Congratulations to Ryan Stern for
reaching an all-time best as the #5 salesperson in the U.S. so far in
2010. For his outstanding efforts, Ryan and the Top 50 have won a trip
to Munich, Germany to partake in a 5 day/4 night training event hosted
by Audi AG. Stay tuned next month to hear about Ryan's Audi experience
on the German Autobahn.
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Audi A3 TDI Named 2010 Green Car of the Year
Dec 3, 2009 | AUDIUSA TDI (source link)
Green and performance luxury needn't be mutually exclusive concepts. That's a core belief at Audi. Today, that philosophy paid off with the all-new A3 TDI earning the prestigious title of 2010 Green Car of the Year®.
The announcement came this morning during the Los Angeles Auto Show as Ron Cogan, editor and publisher of Green Car Journal and editor of GreenCar.com presented the award to Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen. The Audi A3 TDI was among five model finalists nominated for the award, which began in 2005.
The 2010 Audi A3 TDI arrived at U.S. dealerships last month and initial sales have been promising. The A3 TDI is the latest example of the fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions benefits provided by the critically acclaimed TDI clean diesel product line, following the wildly popular Q7 TDI, which launched in June 2009. TDI clean diesel technology was first developed by Audi 20 years ago and has come to signify the brand's commitment to trailblazing automotive performance executed in an environmentally responsible way.
The groundbreaking TDI 2.0 engine available in the A3 delivers 140 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque, yet achieves an EPA-estimated 42 mpg highway fuel economy that is the best of any luxury car sold in America. That means the Audi A3 TDI achieve 50% better fuel economy than a comparable gasoline engine.
"We consider the Green Car of the Year® title one of the most important industry accolades," said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. "It is of paramount importance for us to develop vehicles that achieve the very touchstones this award stands for - fuel efficiency and environmental impact. Rather than novelty features, we consider these attributes imperative to the future of automobile design. We are honored with this recognition for the Audi A3 TDI."
In addition to setting the new industry standard in fuel efficiency, the 2010 A3 TDI remains a stylistic pacesetter as well. All new A3 models now come standard with S line exterior equipment. In addition the wheels have been upgraded and standard Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights are available on Premium Plus models.
"The Audi A3 TDI really defines what a 'green' car should be," said Cogan. "At 42 mpg, it sets the bar for highway fuel efficiency in the luxury car segment. Its 50-state certified clean diesel engine is quiet, responsive, and achieves its mission without the need for exotic technologies. Plus, it's sporty and just plain fun to drive."
Indeed, the TDI technology in the A3 has a strong performance heritage. Audi was the first automaker to find success with diesel engines in motorsports, winning several times at the grueling 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 12 Hours of Sebring, among other competitions. That same fundamental technology is found in the A3 TDI, meaning motorists do not have to sacrifice performance for efficiency.
Dec 3, 2009 | AUDIUSA TDI (source link)
Green and performance luxury needn't be mutually exclusive concepts. That's a core belief at Audi. Today, that philosophy paid off with the all-new A3 TDI earning the prestigious title of 2010 Green Car of the Year®.The announcement came this morning during the Los Angeles Auto Show as Ron Cogan, editor and publisher of Green Car Journal and editor of GreenCar.com presented the award to Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen. The Audi A3 TDI was among five model finalists nominated for the award, which began in 2005.
The 2010 Audi A3 TDI arrived at U.S. dealerships last month and initial sales have been promising. The A3 TDI is the latest example of the fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions benefits provided by the critically acclaimed TDI clean diesel product line, following the wildly popular Q7 TDI, which launched in June 2009. TDI clean diesel technology was first developed by Audi 20 years ago and has come to signify the brand's commitment to trailblazing automotive performance executed in an environmentally responsible way.
The groundbreaking TDI 2.0 engine available in the A3 delivers 140 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque, yet achieves an EPA-estimated 42 mpg highway fuel economy that is the best of any luxury car sold in America. That means the Audi A3 TDI achieve 50% better fuel economy than a comparable gasoline engine.
"We consider the Green Car of the Year® title one of the most important industry accolades," said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. "It is of paramount importance for us to develop vehicles that achieve the very touchstones this award stands for - fuel efficiency and environmental impact. Rather than novelty features, we consider these attributes imperative to the future of automobile design. We are honored with this recognition for the Audi A3 TDI."
In addition to setting the new industry standard in fuel efficiency, the 2010 A3 TDI remains a stylistic pacesetter as well. All new A3 models now come standard with S line exterior equipment. In addition the wheels have been upgraded and standard Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights are available on Premium Plus models.
"The Audi A3 TDI really defines what a 'green' car should be," said Cogan. "At 42 mpg, it sets the bar for highway fuel efficiency in the luxury car segment. Its 50-state certified clean diesel engine is quiet, responsive, and achieves its mission without the need for exotic technologies. Plus, it's sporty and just plain fun to drive."
Indeed, the TDI technology in the A3 has a strong performance heritage. Audi was the first automaker to find success with diesel engines in motorsports, winning several times at the grueling 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 12 Hours of Sebring, among other competitions. That same fundamental technology is found in the A3 TDI, meaning motorists do not have to sacrifice performance for efficiency.
