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Audi dropped a very pleasant surprise on us this afternoon with the long-awaited announcement of the R8 GT.

The Audi R8 V10 was already one of our favorite sports cars in the world (sans the R-Tronic transmission) so how could you make it better? In the immortal words of Colin Chapman, “add lightness.” But in a modern sports car required to meet rigorous safety standards, you can only go so far short of a complete redesign. Hence, the R8 GT’s lightened chassis benefits from a power boost to boot.

The R8 GT swaps in a thinner glass windshield and polycarbonate rear windows and replaces many aluminum body panels with carbon fiber. By going over every part of the R8, Audi’s engineers have carved a total of 220 pounds off the standard R8′s curb weight.

The 5.2-liter V10 has been bumped from 525 horsepower to 560, topping its cousin, the Lamborghini Gallardo. The GT is only available with the aforementioned R-Tronic hydraulically actuated semi-automatic, and when pushed to its limit, the R8 GT is claimed to accelerate to 62 miles per hour in just 3.6 seconds and on to 124 mph in 10.6 seconds. The terminal velocity has been increased to 198.8 mph.

Only 333 examples of the R8 GT will be built and the price in Germany is €193,000 ($256,000 USD). No mention is made of U.S. availability, but we’d be surprised if Audi doesn’t apportion a few for Stateside consumption. Full details in the press release after the break.

[Source: Audi]

Continue reading Revealed! Audi R8 GT goes on a diet and gets more power

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Audi’s half moon-shaped fashionista, the TT is getting a bit of a nip/tuck for 2011. Both the hardtop and roadster receive modestly refreshed exteriors and interiors, along with a new 2.0-liter TFSI four-cylinder model whose 211 horses gallop with an eye toward superior fuel economy (Audi claims fuel economy of nearly 36 miles-per-gallon on the combined European cycle). This is the same revamped four-banger that has been appearing in engine bays throughout the German automaker’s lineup, and while its horsepower increase is modest over the 2010 model (+11), the use of Audi’s Valvelift system helps the engine generate a big slug of torque – 258 pound-feet of the stuff – a healthy 51 lb-ft. more than its predecessor. Audi says that all-wheel drive equipped TT will hit 62 mph in 5.6 seconds, so performance hasn’t suffered, either. For the U.S. market, there’s still no sign of a manual gearbox, but we’ve professed our love for the company’s six-speed S Tronic dual-clutch in the past and expect it to once again be an astute partner here.

We didn’t expect Audi to go crazy with the TT’s mid-cycle refresh and true to form, they’ve exercised due restraint. The 2011 receives bigger air inlets up front, a shinier gloss black grille finish, and, of course, Audi’s fast-becoming-compulsory LED daytime running lamps (as seen on the higher-performance TTS model). Inspect the car’s rounded rump and you’ll find a new flat black rear diffuser, (very) modestly retouched taillamps, and new exhaust outlets. New paint colors include Scuba Blue, Oolong Gray, Volcano Red and Dakota Gray.

The interior has received the hand of refinement as well, with a trio of new cabin colors, leather that’s been specially treated to resist solar heat, and are a few new aluminum bits of trim.

Audi has yet to release U.S. pricing information, but we’ll be sure to update you when it comes through. In the meantime, check out our high-res gallery below and the official press release after the jump.

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Whats the max power a audi 200 quattro can put out while still being able to run on pump gas? And what all needs to be changed to put it out?

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Someone added lucus to the power steering fluid and it makes noises now. So I want to drain it all out and put Audi power steering fluid in.

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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.

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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.

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Repair procedure for broken power window track clip or motor.

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Audi continues to live up to its famous tagline “Vorsprung durch Technik,” which means “Advancement through Technology.” Audi is in fact, one of the very few car companies that utilizes aluminum space frame technology and offers vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions (CVT’s). Audi is also known to produce luxury vehicles at low prices but with the same quality as its top competitors. The vehicles that Audi produces are made with premium quality Audi parts to ensure optimum performance. Among these quality Audi parts are the Audi ignition coil and the Audi fuel pressure regulator.

The Audi ignition coil is an induction coil in the ignition system of a vehicle. Its role is to multiply battery voltage into ignition voltage. It takes about 12 to 16 volts stored in the battery and transforms it into 12,000-, 20,000-, or even 40,000-plus or whatever voltage is necessary to spark the spark plugs. Each Audi ignition coil has a switching device located in the coil primary circuit that goes along with the rotation of the crankshaft. The Audi ignition coil is a power transistor located in the ignition control module (ICM) or in the power train control module (PCM).

An ignition failure might produce symptoms of temperature or humidity-related starting or stalling trouble, cranking, a no-spark condition, or a severe engine backfire. An ignition failure is commonly caused by worn spark plugs and open-circuit spark plugs that force the Audi ignition coils to operate at the maximum rate to produce maximum output. When the ICM overheats and eventually fails or when the Audi ignition coil is burned, cracked, severely discolored, or corroded from acids or other chemical, replacement is immediately needed.

But before a car can actually be started with the help of the ignition coil, it must have fuel delivered to its engine first. The fuel system is tasked to do just that. The Audi fuel system is the digestive system of a vehicle. It consists of different parts like the fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel injector, and the fuel pressure regulator. Together, these parts perform a special function of delivering power to the engine. The last process of the fuel system involves the Audi fuel pressure regulator., which controls the pressure of the fuel in the line. The Audi fuel pressure regulator is fitted as a loose component in the fuel system and keeps the fuel pressure to the injectors at a predetermined value depending on the quality and temperature of the fuel. It contains a vacuum line linking it to the intake manifold to measure manifold vacuum. As engine RPM rises, manifold vacuum lowers causing the fuel pressure to increase. The failure of the Audi pressure regulator can cause the whole fuel system to malfunction. It therefore needs to be checked regularly along with the fuel system?s other parts.

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It was a new record. About 250,920 spectators attended the 75th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans and watched the Audi R10 TDI win back to back victories. For Audi, it was the seventh win in nine starts at the French long-distance classic. Indeed, when it comes to racing, Audi models have had a quite successful history. In the United States, the 2003 SSCA Speed World GT Challenge saw an Audi RS6 compete with Corvettes, Vipers and BMWs. All of them proved inferior to the RS6, as the Audi.

Taking engineering to the next level, Audi produces the same high octane design in every automobile it releases out in the consumer market. These cars are equipped with highly efficient parts and accessories that supplement the overall performance of Audi.

On the subject of acceleration, the Audi Belts provide the essential capability to control the timing of the engine’s valves. A timing pulley transmits force to the belt via evenly spaced grooves, which meet with the teeth in the belt. These same grooves and teeth prevent belt slippage. Synchronous belt drives are highly efficient and contribute to power transmission. The Audi belt basically connects the crankshaft to the camshaft which, in turn, controls the opening and closing of the engine’s valves. Of course, efficient timing belts results clockwork precision in engine operation. On the other hand, another Audi part offers superior stopping power. The Audi brake booster, typically mounted on the firewall, amplifies the available foot pressure applied to the brakes. Its power is derived from the vacuum coming from the engine. Audi specifically developed the boosters to effectively support the braking technology in every Audi vehicle.

Audi sets new goals for the incoming years. The European car maker is working on pursuing leading-edge technology and innovative, unconventional design. With parts like the Audi belt and Audi brake booster, Audi?s current success proves to be just the tip of a gigantic iceberg.

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