianniversary With the “Anniversary Dates 2025” booklet, Audi Tradition is showcasing the most important moments in the product and company history of Audi, which is as eventful as it is diverse. Audi historians have selected a total of 27 dates to commemorate in 2025. Booklet features a selection of more than two dozen anniversaries The launch of the Audi A2 25 years ago; the first new Audi in post-war times 60 years ago; and Hans Stuck’s record-breaking exploits in the “world’s fastest road-going car” near Lucca 90 years ago Twenty-five years ago, the Audi A2 hit the market. With its aluminum body, it made a name for itself as a progressive compact car: light, aerodynamic, and economical. The Audi A2 polarized...
Driving dynamics newly defined: the Audi A6 e-tron and Audi S6 e-tron
#audi #audia6 #audis6 #audietron #a6etron #s6etron #etron #a6 #s6 When it comes to driving dynamics and ride quality, the Audi A6 e-tron is setting new standards in its class. Specifically developed for the Premium Platform Electric (PPE), the front axle plays a major role in the A6 e-tron driving dynamics and makes the vehicle extremely agile. The optional adaptive air suspension with electronically controlled damping enables the vehicle to offer outstanding ride comfort and sporty handling at the same time. The Audi drive select efficiency mode is a special feature. In this mode, the suspension lowers the body by up to 20 millimeters (0.79 in) depending on the vehicle’s speed, thereby further improving aerodynamics. This can also be...
Dynamic and versatile: the second-generation Audi Q5 Sportback
#audi #audiq5 #q5 #audiq5sportback #audisportback #q5sportback #sportback Audi is expanding its model range with a sporty coupé, the Q5 Sportback. With its progressive and dynamic silhouette, this derivative appeals to design-savvy customers who also desire the benefits of an SUV. Athletic: the new Audi Q5 Sportback silhouette is more dynamic than its predecessor Clear and focused: interior design is the foundation for user-centric technical solutions and a premium feel-good atmosphere Enhanced: exterior advanced with advanced dynamic design elements comes as standard The Audi Q5 Sportback combines characteristics typical of an SUV, such as versatility and a spacious interior, with an even more dynamic silhouette. The unmistakable...
The Audi TT: an icon of brand history
#audi #tt #auditt #tts #ttrs #audittcoupe #audittroadster A quarter of a century of TT history: When Audi presented the concept car at the IAA in 1995, public opinion became clear right away: “This car should be mass-produced – exactly as it is!” With the series debut in 1998, the Audi TT wrote design history and was built across three generations as a Coupé and Roadster. Successful for decades: 662,762 units across three generations built over 25 years Design inspired by Bauhaus: every shape has a clear function Vorsprung durch Technik: New technologies launched with the TT, including Audi magnetic ride, Audi virtual cockpit, and OLED technology With a vision of “a car for enthusiasts,” Audi presented the Audi TT Coupé as a sports...
The Audi R8: a captivating legend
#audi #audir8 #r8 #r8v10gt #audir8v10 A super sports car legend takes its leave: In its 17 years, the Audi R8 has captured hearts and celebrated just as many successes. After 45,949 units produced, the final R8 rolled off the line at Böllinger Höfe in March 2024. A look back at an unparalleled success story. The R8 was Audi’s first super sports car and the result of a cooperation with subsidiary Lamborghini A total of 45,949 units have left the Neckarsulm and Böllinger Höfe plants since 2007 The final particular model is a pinnacle: the R8 V10 GT RWD with rear-wheel drive Breathtaking design, a tantalizing engine sound, and driving dynamics like no other road-legal Audi ever offered: When it was unveiled in 2006, the R8 was a...

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