AUDI LED LIGHTS - 2012 SUPERBOWL COMMERCIAL
Audi revolutionized vehicle lighting with the first full-LED headlamps appearing on the Audi R8 in 2008. Today, the use of LED technology helps create a look that's iconic and unmistakably Audi?even in the dark of night. LED headlights are not only 50% more efficient than conventional headlights, but are also the closest approximation to natural daylight of any car on the road. Providing you with safety as you take to the dusky roads. The night won't ever be the same again. Watch the Superbowl commercial and then Read More about Audi LED Technology
Car and Driver Best List includes both the A6 and A7
The annual presentation of the 10 best cars
available in America as listed by Car and Driver magazine is one of the
most anticipated and prestigious rankings in the automotive industry. It
is why we are pleased to announce that both the Audi A6 and Audi A7 3.0T
quattro® have been
selected to the 2012 Car and Driver 10Best Cars list. Outlined
for you in the article are the many reasons why their experts are most impressed
with what each of these extraordinary vehicles has to offer. They may be two of
our newest models, yet it is abundantly clear that each has already risen above
the competition.Audi A6/A7 3.0T Quattro
Passion and Persistence Wins
It's easy for love affairs to wilt as life's odometer ticks off the years. But our passion for the Audi A6?a two-time comparison-test winner in its previous guise?has now burgeoned into the sort of fiery affair that would have prompted Humbert to jam a ring onto each of Lolita's 10 delicate digits. For 2012, the A6 enjoys its seventh remake, with all of its most lovable traits?right-now power, gratifying steering, unyielding structure?present and accounted for. This is a car that waltzes in the hills because it's so forgiving, so informative, so easy to drive to its limits. At its heart still beats a supercharged 3.0-liter V-6, making 310 horsepower, now paired with a rapid-fire ZF eight-speed automatic. Audi scores a two-fer here because the A7 "four-door coupe"?$9350 dearer?is a mechanical clone that also shares the A6's cabin furnishings. What the A7 lacks?one fewer seat abaft?it spectacularly counters with slick slant-back styling, 0.93 g of grip, and a power hatchback that envelops 25 cubic feet of storage space. The A7 is so good that it has already trumped, in a comparo, the V-8?wielding Mercedes-Benz CLS550. Both of these Ingolstadt invaders engross their pilots in a peaceful, cushy, clubroom cockpit. And both offer so much passionate bang for the buck that it's fair to label them as practical purchases.
2010 Geneva Auto Show - Audi A1, the A8 Hybrid, A1 e-tron, RS5, and quattro(r)
Auto
Shows 2010 Geneva Auto Show
The 2010 Geneva Auto Show will be featuring the Audi A1, the A8 Hybrid, the show car A1 e-tron, the RS5 and 30 years of quattro®.
Audi A1
Audi is introducing a whole new dimension to the compact class this summer. It is dynamic and high quality, emotional and individual. It condenses all of the virtues of the brand down to less than four meters - a design full of character, uncompromising quality and pioneering efficiency technologies. The agile chassis and powerful engines make the A1 the sportiest car in the segment.
The young customers of the A1 live in major cities and therefore are looking for a vehicle that is designed for the urban environment. Thanks to its compact dimensions, it is very agile and nimble in city traffic and offers a high degree of everyday utility.
The interior of the A1 is also sporty and of high quality. Customers can customize numerous details to tailor the car to their personal tastes. Audi's latest model has a broad portfolio of advanced technologies on board; its infotainment system sets new standards in the segment. The A1 is the first premium automobile in the small compacts class - a true, fully-fledged Audi.
The Audi brand stands for automotive passion. With its agile chassis and powerful engines, the A1 is the sportiest car in its class, and this is readily apparent at first glance. The design is unique and modern. Styling cues placing the A1 in the Audi family include the side line with the distinctive roof arch, the coupe-like C-pillars, the large wheel wells and, of course, the front end with the typical single-frame grille. The hood and rear hatch encompass the body; the tail lights are three-dimensionally molded and present an unmistakable design, day or night.
A8
Hybrid
Power like a big V6, fuel economy like a modest four-cylinder unit - Audi presents the A8 hybrid as a technology concept at the Geneva Motor Show. Its two propulsion units - a 2.0 TFSI and an electric motor - develop a total output of 245 hp of system power and 354.03 lb-ft of torque. This enables the Audi A8 hybrid to accelerate in 7.6 seconds from zero to 62.14 MPH and to achieve a top speed of 146.02 MPH. Yet its average fuel consumption amounts to only 37.94 MPG per 62 miles - the CO2 equivalent is 231.75 grams per mile.
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A variant of the electric vehicle, the Detroit showcar Audi e-tron was unveiled at the first major autoshow of 2010. Also showcased was the new A8, Audi's flagship sedan.
The Detroit showcar Audi e-tron
Audi is showing an uncompromising purist compact sports car with all-electric drive at the first major auto show of 2010. The Detroit showcar Audi e-tron is the name of this 3.93 meter (154.72 in) long and 1.78 meter (70.08 in) wide but just 1.22 meter (48.03 in) tall two-seater; just a few months after the debut of the Audi e-tron at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, this is now the second electric concept vehicle from the brand with the four rings.
