Audi A6 2.4 Kat – 230 km/h – Garwolin / Poland on almost empty road some photos of this car: www.flickr.com

read comments (16)

Audi represents prominence, and it is only fitting that the Audi A8 embodies Audi’s commitment to excellence. Powered with the potent and efficient FSI and TDI engines, the A8—perhaps the ‘sportiest’ of all luxury sedans—cuts its place among the best. Thanks to an all-time, all-wheel drive in the form of quattro®, an aluminum bodyshell and technical innovations such as the Multi Media Interface (MMI), and other high-performing Audi A8 parts, the Audi luxury sedan has set a milestone in automotive history. A8 caters to the desires of both the driver and passenger with equal perceptiveness. Behind the wheel, effortless power is attained due to compact, light-yet-strong engines anchored by the ever-reliable impeccable control of the legendary quattro® all-wheel drive technology. Dragged by a 6.0 liter, 450-horsepower 12-cylinder engine, the A8 is undeniably powerful. Powered by lean engine muscle, the lightweight magnesium and aluminum makeup of most Audi A8 parts reduce weight and increase efficiency.

Even Audi A8 parts found inside the cabin demonstrate luxury at its finest, down to the last minute detail. Adjustable suspension modes deliver superior ride quality and the immediate response that a luxury sedan demands. Responsive without sacrificing ease. Inside, the presence of premium comfort seats with high-grade Valcona leather and 16-way adjustability ensures a comfort level that rivals even the soothing confines of home. Another unique Audi A8 part that puts the vehicle a cut above the rest is the integrated MMI. MMI offers a complete revolution in interior dynamics, giving the driver a simple, direct method of control. More than that, Audiâ??s MMI is a highly intuitive and user-friendly system that allows easy control of a range of features including ride dynamics, entertainment system, environment, and the Audi Navigation System.

Other Audi A8 parts that contribute to the car’s total luxury and sporty feel are, namely: the Bang and Olufsen Advanced Sound System; rain sensors; an Audi Advanced Parking System, which features a highly-efficient reverse camera; standard air bags and head restraints. A special feature of A8 is the Audi Space Frame, which exceeds all current industry standards in improving both ride and handling—a distinct example of Audiâ??s innovative safety technology. Truly, the Audi A8 is a ride to die for.

read comments (0)

As a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group since 1964, Audi has been widely recognized for its production of elite and luxury cars. The German-based automobile manufacturer has proven the company’s worth over and over again by producing cars that have, time and again, turned into commercially successful vehicles. Since Audi vehicles incorporate car parts made only from quality materials, Audi cars last longer, perform greater and look better than a great many cars in the market. One reason for this is how the company believes that each and every part able to enhance the performance of their car models should all be given equal attention. In this case, two such engine parts that must not be forgotten are the Audi Brake Hose and Audi Clutch.

The Audi Brake Hose is the part that connects the master cylinder to the car’s wheels together with the brake lines. The brake hose is made of specially constructed flexible tubes that come with metal ends. It is principally responsible for the transmission of fluid. Transmission occurs under conditions of great pressure. The whole of the hydraulic system is filled with a unique brake fluid which is pushed through the a number of Audi Brake Hoses by the movement of the pistons. Aside from this function, an Audi Brake Hose ensures that the high-pressure hydraulic fluid passes through the brake calipers. This is a sensitive process as the brake fluid must never leak out from the Audi Brake Hose. Another thing that the Audi Brake Hoses prevents from happening is the vaporization of the fluid which is why these hoses must be airtight at all times.

On another part of the engine, one will find the Audi Clutch. More often than not, manual transmission is preferred over automatic by drivers, especially racers, since it affords them better control of the car. This is pretty much the same scenario with Audi drivers. To ensure that drivers do get to enjoy absolute control over their rides, one of the most essential parts that a manual transmission system employs is the Audi clutch. This part engages and disengages the engine to the gearbox and directs torque to the vehicle’s transmission faster than the blink of the eyeâ??improving and maintaining system efficiency and performance. Either way one may look at it, both Audi parts afford With the functions these two Audi parts provide, drivers must take note to always keep them in proper condition.

read comments (1)

This was a big job. The video was shot over a two day period. The whole job took us about 4 hours total to complete. The shop I called said it would cost $440. The bearing was less then $100 with shipping. I never tried to weld a bearing race in order to remove it. It works perfectly.

read comments (22)

Audi has come a long way as a leading manufacturer of exquisite cars—attractive, sophisticated and technically proficient. The European car maker strives to run toe-to-toe with its rivals through the company’s innovations and standards, which is consistent with the brand’s claim of “progress through technology.â? Just like any other vehicles, Audi’s roster of cars such as A3, A4, and TT, rely heavily on well-integrated performance parts. It is for this reason why owners who are looking for Audi Aftermarket Parts should take into consideration the quality and specific benefit/role of each part.

