Audi cranks up the power on new TT RS Plus

Audi has announced a new halo version of its TT coupe and roadster. Known as the RS Plus, the new addition to the range comes with more power, more torque and an enhanced specification to the already swift TT RS. With the order books open from early May, first deliveries of the speed machine are expected in the summer. Compared to the ‘standard’ TT RS, the plus model receives 20PS more power and 15Nm of additional torque through a retuning of the high revving 2.5-litre, five cylinder TFSI...

New Audi Q5 available to order next month

The mid size Audi Q5 is set to hit UK roads from October. With various styling revisions, equipment enhancements, power increases and economy gains of up to 15%, the remodelled range will be available to order from late May. The updated Q5 will arrive in the UK with four engine options: two TDI and two TFSI. All of these engines combine direct fuel injection with forced induction, and a start-stop system is standard in all versions. The 2.0 TDI with 177PS and 380Nm of torque (with S tronic...

Audi tyre quotation tool hits the web

Audi has launched a new online quotation tool to help customers quickly and easily obtain a fully fitted cost for replacement tyres. They are able to search using their specific registration, the model name or the tyre size required. Results can then be sorted based on the tyre manufacturer, the price or the wheel size. Once a tyre or set of tyres is selected, a quote is generated that is valid for 15 days, and can be presented to any Audi centre or Audi authorised repairer. The quoted price...

Audi buys Ducati

Audi has announced it is acquiring Italian sports motorcycle manufacturer Ducati from Investindustrial Group, pending the approval from relevant competition authorities. The famous motorcycle brand will now join Italdesign and Lamborghini as the third pillar of Audi in Northern Italy. Rupert Stadler, Chairman of the Board of Management of AUDI AG, declared: “Ducati is known worldwide as a premium brand among motorcycle manufacturers and has a long tradition of building sporty motorcycles....

Audi reveals high performance RS Q3 concept

Audi has released the first official photos of its Beijing-bound RS Q3 concept car. Set for an official unveiling at the Beijing Motor Show next week, the RS Q3 features a 360hp 2.5 TFSI engine under the bonnet, along with new body styling, and a ride height 25mm lower than the standard production model. The German carmaker has used liberal amounts of polished and brushed aluminium on the show car, as well as a redesigned bumper, flared air intakes, and a new 3D-style grille. Moving inside...