Coupled with the Detroit showcar Audi e-tron's low gross weight of around only 1,350 kilograms (2976.24 lb), high-torque power units driving the rear wheels guarantee commensurate road performance. Two electric motors with a combined output of 150 kW (204 hp) and 2,650 Nm (1954.54 lb-ft) accelerate the coupe with ASF-design aluminum bodyAluminum BodyThe Audi A8 is the first North American car with an aluminum body built according to the Audi Space Frame® principle. Aluminum Body from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in just 5.9 seconds. The Audi e-tron accomplishes the sprint from 60 to 120 km/h (37.28 - 74.56 mph) in a mere 5.1 seconds.
The Detroit showcar Audi e-tron is able to distribute its electric motors' high torqueTorqueTorque is what causes rotational speed to change. Just as greater net forces cause greater linear accelerations, greater torques cause greater rotational or angular accelerations.Torque between the wheels entirely as required. Its "torque vectoring" is the key to a thrilling level of active precision and excellent traction. Thanks also to its low weight, short wheelbase and perfect weight distribution for dynamic handling, the Audi e-tron has all the drivability of a go-kart - agile, good on bends and neutral right up to the very high handling limit.
Lithium-ion batteries, located for an optimal center of gravity behind the passenger compartment and ahead of the rear axle, make an effective energy content of 45 kilowatt-hours available. This makes an operating range of up to 250 kilometers (155.34 miles) realistically possible.
As previously with the first e-tron concept car shown in Frankfurt, Audi again bases all components in this electric vehicle on an integral concept with many revolutionary details: a heat pump as an efficient means of heating up and maintaining the interior temperature. The drive system, power electronics and battery have innovative thermal management - crucial for maintaining a high operating range coupled with outstanding interior comfort.
The New Flagship for Audi: The Audi A8
Audi has launched the next generation of the A8 - the sportiest sedan of the luxury class sets new standards. Its elegantly styled body with the Audi Space Frame (ASF) is aluminum, the engines are powerful and highly efficient, and the power transmission and running gear combine dynamics with convenience. The new flagship's generously designed interior captivates with its luxurious equipment, newly developed control system MMI and the excellent quality of its workmanship. Innovative assistance systems lend even more confidence to driving.
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The 2010 Geneva Auto Show will be featuring the Audi A1, the A8 Hybrid, the show car A1 e-tron, the RS5 and 30 years of quattro®.
Audi A1 Audi is introducing a whole new dimension to the compact class this summer. It is dynamic and high quality, emotional and individual. It condenses all of the virtues of the brand down to less than four meters - a design full of character, uncompromising quality and pioneering efficiency technologies. The agile chassis and powerful engines make the A1 the sportiest car in the segment.
The young customers of the A1 live in major cities and therefore are looking for a vehicle that is designed for the urban environment. Thanks to its compact dimensions, it is very agile and nimble in city traffic and offers a high degree of everyday utility.
The interior of the A1 is also sporty and of high quality. Customers can customize numerous details to tailor the car to their personal tastes. Audi's latest model has a broad portfolio of advanced technologies on board; its infotainment system sets new standards in the segment. The A1 is the first premium automobile in the small compacts class - a true, fully-fledged Audi.
The Audi brand stands for automotive passion. With its agile chassis and powerful engines, the A1 is the sportiest car in its class, and this is readily apparent at first glance. The design is unique and modern. Styling cues placing the A1 in the Audi family include the side line with the distinctive roof arch, the coupe-like C-pillars, the large wheel wells and, of course, the front end with the typical single-frame grille. The hood and rear hatch encompass the body; the tail lights are three-dimensionally molded and present an unmistakable design, day or night.
A8
HybridPower like a big V6, fuel economy like a modest four-cylinder unit - Audi presents the A8 hybrid as a technology concept at the Geneva Motor Show. Its two propulsion units - a 2.0 TFSI and an electric motor - develop a total output of 245 hp of system power and 354.03 lb-ft of torque. This enables the Audi A8 hybrid to accelerate in 7.6 seconds from zero to 62.14 MPH and to achieve a top speed of 146.02 MPH. Yet its average fuel consumption amounts to only 37.94 MPG per 62 miles - the CO2 equivalent is 231.75 grams per mile.
Audi
A1 etron
The new e-tron model series from Audi will gain another new member at
the
Geneva Motor Show: The Audi A1 e-tron is a Mega City Vehicle (MCV) with
an
innovative drive technology. It comes equipped with a powerful electric
motor
for zero-emission driving in the city. There is also an internal
combustion
engine on board that recharges the battery in exceptional circumstances.
The A1
e-tron is very agile thanks to the 102 hp peak power of its electric
motor.
The e-tron model family from Audi is just a few months old, but it already has a number of members, for each of which Audi has chosen a different drive technology. The first e-tron, which debuted at the 2009 IAA in Frankfurt/Main, is a near-series high-performance sports car with electric motors for all four wheels. The study shown at the Detroit Motor Show in 2010 is a lightweight, compact two-seater with two electric motors on the rear axle.
