Here’s the Audi R25, Audi’s entry for the Design Challenge during the LA Motor Show. But is it really just a design exercise?
The R25 is designed to utilize and excel in this new racing environment, with features such as:
1. The new Dynamic Space Frame, allowing much greater degree of flexibility, integration of circuits and rigidity
2. Algae bio fuel for endurance and electric motor capability through Wireless power transfer technology
3. Audi Design: Staying true to the “Form is Function” philosophy, there is not an ounce of needless element in the R25, which incorporates advanced technique and efficient form management into one. The car also uses: active micro-control surfaces which optimize airflow during the race; Man Machine Interface, which inputs all vehicle data output into the driver’s helmet visor; all-around vehicle dynamic sensors and integrated on-board HD cameras with real-time data links to allow for spectator interaction, allowing fans to virtually “sit” and experience the race in any racecar through monitors and virtual reality booths.
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Audi R25: For LA Design Challenge, but is it just an exercise?
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Here’s another teaser for the Audi A1, this time highlighting the possible interior colors including wasabi green.
“A completely new car is always an exciting challenge for designers. Naturally, we looked for innovative solutions when it came to materials and colors as well,” said Jana Bonkova, a color and trim designer at Audi.
Wasabi is a Japanese type of horseradish. It’s a hot spice with a distinctive, green color. “We use wasabi paste for meals to improve the flavor – but only in small amounts,” Bonkova said. “It’s the same with the A1. Wasabi Green is used selectively to create accents, such as in details like seams. We want to use this color to appeal to people who simply want something new and fresh.”
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Audi A1: Interior options will include wasabi green
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Here’s everything you need to know about the new VW up! which will be unveiled tomorrow at the Frankfurt Motor Show. We also have some interior pictures, and we love the new touchscreen! Looks great. See a full gallery of the VW up! concept here. Read more details by clicking on the “read more” link below.
There are cars that endure for all times. They are icons of their type, masterpieces of craftsmanship and technology; they put ideas into motion, make progress tangible and sometimes quite simply make everyday life better, more practical and enjoyable. Many of these cars carry the VW logo. “Bug, Beetle, New Beetle”, “T1, Bulli, Samba bus, California”, “Golf, GTI”. Now Volkswagen is presenting – as a world premiere at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt – a concept car that once again has the right stuff needed to move more than just one generation. It is a small, pure and high-spirited Volkswagen that pays tribute to its environment. The overall concept is marked by an innovative, clear, intuitive functionality. The name of the concept car: up! – a positive name that is a synonym for departure, activity, dynamics and the future. “For Volkswagen”, says Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, Board Member with Responsibility for Technical Development, “the response of IAA visitors will be a decisive test to determine whether the concept has the same kind of potential possessed by the Beetle at one time or by the Golf today.”
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VW up!: In detail, including interior shots!
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We found some interior spy shots of the next-generation VW Touareg. Come on in!
As for the rest of the powertrains, the new engine lineup for the 2011 Touareg is expected to start with a 280 horsepower 3.2-liter V-6 gasoline engine and top out with a 345 horsepower 4.2-liter gasoline V-8. A pair of diesel engines will also be on offer including 2.7-liter and 3.0-liter turbodiesels. All the engines will be matted with a 6-speed automatic gearbox, although VW’s new 7-speed DSG may also be made available.
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VW Touareg: Interior spy shots of next generation
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Another nice review of the VW Jetta TDI.
The 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI has no direct competition.
This diesel car burns up oily fuel a drop at a time, making the Jetta one of the best and most efficient vehicles available in America.
Yes, I like diesels. And if you want an affordable vehicle that can carry five people from Detroit to Atlanta on a single tank, you should too.
Now I’ve heard lots of arguments against diesels: there’s the “premium” consumers have to pay for a diesel engine; the smoky exhaust and pollution. And then there are the dirty pumps, the fuel costs more, it smells awful and blah blah blah.
Look folks, here’s a car that can get real world mileage in the 40s. It’s a durable engine (which needs its oil changed every 10,000 miles). It’s a spacious car. It looks nice and this car is still cheaper per mile than most vehicles on the road today. And when did gas start smelling good to anyone but huffers too cheap to buy spray paint?
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First the spy shots and now the official photos of the next-generation VW Golf GTI. Enjoy!
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VW Golf GTI: Official photos of the next generation
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We now got the final confirmation that Audi will race at ALMS in 2007 again. It was unveiled by Audi’s new boss, Rupert Stadler, during the Detroit Motor Show. Great news!
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Audi R10: Confirmation for racing at ALMS!
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Thanks to our eagle-eyed reader John we found an awesome picture gallery of the new Audi A4 Avant. While it’s hard to read the Dutch driving report, you will definitely enjoy the photos!
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Audi A4 Avant: Great picture gallery
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Have a look at this rendered rumor of a Porsche Hatchback. Please no, we say!
The car is said to be based on the new VW Golf by the way.
One of the speculations is a sports hatch based on Volkswagen Golf that would rival BMW 1-Series, Audi S3 and future Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA.
Another reason Porsche needs smaller more efficient vehicles is to meet stricter fuel efficiency and emissions rules.
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Source: Global Motors
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Porsche hatchback: A rendered rumor
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AutoWeek has an interesting discussion up about the advantages and disadvantages of DSG transmission vs. ordinary CVT.
Transmission specialists expect demand for continuously variable transmissions to increase in the United States and Japan while dual-clutch transmission technology gains share in Europe.
“The dual-clutch transmission will put the final nail in the coffin for the CVT” in Europe, says Andrew Fulbrook, manager of European powertrain forecasts at CSM Worldwide in London.
Follow the link to read the full article, which is really interesting and a must read if you want to know what makes Audi and VW so special (among some other things of course).
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