The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced today that its ADVAN Sport tire for high powered saloon cars, in its global flagship brand “ADVAN” line, has been fitted as original equipment on the Audi A7 Sportback, a premium luxury 4-door coupe from the German manufacturer Audi. Tire sizes are 265/35R20 99Y XL (extra load) for both front and rear. The Audi A7 Sportback is being released in Europe in the autumn in 2010 and worldwide in 2011. The A7 Sportback is the fourth Audi model to have Yokohama tires fitted as original equipment, joining the S6 and S8 in Audi’s top-class S series, and the Audi Q7, a large, high-performance SUV. Continue reading ‘Yokohama Tires fitted as original equipment on Audi A7 Sportback’
The Volkswagen Group significantly increased its profitability in the first half of 2010 and continued its growth path in all key international automotive markets. Deliveries rose by around 16 percent to 3.6 (3.1) million vehicles, lifting the Group’s global market share to 11.7 percent (11.6 percent). Operating profit rose to €2.8 billion (€1.2 billion) on the back of a 20.7 percent increase in sales revenue to €61.8 billion (€51.2 billion). This figure does not include the operating profit of €804 million (€294 million) attributable to Volkswagen from the joint ventures in China. Europe’s largest automobile manufacturer more than tripled its profit before tax, which amounted to €2.6 billion (€0.8 billion) after the first six months. The Group generated a profit after tax of €1.8 billion (€0.5 billion). Continue reading ‘Volkswagen Group lifts profitability substantially in first half of 2010′
The Q7 is the large Audi for the sporty individualist – the high-performance SUV for sport, leisure, family and business. Now Audi has made it even more powerful and efficient, with a choice of three new V6 engines and an 8-speed tiptronic transmission. (continue reading…)
The overwhelming demand that propelled the Audi Q7 to the position as best seller for Audi Abu Dhabi has now been passed on to the remastered new generation Audi Q7, according to recent sales figures.
‘After its launch three-and-a-half years ago the Q7 skyrocketed in sales and now represents about 35% of all Audi passenger vehicle sales in Abu Dhabi, followed closely by the popular Audi A6,’ comments Andrew Hellyar, Brand Manager of Audi Abu Dhabi.
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Experience an interactive, cross-country road trip in an Audi TDI vehicle with Audi TDI Coast to Coast Rally. Challenge users in races that test your performance-tweaking skills, complete environmental tasks and enter to win a 24-month lease of a 2010 Audi A3 TDI.
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- Distinctive new LED front and rear lighting complemented by exterior updates
- 2010 Q7 models include 3G MMI 3D navigation screen and SIRIUS traffic
- Interior enhancements include additional ambient lighting, decorative inlays and available ventilated front seats
Audi today announced the U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail prices for its redesigned 2010 Q7 models, scheduled to arrive at U.S. Audi dealers in September 2009.
2010 Audi Q7 (excluding $825 destination charge, taxes, title, options and dealer charges):
Q7 3.6 quattro® (Tiptronic®) – $46,900
Q7 TDI® quattro (Tiptronic) – $50,900
Q7 4.2 quattro (Tiptronic) – $61,000
Continue reading ‘Audi sets 2010 MY availability and pricing for its redesigned Q7 models’
Audi teamed up with star quarterback Tom Brady and celebrities to support people with intellectual disabilities
- Fundraising and participation record at this year’s Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port
- Star-studded High Gear tailgating gala and post-ride celebrations
- Audi Q7 TDI clean diesel fleet to reduce the event’s carbon footprint
Audi and Best Buddies International, a non-profit organization that provides opportunities for one-to-one friendship and integrated employment to people with intellectual disabilities, this weekend joined forces with star quarterback Tom Brady and celebrities for the annual Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port charity bicycle tour and fundraising events. With more than 1,500 participants and close to US $ 4 million raised, the 2009 ride bet last year’s record to once again make it the most successful fundraising initiative in Best Buddies’ and Audi’s history. Audi’s underwriting of the ride means that every dollar raised over the course of the weekend goes directly to the charity and its programs.
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- Audi cars sales equal 9.6% of U.S. imported luxury sector; Audi SUV sales earn a 7.3% share
- Audi A5 sales increase 59.5% over May 2008
Audi Q7 records best month of 2009 with TDI vehicles accounting for 44% units sold; May was a record sales month for Audi Q5 with 1,413 units sold
Audi achieved an 8.8% share of U.S. imported luxury vehicle sales in May, marking another month of significantly improved results despite challenging economic conditions.
The showing for May 2009 meant Audi increased its portion the luxury vehicle market nearly two full percentage points from a year earlier. Audi sales have resulted in similar market share gains in past months.
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