The A1 e-tron now presents another approach - a compact electric car
in the
premium class. The four-passenger, two-door MCV city car was designed
specifically for use in the metropolitan areas of Europe and North
America and
in the rapidly growing megacities of Asia and
The integration of the new technologies shows the holistic approach that Audi is pursuing with electric mobility. The objective is to use the energy with the lowest possible losses. The precise interaction of the components, their intelligent packaging, and the efficient management of the current flows are the product of the expertise that the company has developed in this area.
Behind the three e-tron models is a broadly diverse and modular technology platform that continues to grow very rapidly as Audi drives development forward.
Audi
RS5Unbridled power lurking in a classically elegant coupé: the Audi RS 5 will debut at the Geneva Auto Show. The high-revving 4.2-liter V8 with its 450 hp unleashes powerful performance while achieving remarkable fuel economy. The seven-speed S tronicand an innovative center differentialin the quattro drivetraintransmit power to all four wheels.
Developed by quattro GmbH, the RS models comprise the dynamic spearhead of Audi's model range. The RS 5 is the latest torchbearer in a tradition dating back over 15 years to the RS 2 Avant: superior handling in the mid-size class.
2011 NORTH AMERICAN AUTO SHOW
A variant of the electric vehicle, the Detroit showcar Audi e-tron was unveiled at the first major autoshow of 2010. Also showcased was the new A8, Audi's flagship sedan.
The Detroit showcar Audi e-tronAudi is showing an uncompromising purist compact sports car with all-electric drive at the first major auto show of 2010. The Detroit showcar Audi e-tron is the name of this 3.93 meter (154.72 in) long and 1.78 meter (70.08 in) wide but just 1.22 meter (48.03 in) tall two-seater; just a few months after the debut of the Audi e-tron at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, this is now the second electric concept vehicle from the brand with the four rings.
Coupled with the Detroit showcar Audi e-tron's low gross weight of around only 1,350 kilograms (2976.24 lb), high-torque power units driving the rear wheels guarantee commensurate road performance. Two electric motors with a combined output of 150 kW (204 hp) and 2,650 Nm (1954.54 lb-ft) accelerate the coupe with ASF-design aluminum bodyAluminum BodyThe Audi A8 is the first North American car with an aluminum body built according to the Audi Space Frame® principle. Aluminum Body from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in just 5.9 seconds. The Audi e-tron accomplishes the sprint from 60 to 120 km/h (37.28 - 74.56 mph) in a mere 5.1 seconds.
The Detroit showcar Audi e-tron is able to distribute its electric motors' high torqueTorqueTorque is what causes rotational speed to change. Just as greater net forces cause greater linear accelerations, greater torques cause greater rotational or angular accelerations.Torque between the wheels entirely as required. Its "torque vectoring" is the key to a thrilling level of active precision and excellent traction. Thanks also to its low weight, short wheelbase and perfect weight distribution for dynamic handling, the Audi e-tron has all the drivability of a go-kart - agile, good on bends and neutral right up to the very high handling limit.
Lithium-ion batteries, located for an optimal center of gravity behind the passenger compartment and ahead of the rear axle, make an effective energy content of 45 kilowatt-hours available. This makes an operating range of up to 250 kilometers (155.34 miles) realistically possible.
As previously with the first e-tron concept car shown in Frankfurt, Audi again bases all components in this electric vehicle on an integral concept with many revolutionary details: a heat pump as an efficient means of heating up and maintaining the interior temperature. The drive system, power electronics and battery have innovative thermal management - crucial for maintaining a high operating range coupled with outstanding interior comfort.
The New Flagship for Audi: The Audi A8Audi has launched the next generation of the A8 - the sportiest sedan of the luxury class sets new standards. Its elegantly styled body with the Audi Space Frame (ASF) is aluminum, the engines are powerful and highly efficient, and the power transmission and running gear combine dynamics with convenience. The new flagship's generously designed interior captivates with its luxurious equipment, newly developed control system MMI and the excellent quality of its workmanship. Innovative assistance systems lend even more confidence to driving.
Audi's Spunky, Thrifty A3 TDI Wins Green Car Award
LOS ANGELES - The 2010 Audi A3 TDI was named 2010 Green Car of the Year on Thursday at the Los Angeles Auto Show, by Green Car Journal magazine.The new sports wagon was cited for its "rakish styling", torquey turbocharged diesel engine, its impressively low tailpipe emissions and its 42 m.p.h. highway fuel economy rating.
The winner was chosen by the magazine's editors and a panel of "experts" that included television host and car enthusiast Jay Leno and former racing driver Carroll Shelby.
Johan de Nysschen, Audi of America's president, accepted the award by saying the smallest Audi sold in North America represents a "labor of love" for the company.
The A3 edged out a tough field of finalists that included the newest Toyota Prius, the 50 miles-per-gallon mileage champ; the Honda Insight, the lowest price hybrid available; the Mercury Milan hybrid, a "reasonably priced mid-luxury" sedan; and the Volkswagen Golf TDI, which is a very similar machine to the A3 - except that it costs about $7,000 less, while getting the same fuel economy.
Perhaps the deciding factor was that "rakish styling."
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Audi?s Commitment to Safety
Audi has always prided itself in
pioneering innovative safety technologies that are both passive and
active which are designed to work together for maximum protection.