An important Audi Aftermarket Parts is the Audi Air Filter. A typical Audi Air Filter is a disposable, pleated-paper element with a sealing gasket made of synthetic material. Audi air filters are available in two main types: the panel style as used in most fuel-injected cars and the radial style, found in carbureted vehicles. An Audi Air Filter that is in tiptop shape traps dirt particles, which can cause damage to engine cylinders, walls, pistons and piston rings. Audi air filters also keep contaminants off the airflow sensor, which is attached in some fuel-injected cars. The filter sometimes cleans the air that enters the crankcase ventilation. Hence, the Audi Air Filter also serves as a silencer for the carâ??s intake system. A typical automobile engine uses more than 10,000 gallons of air for every gallon of fuel burned. Because of this, air filter’s role is very important.

Although there may be a prescribed in-between inspection period for the air filter, a checkup coinciding with oil change could be a good precautionary measure. Yet, dirty and dusty driving conditions require more frequent filter replacements, so keep this in mind. Driving with a dirty filter restricts the air entering the engine, eventually affecting fuel economy and performance. Most Audi air filters can be easily replaced by removing snap clips, a clamp or several screws. Just like any other Audi Aftermarket Parts, the replacement Audi Air Filter cut out exactly for an owner’s vehicle. An erroneously-fitted filter may allow unrestricted air into the engine, causing engine damage. For Audi to maintain its ‘sophisticated’ image, owners should only look for compatible Audi Aftermarket Parts.

read comments (0)

We show some of the features of the Dension unit. Also works on an A8 and Q7 Link to the product page for more info: enfigcarstereo.com

read comments (6)

Every Audi vehicle comes with the Audi legacy of superior technology. With quality Audi vehicles come quality Audi parts designed for optimum performance. These premium parts include the Audi fuel pump and Audi headlights. Like any other car, fuel is the food of an Audi vehicle. But before fuel can even be used by a vehicle, it must first be pumped from the fuel tank. The fuel pump performs this task by delivering the fuel to the engine. This must be done under low pressure conditions to the carburetor and under high pressure conditions to the fuel injection system.

These days, a fuel pump is often electric-driven and allows the pump to generate positive pressure in the fuel lines. This pushes the gasoline to the engine. However, when an Audi fuel pump is worked beyond its limits, it becomes highly prone to heat. Since an overworked Audi fuel pump is more likely to overheat, a shorter life span is inevitably the result. Among the common problems that result to an overworked fuel pump have to do with a restricted fuel filter, troubles with the pressure regulator of the fuel system and restrictions in the return line back to the gas tank. Heat and dirt are two things that can cause problems for an Audi fuel pump. Any form of contamination in the gas tank can result to severe malfunctions in the fuel pump. It is therefore advised that whenever the Audi fuel pump is replaced, a thorough inspection of the entire fuel system should also be done to ensure improved performance for the entire system. If present, dirt should be removed right away to lengthen the life of the Audi fuel pump.

Equally important in keeping the Audi fuel pump in top form is making sure that Audi headlights are working properly. According to a study completed by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, approximately 2, 300 pedestrians in the United States die annually because of the poor driving visibility that plagues drivers at night. Moreover, the National Safety Council says that traffic deaths are three times more likely to occur at night than during the day. In such instances, the installation of Audi headlights able to provide illumination during conditions of this sort, is quite a matter of great concern. It is specially important when driving at night or when weather conditions are too foggy, if the rains are heavy or in case it snows. Taking care of one’s headlights is therefore, important as well, to ensure road safety at all times. For choices, view different headlight styles: the quad, the pop-out and the hidden headlight. Among all these styles, the most popular one in the U.S. is the round sealed-beam style. It was required by the US Government since 1940 and has proven to be effective in providing clear road illumination.

read comments (0)

The company that manufactures the cars sold by Audi Oakland and other Audi dealerships can be traced to August Horch, whose company produced the first Horch car in 1901 in Zwickau, Germany.

