News By Topic: Audi

Pricing Set for All-New 2019 Audi A7

Aug 11, 2018

The all-new 2019 Audi A7 builds on the heritage and success of the first generation, featuring a more precise, modern exterior and interior, as well as the next generation of lighting innovations and available driver assistance systems from Audi. Continuing the Audi tradition of offering exceptional design with precisi ... Continue reading

Latest Auto News Digest, Week Ending August 4, 2018 Edited By Larry Nutson

Aug 5, 2018

Last Weeks Automotive News Headline Stories: July Auto Sales Down; No Old Diesel For Big Rigs; GM Tariff Complaints; FCA Complains Of Mahindra Jeep Look Alike; Another Audi EV; Electric Harley; NACTOY Cars Of The Year; Concurs of America Winners; Automotive Heritage Awards; Collector Car Crime; VW Recall; RAM Recall ... Continue reading

There Are Life Or Death Decisions To Make When Considering Which Car or Truck To Buy +VIDEO

Aug 3, 2018

Its fun to worry about a new sound system or spiffy interior color...but spend some time researching which cars are more likely to keep you alive in a crash... ... Continue reading

Dieselgate: Final Month to File Volkswagen and Audi 2.0-liter diesel Class Action Settlement Claims To Receive Benefits

Aug 1, 2018

SAN FRANCISCO, August 1, 2018; Owners and lessees of Volkswagen and Audi 2.0-liter diesel vehicles who have yet to complete a claim in the 2.0-liter class action settlement have until September 1, 2018 to claim benefits for a vehicle buyback or an approved emissions modification, along with thousands of dollars in cash ... Continue reading

U.S. Reservations for 2019 Audi e-tron - First All-Electric Audi SUV - to Open Sept. 17, 2018

Jul 27, 2018

The fully electric e-tron is a five-passenger SUV aimed at the heart of the premium market. With progressive design, advanced electric and digital technology, the driving dynamics and build quality that customers expect of a premium vehicle, the e-tron lets consumers go electric without compromise. ... Continue reading

Another Trump Win? President Eases Car Tariff Threat as U.S., EU Launch Talks to Quell Trade Tensions

Jul 26, 2018

In what the EU chief called a "major concession," U.S. President Donald Trump agreed on Wednesday to refrain from imposing car tariffs while the two sides launch negotiations to cut other trade barriers, easing the threat of a transatlantic trade war, reports Automotive News. After a meeting at the White House, Trump a ... Continue reading

2018 APEAL Study From J.D. Powers - Complete List Of Winners

Jul 25, 2018

Given the significant cost of owning a new vehicle, delighting customers is challenging for auto manufacturers. That challenge is being met, as evidenced by a 10-point increase in overall satisfaction from 2017, according to the J.D. Power 2018 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study,SM released ... Continue reading

Volkswagen (Audi) Hires BMW Engine Development Expert Markus Duesmannew

Jul 24, 2018

“Mr. Duesmann, currently Board of Management Member for Purchasing and Supplier Network at BMW AG, will take up his new position as soon as he is able to do so,” Volkswagen said in a statement. German newspaper Handelsblatt reported that Volkswagen wanted Duesmann to fill the post of Audi chief executive following ... Continue reading

Audi Begins Electric Motor Production

Jul 24, 2018

The current production capacity is for approximately 400 electric axle motors each day and can be gradually increased. At present, about 100 people are employed in this new area, to be increased to more than 130 by the end of the year. Production is with one‑shift operation, but will soon change to three shifts. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL ROUNDUP July 23, 2018

Jul 23, 2018

This Weeks Recalls: Thomas Built; Freightliner, International, Forest River, Thor, Bugatti, Honda, Triple E RV, E-one, Spartan, Mazda, Audi, Lexus, Lamborghini, Ford ... Continue reading

2019 Audi A8 Preview

Jul 20, 2018

In its fourth generation, the A8 redefines the Audi design language with its integrated technologies and sets new standards for the segment and brand. DesignThe 2019 A8 is the first production execution of the all-new premium Audi design language deriving from Design Chief, Mark Lichte’s Prologue concept, which is fo ... Continue reading

2018 New Car Reviews, 2018 New Truck Reviews

Jul 12, 2018

2018 New Car Reviews, 2018 New Truck Reviews, Professional reviews only ... Continue reading

Trump On EU Auto Tariffs, I Just Want Fairness For Americans

Jul 12, 2018

Trump: U.S. Will Restrict EU Cars Without 'Good Faith' Trade Talks President Donald Trump warned the European Union on Thursday that the United States would act to restrict entry for European light vehicles if the bloc failed to treat America fairly on trade. "And if they don't negotiate in good faith we'll do somethin ... Continue reading

Pininfarina Showcases Its Jewels in Turin

Jul 11, 2018

By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel The Hague, June 15, 2018. For the aficionados of Italian design, the yearly Salone di Torino always has interesting themes in store. ... Continue reading

Audi Dealers Ranked Highest by 2018 Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index® (PSI®)

Jul 9, 2018

For the first time, Volkswagen Group’s Audi brand dealerships ranked highest in the newly released 2018 Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index® (PSI®) U.S. Auto Industry Benchmarking Study. The study measured treatment of car-shoppers who visited 3,466 dealerships throughout the country. ... Continue reading