Passive Safety Systems
Passive safety refers to design features intended to protect the car's occupants against injury, or to at least reduce the severity of injuries. The term refers in particular to the car's behavior in collisions (crash tests) and includes protection for the car's occupants as well as for other vehicles (partner protection).
Seat belt pre-tensioners at all outboard seating positions
Seat belt pre-tensioners take up any slack in the belt in the event of a crash to pull the occupant against the seat. They also help to place the occupant in the optimal seating position. A conventional locking mechanism then helps keep the belt from extending any farther.
Belt force limiters
Belt force limiters work in conjunction with the seat-belt pre-tensioners and the locking mechanism to help provide optimal occupant protection. Belt force limiters will let out slack in the safety belt if there is too much force applied by the occupant to the belt after impact.
Adaptive front airbags; Side Airbags, Knee airbags; Side curtain airbags
Driver- and front-passenger dual-stage next-generation airbag supplemental restraints with an occupant sensor are standard on all Audi models as well as side airbags in the front seats and side curtain airbags. (*except convertibles, which have head-thorax airbags). Dual-stage airbags deploy at different speeds depending on the severity of the accident and the occupant size -more slowly in lower-impact situations; more quickly in higher-impact situations. Seat-mounted chest side airbags for the rear seat passengers as well as knee airbag supplemental restraints for front passengers are also available on many Audi models.
Audi Backguard System
The Audi Backguard System helps reduce the possibility of whiplash during a rear-end impact as well as during the rebound phase of a frontal crash. The design and position of the head restraints has a substantial influence on occupant protection. The top of the head restraint should be no lower than the top of the occupant's head, with the seatback adjusted in a reasonably upright position.
Battery Disconnect Function
The battery disconnect function activates in severe accidents to prevent a potential fire in the event of a short circuit. The battery disconnect is activated by the airbag control module.
Rigid Occupant Cell
The goal of the Audi body structure is to absorb the crash energy in the front structure of the vehicle in order to ensure, the occupant cell remains undeformed in a crash. This is realized by an exact balanced use and interplay of modern high strength steels.
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
LATCH is a child-restraint anchorage system that provides a secure fitting for a child seat that is properly equipped with LATCH-compliant connectors. The Audi LATCH system has lower anchorages between the rear seat cushion and the seat back and a tether anchorage behind the rear seat back.
Active roll-over protection (convertibles)
An active rollover protection system is located behind the rear head restraints on all Audi convertibles. When sensors detect an imminent rollover, they trigger protective bars in milliseconds that extend to provide additional occupant protection.
Interior design
The instrument panel in Audi models contains special materials-like soft textures and padding-that help reduce risk of injury in a crash. The steering column is designed to collapse in the event of a collision to help reduce the chance of injury to the driver. Door panels also have special designs, materials and crush elements that help reduce the chance of injury to the occupant. Seats and the instrument panels are designed to help prevent occupants from submarining.
Additional crash-test results on any Audi model can be found at iihs.org and nhtsa.dot.gov.
Active Safety Systems
Active safety systems are designed to help prevent an accident from occurring or mitigate accident severity. They help promote optimal vehicle control with dynamic steering and handling, excellent traction, effective braking and responsive engines. They also help promote optimal driver alertness with comfortable seats, clear visibility, good climate control, and understandable and uncomplicated instruments and controls that help drivers to keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
ESP (Electronic Stabilization Program)
ESP helps improve vehicle stability by detecting and minimizing skids. When ESP detects a potential loss of steering control, it automatically applies the brakes to help keep the vehicle on the line that the driver intends. The brakes are selectively applied to individual wheels, such as the outer front wheel to counter over steer, or the inner rear wheel to counter under steer.
Disc Brake Wiping
The ESP system frequently but momentarily and imperceptibly applies the brakes during wet weather. This effectively removes water from the disc and pad surfaces and helps maintain the braking performance of dry weather.
Roof Rack Detection System (Q5)
Audi Q5 has the ability to detect if a factory-supplied roof rack is mounted on the vehicle. This information is used by the ESP control logic. The control characteristics of the ESP system in the Audi Q5 adapt to the change in the center of gravity height, causing it to intervene earlier if necessary, when the roof-rack crossbars are installed. Audi introduced this technology to the marketplace.
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
EBD ensures maximum braking performance at the front and rear wheels. If it senses that the driver is aggressively applying the brakes, it directs additional brake force to the front of the vehicle to counteract the transference of weight from back to front. EBD also helps prevent the rear end from braking away during aggressive braking. The outcome: increased vehicle control during emergency stopping. EBD also counteracts fading as a result of overheating.
Shift Interlock
With the shift interlock feature, the driver must apply the brake to shift the vehicle from Park or Neutral into Drive or Reverse. The shift interlock feature was developed by Audi in the late 1980s and is now required for all manufacturers by Federal law.
Power Control Idle Interlock
The power control interlock returns the engine to idle when the brake is applied, meaning that the brakes are designed to override the throttle input in all driving situations.