Horch was forced out of the company in 1909 by his partners but he established a new company in Zwickau and continued to sell cars with the Horch brand. However, he was sued by his former partners for trademark infringement and was forced to refrain from using his own name for his new automobile manufacturing business, which was the forerunner of the present Audi company that produces the cars sold by auto dealerships like Audi Oakland.

Horch and his family decided to call the company Audi, which is the Latin word for the German word “horch.” The company merged with DKW, Horch and Wanderer in 1932 which resulted into the establishment of Auto Union. It was during this period that the four interlinked rings were first used by the company, but only for the Auto Union racing cars. Each ring represents the four companies which merged.

Auto Union was fully acquired by Daimler-Benz in 1959 and Volkswagen purchased the factory in Ingolstadt, Germany and the brands of the Auto Union in 1964. Auto Union merged with NSU in 1969 to produce Audi NSU Auto Union AG. However, the company was simplified into Audi AG when the NSU and Auto Union brands lost some of their market appeal in 1985.

Audi sales declined in the early 1990s for the Audi 80 series when some basic construction problems were discovered. A “60 Minutes” report in the U.S. revealed that the Audi automobile accelerated even when the brake pedal was pushed. It was later discovered that the accelerator and brake pedals were located too closely which resulted in the driver confusing one with the other.

Sales in the U.S. started to climb back up in the middle of the 1990s with the emergence of the Audi A4 in 1996. Audi’s sales continued to improve with the release of the A4, A6 and A8 series, which were co-developed with Volkswagen and other sister brands. Record sales figures were reached in 21 out of the 50 major sales markets in 2004. The biggest sales increases were obtained from Eastern Europe, Africa and the Middle East.

The latest development in the Audi automobile is the computerized control system called Multi Media Interface (MMI), which is considered more user friendly. The MMI control system for Audi automobiles sold by Audi Oakland and other Audi dealerships has been well-received because it needs less menu surfing due to the alignment of its buttons which are concentrated around a central knob, with shortcuts to phone or radio functions. The screen is available in monochrome and color versions and is mounted on the upright dashboard.

read comments (0)

Subaru vs. Audi A6 Snow drifting

read comments (21)

Last year, Audi North America dominated the American Le Mans Series especially in the P1 class. The team was able to do it with a race vehicle powered by diesel. The team was so dominating that they have won every race in their class last season. Apart from that, the Audi R10, the diesel powered racecar that dominated the ALMS, also won the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans.

The dominance of Audi on the track is about to be challenged by Peugeot. The latter announced that they will be testing a diesel powered Peugeot 908 HDI in Sebring. At the said tests, fans will have a glimpse at what Peugeot has in store for Audi next season.

Last year, during the tests for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Peugeot’s diesel powered racecar was quicker than the Audi R10. But during the grueling endurance race, it was Audi that proved to be the best. It has gone on also to become the unquestionable pace setter in the American Le Mans Series.

Paddock Talk’s Zach Wenzel reported that Audi may use their dominance last year in the 24 Hours of Le Mans as the standard for this year’s campaign. During that race, although the Peugeot proved to be faster during testing, the Audi R10 beat the other diesel powered car by ten laps. That humiliating defeat may have lit a fire under the French automaker-backed team.

Wenzel pointed out that the development of the 908 and its testing at Sebring is being done to see just how it compares to the R10. “Even if Peugeot are unable to compete with Audi at Sebring, the main focus of the 908 squad, managed by Serge Saulnier, is to gain a reference point on the R10’s pace this coming season so they can take a stronger fight to Wolfgang Ullrich and Audi North America,” reported Wenzel.

Both vehicles being powered by diesel fuel is making a great case in promoting diesel engines. In the United States where diesel engines have been avoided, the fact that Audi is dominating the American Le Mans Series with a diesel powered vehicle not equipped with Audi spark plugs is making people think that diesel engines are better alternatives than gasoline engines.

It is still not clear though whether Audi or Peugeot for that matter will be competing in the next season of the ALMS. Wenzel reported that the two automakers may even create a championship series of their own.

“Even if Peugeot are unable to compete with Audi at Sebring, the main focus of the 908 squad, managed by Serge Saulnier, is to gain a reference point on the R10’s pace this coming season so they can take a stronger fight to Wolfgang Ullrich and Audi North America,” reported Wenzel.

read comments (0)