News By Topic: Audi

Audi AG Strengthens Its Position In South East Asia

Oct 29, 2008

Yesterday's opening of the first Audi dealership in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) marked the Ingolstadt-based company's official entry into the Vietnamese market. By launching its sales programme in Vietnam, AUDI AG is reinforcing its position in the region, where the brand is currently scoring its highest growth rates. ... Continue reading

Production At Audi Characterized By Uncompromising Perfection

Oct 29, 2008

Automobiles from Audi are front-runners in their market segments - thanks to Vorsprung durch Technik, the technological lead that also extends to the field of manufacturing. The Production operation at Audi is innovative, and is characterized by uncompromising precision and strict quality-consciousness. ... Continue reading

Audi Toolmaking Division Honored Again

Oct 28, 2008

In its third appearance in the 'Excellence in Production' competition, the Toolmaking Division of AUDI AG has once again received a renowned award. Voted as 'Toolmaker of the Year' in 2004 and 2006, Audi Toolmaking beat 30 other contestants to win first place in the 'Internal Toolmaking over 100 Employees' category aga ... Continue reading

DTM Finale a Thrill for 1,300 Audi Mechanics

Oct 27, 2008

On Sunday 1,300 mechanics from Audi partner businesses got an up-close view of the last - and thrilling -German Touring Car Masters (DTM) race of the season. AUDI AG invited service employees from southwest Germany to experience an exclusive day of racing and pit tours at the Hockenheimring racetrack. ... Continue reading

Audi Selects Alcoa Wheel's Dura-Bright Technology For New A6

Oct 21, 2008

Audi AG has selected Alcoa to supply forged aluminium wheels with Dura-Bright technology surface treatment for the new 2009 Audi A6 recently debuting at the Paris International Motor Show. ... Continue reading

Mileage Marathon Confirms Efficiency of Audi models

Oct 21, 2008

The Audi Mileage Marathon, now completed, has provided convincing evidence of the efficiency of TDI engine technology. The fuel consumption of all 23 models in this 7,865-kilometer (4,887-mile) test was excellent. ... Continue reading

Audi's Scott Keogh Dishes on the 2009 A4 Sedan

Oct 20, 2008

by Marty Bernstein, AIADA Contributing Editor While in Spain earlier this year to test drive the new Audi A4, Johann Van Nysschen, the CEO of Audi USA, told a group of auto journalists “The A4 is our most important car and represents almost 50 percent of our volume in North America.” He added, “An aggres ... Continue reading

Bosch Powers Audi Clean Diesel Across the U.S. and Around the World

Oct 16, 2008

Audi Mileage Marathon Provides Real-World Demonstration Q7 3.0 TDI FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 16 -- A 4,800 mile real-world test track is showcasing the capabilities, fuel efficiency and low-emissions system of the 2009 Audi clean diesel Q7 3.0 TDI. As more than 184 drivers travel across the country in the new vehic ... Continue reading

Climate Ambassador Al Gore in Audi A6 TDI e

Oct 16, 2008

Al Gore, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Climate Ambassador and former Vice President of the United States, traveled to the Netherlands on October 14 to speak to approximately 2,000 guests about his most pressing issue: the reduction of emissions to protect the climate. His choice of transportation: the AUDI A6 2.0 TDI e, ... Continue reading

Audi Mileage Marathon - Confirmation of Excellent Efficiency

Oct 14, 2008

As the Audi Mileage Marathon progresses, TDI technology continues to demonstrate its exceptionally efficient use of fuel. With more than half of the 8,000-kilometer (4,971-mile) route now completed, 90 drivers from twelve countries have already driven the 23-vehicle fleet. ... Continue reading

New Audi A4 Earns Highest Federal Crash Test Rating

Oct 10, 2008

- The redesigned 2009 A4 gains the coveted U.S. government 5-Star safety label for frontal, side and rollover crashes - Results affirm the strong commitment to safety at Audi - Top crash safety marks add to A4's segment-leading benefits, including fuel-economy, performance and interior roominess HERNDON, Va., Oct. 10 - ... Continue reading

The Cleanest Diesel Is Also Ultra-Efficient

Oct 10, 2008

The new Audi Q7 3.0 TDI with ultra low emission system is the cleanest diesel in the world, and an extremely economical form of propulsion. This was demonstrated on the very first leg of the Audi Mileage Marathon which commenced on 06 October, from New York to Washington. ... Continue reading

Audi the Clear Victor at 7th Internet Auto Awards

Oct 10, 2008

Five first-place finishes and a special award for Audi at the 7th Internet Auto Awards: a truly impressive achievement for the brand with the four rings. In the automotive industry's largest online poll, the Audi A3, A4, A6, A8 and R8 models all finished at the top of their respective classes, which earned them 'Caroli ... Continue reading

Audi Is Presenting Sponsor Of World Ski Championship In Val d'Isère

Oct 9, 2008

When the stars compete at the Alpine World Ski Championship from 2 to 15 February 2009 the entire international ski community will focus its attention on Val d'Isére, France, for two weeks. As before in St. Moritz and Bormio, AUDI AG is again the Presenting Sponsor of the season's most important competitions in alpine ... Continue reading

CEO says Audi will bring small cars to China

Oct 8, 2008

CEO says Audi will bring small cars to China http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1007963/CEO-says-Audi-will-bring-small- cars- to-China.html Shanghai, October 8 (Gasgoo.com) A top executive of Audi AG, Volkswagen AG's luxury-car brand, disclosed at the ongoing 2008 Paris Motor Show that the German automaker has plans to in ... Continue reading