Driver Assistance Systems
Driver Assistance Systems are designed to support the drive to avoid critical situations.
quattro (optional)
quattro is a permanent all-wheel drive system that mechanically distributes power as needed to all four wheels, providing high levels of active safety and dependable traction on most driving surfaces along with excellent road holding, even in cross-winds.*
Audi Side Assist (optional)
Audi side assist monitors blind spot areas and fast-approaching vehicles at a range of approximately 150 feet to the rear of the vehicle. When Audi side assist detects an approaching vehicle, it informs the driver via LED lights in the appropriate exterior mirror.*
Audi Lane Assist (optional)
Innovation merges with safety in this unique system that detects when the driver is leaving the current traffic lane and sends a warning via a vibrating steering wheel.*
Adaptive Cruise Control (optional)
Adaptive cruise control keeps the car moving at a constant speed, reducing stress on the driver particularly where speed limits must be observed or on long trips. The system uses radar sensors to monitor distance to the vehicle in front and can automatically reduce or resume speed to maintain the driver-selected safe distance. When the appropriate gap has been established or the vehicle is no longer in front, the system resumes its normal preset speed. If there is a risk of a collision, a signal alerts the driver to intervene by applying the brakes manually.*
Audi Parking System Plus with Rearview Camera (optional)
The Audi parking system emits an intermittent warning tone to indicate how far the vehicle is from an obstacle. As the distance decreases, the warning tone becomes faster. It first sounds when the car is a little over five feet from the obstacle, becoming continuous when the vehicle is eight inches away. The rearview camera scans the area to the rear of the vehicle and displays it on the MMI screen, alerting the driver to potential obstacles not visible when looking in the rearview mirrors or though the rear window.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (optional)
The tire pressure monitoring system notifies drivers when tire pressure is too low. It oversees the pressure in all four tires while the car is being driven and warns the driver in the event of pressure loss with symbols in the driver information display. The system is intended to assist drivers in monitoring tire pressure, but is not a substitute for regular maintenance of the correct tire pressure.
HomeLink
HomeLink uses a simple, three-button system to control the garage door, gates, and even lights in the driver's home. Based on an integrated radio frequency (RF) transceiver, HomeLink is quickly and easily programmed and works with over 98 percent of operating garage door openers. Additional information can also be found at the HomeLink Web site: www.homelink.com.
* Indicates information obtained from www.Audiusa.com
Audi?s Commitment to Safety
Audi has always prided itself in
pioneering innovative safety technologies that are both passive and
active which are designed to work together for maximum protection.
Passive Safety Systems
Passive safety refers to design features intended to protect the car's occupants against injury, or to at least reduce the severity of injuries. The term refers in particular to the car's behavior in collisions (crash tests) and includes protection for the car's occupants as well as for other vehicles (partner protection).
Seat belt pre-tensioners at all outboard seating positions
Seat belt pre-tensioners take up any slack in the belt in the event of a crash to pull the occupant against the seat. They also help to place the occupant in the optimal seating position. A conventional locking mechanism then helps keep the belt from extending any farther.
Belt force limiters
Belt force limiters work in conjunction with the seat-belt pre-tensioners and the locking mechanism to help provide optimal occupant protection. Belt force limiters will let out slack in the safety belt if there is too much force applied by the occupant to the belt after impact.
Adaptive front airbags; Side Airbags, Knee airbags; Side curtain airbags
Driver- and front-passenger dual-stage next-generation airbag supplemental restraints with an occupant sensor are standard on all Audi models as well as side airbags in the front seats and side curtain airbags. (*except convertibles, which have head-thorax airbags). Dual-stage airbags deploy at different speeds depending on the severity of the accident and the occupant size -more slowly in lower-impact situations; more quickly in higher-impact situations. Seat-mounted chest side airbags for the rear seat passengers as well as knee airbag supplemental restraints for front passengers are also available on many Audi models.
Audi Backguard System
The Audi Backguard System helps reduce the possibility of whiplash during a rear-end impact as well as during the rebound phase of a frontal crash. The design and position of the head restraints has a substantial influence on occupant protection. The top of the head restraint should be no lower than the top of the occupant's head, with the seatback adjusted in a reasonably upright position.
Battery Disconnect Function
The battery disconnect function activates in severe accidents to prevent a potential fire in the event of a short circuit. The battery disconnect is activated by the airbag control module.
Rigid Occupant Cell
The goal of the Audi body structure is to absorb the crash energy in the front structure of the vehicle in order to ensure, the occupant cell remains undeformed in a crash. This is realized by an exact balanced use and interplay of modern high strength steels.
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
LATCH is a child-restraint anchorage system that provides a secure fitting for a child seat that is properly equipped with LATCH-compliant connectors. The Audi LATCH system has lower anchorages between the rear seat cushion and the seat back and a tether anchorage behind the rear seat back.
Active roll-over protection (convertibles)
An active rollover protection system is located behind the rear head restraints on all Audi convertibles. When sensors detect an imminent rollover, they trigger protective bars in milliseconds that extend to provide additional occupant protection.
Interior design
The instrument panel in Audi models contains special materials-like soft textures and padding-that help reduce risk of injury in a crash. The steering column is designed to collapse in the event of a collision to help reduce the chance of injury to the driver. Door panels also have special designs, materials and crush elements that help reduce the chance of injury to the occupant. Seats and the instrument panels are designed to help prevent occupants from submarining.
Additional crash-test results on any Audi model can be found at iihs.org and nhtsa.dot.gov.
Active Safety Systems
Active safety systems are designed to help prevent an accident from occurring or mitigate accident severity. They help promote optimal vehicle control with dynamic steering and handling, excellent traction, effective braking and responsive engines. They also help promote optimal driver alertness with comfortable seats, clear visibility, good climate control, and understandable and uncomplicated instruments and controls that help drivers to keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
ESP (Electronic Stabilization Program)
ESP helps improve vehicle stability by detecting and minimizing skids. When ESP detects a potential loss of steering control, it automatically applies the brakes to help keep the vehicle on the line that the driver intends. The brakes are selectively applied to individual wheels, such as the outer front wheel to counter over steer, or the inner rear wheel to counter under steer.
Disc Brake Wiping
The ESP system frequently but momentarily and imperceptibly applies the brakes during wet weather. This effectively removes water from the disc and pad surfaces and helps maintain the braking performance of dry weather.
Roof Rack Detection System (Q5)
Audi Q5 has the ability to detect if a factory-supplied roof rack is mounted on the vehicle. This information is used by the ESP control logic. The control characteristics of the ESP system in the Audi Q5 adapt to the change in the center of gravity height, causing it to intervene earlier if necessary, when the roof-rack crossbars are installed. Audi introduced this technology to the marketplace.
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
EBD ensures maximum braking performance at the front and rear wheels. If it senses that the driver is aggressively applying the brakes, it directs additional brake force to the front of the vehicle to counteract the transference of weight from back to front. EBD also helps prevent the rear end from braking away during aggressive braking. The outcome: increased vehicle control during emergency stopping. EBD also counteracts fading as a result of overheating.
Shift Interlock
With the shift interlock feature, the driver must apply the brake to shift the vehicle from Park or Neutral into Drive or Reverse. The shift interlock feature was developed by Audi in the late 1980s and is now required for all manufacturers by Federal law.
Power Control Idle Interlock
The power control interlock returns the engine to idle when the brake is applied, meaning that the brakes are designed to override the throttle input in all driving situations.
Driver Assistance Systems
Driver Assistance Systems are designed to support the drive to avoid critical situations.
quattro (optional)
quattro is a permanent all-wheel drive system that mechanically distributes power as needed to all four wheels, providing high levels of active safety and dependable traction on most driving surfaces along with excellent road holding, even in cross-winds.*
Audi Side Assist (optional)
Audi side assist monitors blind spot areas and fast-approaching vehicles at a range of approximately 150 feet to the rear of the vehicle. When Audi side assist detects an approaching vehicle, it informs the driver via LED lights in the appropriate exterior mirror.*
Audi Lane Assist (optional)
Innovation merges with safety in this unique system that detects when the driver is leaving the current traffic lane and sends a warning via a vibrating steering wheel.*
Adaptive Cruise Control (optional)
Adaptive cruise control keeps the car moving at a constant speed, reducing stress on the driver particularly where speed limits must be observed or on long trips. The system uses radar sensors to monitor distance to the vehicle in front and can automatically reduce or resume speed to maintain the driver-selected safe distance. When the appropriate gap has been established or the vehicle is no longer in front, the system resumes its normal preset speed. If there is a risk of a collision, a signal alerts the driver to intervene by applying the brakes manually.*
Audi Parking System Plus with Rearview Camera (optional)
The Audi parking system emits an intermittent warning tone to indicate how far the vehicle is from an obstacle. As the distance decreases, the warning tone becomes faster. It first sounds when the car is a little over five feet from the obstacle, becoming continuous when the vehicle is eight inches away. The rearview camera scans the area to the rear of the vehicle and displays it on the MMI screen, alerting the driver to potential obstacles not visible when looking in the rearview mirrors or though the rear window.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (optional)
The tire pressure monitoring system notifies drivers when tire pressure is too low. It oversees the pressure in all four tires while the car is being driven and warns the driver in the event of pressure loss with symbols in the driver information display. The system is intended to assist drivers in monitoring tire pressure, but is not a substitute for regular maintenance of the correct tire pressure.
HomeLink
HomeLink uses a simple, three-button system to control the garage door, gates, and even lights in the driver's home. Based on an integrated radio frequency (RF) transceiver, HomeLink is quickly and easily programmed and works with over 98 percent of operating garage door openers. Additional information can also be found at the HomeLink Web site: www.homelink.com.
* Indicates information obtained from www.Audiusa.com
Spring Holidays, Hosting a Successful Event
By: Larry David, General Sales Manager,
Audi
Willow Grove
Before my venture into the car business I came from a successful career in the event/catering business. With that said, I'm going to go back to that world in a virtual way and give you tips each month on everything from preparing a dish to setting up a bar. Look for my catering advice each month, and feel free to share your successful events as well!
TIP # 1: Create a Foodscape
After you've decided on the menu, a nice touch in setting a creative foodscape is to set food and vessels at different heights and unique angels.
How to make a foodscape look professional:
- Find some household objects to serve as risers.
- Choose objects that are different heights, for example shoe boxes, milk crate, or a pot you're not using turned upside down.
- Now lay down a tablecloth to cover the space and place the risers at different locations spread out on the table.
- Find some additional cloths (they don't have to match) patterned or solids and place them over your risers, depending on the size of the cloth overlay you can cover one riser or two then take another cloth and overlap the existing overlay and cover some more risers.
- Then crunch the cloths so they are not laying flat.
- Finally place your serving bowls, plates, and trays on top of, below and between the risers. Place some cut flowers on the table either dry or in a vase.
Hint: figure out a flow of traffic where your guests start and place the dishes and utensils there followed by soup or salad and finally the entrée and veggies. This keeps your guests moving in one direction.
Hint: Place your serving bowls, plates and trays out before the food is ready, and label them so when the food is ready to be served you can just transfer them into those attractive pieces.
Have fun!
Audi A4 Wagon ? What the Auto Press Says
The 2010 Audi A4 Wagon ranks 1 out of 6
Luxury Wagons. This ranking is based on our analysis of 15 published
reviews and test drives of the Audi A4 Wagon, and our analysis of
reliability and safety data.
Critics admire the 2010 A4 Avant for its smooth powertrain and pleasing handling dynamics, as well as its attractive design and elegant interior accommodations. Best of all, its top-notch safety ratings make it a solid choice for families.
Just redesigned last year, the A4 Avant carries into the 2010 model year unchanged - which is fine by critics, who appreciate its attractive design, luxurious accommodations, advanced safety features and everyday practicality. "This car has style worthy of the Hollywood glitterati and moves that would make Justin Timberlake step back," says Car and Driver. "Fabulous-looking, well dressed, quick on its feet, and with a damn good optional stereo."
The 2010 Audi A4 Avant is available in three trims: Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige.
"Not surprisingly, Audi hasn't strayed that far from the successful formula that has guided the model since its introduction in 1995: Attractive styling, good performance, the optional Quattro all-wheel-drive system and a price on par with its two leading competitors, the BMW 3-Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class." - Orlando Sentinel
"[T]hose in search of a sharp-looking compact luxury sedan or wagon with all-wheel drive, the latest technology features and a range of handling characteristics, the?Audi A4 is an excellent choice." - Edmunds
A4 Wagon Performance - 8.8 (Very Good)
Test drivers report that the A4 Avant offers plenty of power and handles quite well. "On twisty roads, the new model is the best A4 yet in terms of handling balance," writes Edmunds. "It's sharp and communicative and fun to drive spiritedly. The vehicle's mass and slightly nose-heavy layout conspire to keep it a step behind BMW's 3 Series in terms of ultimate performance, but the A4's AWD provides added security and traction in wet weather conditions." Aiding the A4's handling is an innovative Audi Drive Select system.
A4 Wagon Exterior - 8.7 (Very Good)
Redesigned in 2009, the A4 Avant's exterior leaves some auto writers stunned, while others are indifferent. None, however, find it ugly. Describing its recently sculpted body, a pleased reviewer for Car and Driver writes, "[T]he new body-side lines and steep windshield lend a sense of sculpture that becomes a sense of speed as the eye is drawn back over the silver, snug-fitting roof rails and optional panoramic sunroof to the tight rear end, which looks much like that of the A6 Avant."
A4 Wagon Interior - 8.4 (Very Good)
Critics admire the A4 Avant's cabin for its large cargo hold and first-rate fit and finish. Edmunds writes, "The build quality of the new A4's cabin maintains Audi's good reputation."
A4 Wagon Safety - 10.0 (Excellent)
The A4 Avant performs extraordinarily well in federal government crash tests. What's more, the highly-similar 2009 model was named a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. This isn't surprising given its long list of standard safety features, which include Audi's quattro all-wheel drive system.
A4 Wagon Reliability - 7.0 (Good)
The 2010 Audi A4 Wagon reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The 2010 A4 Avant carries a four-year/50,000-mile warranty. Audi also provides 24-hour roadside assistance for four years.
Source: [US News and World Report]
How Often Should I Rotate My Tires?
Maintaining a regular schedule for
rotating your tires helps to ensure even tire wear and helps your tires
last longer. Rotating your tires involves changing their position on the
vehicle from one wheel location to another. All tire manufacturers
recommend rotating your tires regularly. In fact, failing to do so could
void the manufacturer's warranty. Rotate tires at the vehicle
manufacturers' recommended intervals or at 5,000 to 7,000 miles if not
specified.
There are two different schools of thought on how often you should rotate your tires on front wheel drive vehicles. The front tires on these vehicles tend to wear quicker than those on the rear of the vehicle. By rotating the tires front to rear and side to side the wear patterns between the wheel locations spread the wear out more evenly, allowing you to extend the life of all four of your tires.
Others argue it makes more sense to replace the front tires on a front wheel vehicle as they wear out, but to leave the back tires alone. This plan is especially effective if you do a lot of driving or plan to keep the vehicle a long time. It is estimated that the back tires will last as long as two sets of front tires.
To find out what rotation pattern would be best for your vehicle and tires, consult one of our highly trained Service Advisors in the Audi Willow Grove Service Department.
