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Refreshed Audi A8 and S8

Audi has made an effort to refresh its most desirable high-end cars, the A8 and S8 models. The new chrome front grille, as well as the modified air vents on the bumper and the new matrix lights, are just some of the novelties, and the body elements that are characteristic of the S Line equipment package will also be on offer.

Inside, minor modifications bring top-quality materials as well as the latest edition of the Audi Virtual Cockpit, with which an optional head-up display is available. In addition to the dual displays on the center console, there are also two displays for rear seat passengers who in the version with an even greater wheelbase (A8 L) can count on extra space in front of the legs.

The Audi A8 will run different engine variations depending on the market in which it will be offered. There are primarily 4-liter turbocharged V6 and V8 engines, aided by a mild plug-in hybrid technology that delivers from 340 hp to 460 hp. Audi will also offer a 3.0-liter turbo diesel V6 engine with 286 hp.

The more powerful S8 model will be powered by a 4-liter biturbo V8 engine with 571 hp (420 kW). Both models will have an eight-speed automatic transmission that will transmit power to all wheels.

Sales of both models begin next month, and the A8 model will cost around $ 115,000 (€ 100,000). The more powerful S8 is slightly more expensive and will sell for just under $ 170,000 (€ 144,800).

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Audi and Lamborghini traffic accident

From the United States comes a video of the accident in which Audi and Lamborghini were involved. Although the video shows who is to blame for the car accident, believe it or not, the girl from Audi blamed the driver of the Lamborghini for the accident. As the footage shows, the driver of the Lamborghini stops at a red traffic light. At that moment, the driver of the Audi, while changing the lane, crashed into the back of a Lamborghini. Fortunately, no one was injured, and insurance will likely cover the damage on the Lamborghini.

Ironically, the Lamborghini Aventador bears the Beep license plate, referring to the car owner’s business. That’s Matt Heller, owner of HornBlasters, a company that makes powerful sirens and advertises itself as a solution for all small cars whose drivers want their voice heard as well.

All in all, enough to emphasize once again how important it is for a driver in traffic to be focused solely on driving. If a minor accident happens, try to react calmly. First help the injured, and only then do the rest.

Source: Carscoops

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Audi stops selling the R8 V10 in Australia

The news that Audi will stop offering the Audi R8 V10 in Australia could sadden fans of this model. The German company decided to make this decision due to the reduced demand for this model and the new emission regulation rules.

Although the R8 offering in Australia will be canceled, the rest of the world will have a chance to enjoy this model. In a statement by Audi’s representative in Australia, Audi decided not to adapt the car to the new emissions and noise regulations. According to data from 2007 until today, only 681 copies of this model have been sold in Australia.

A statement from Audi Australia said: “The current generation of the Coupe and Spyder are no longer offered in Australia, for local homologation reasons. The R8 will continue to be produced for other markets. ”

The Audi R8 is powered by a 5.2-liter V10 engine with 562 hp (419 kW) and 413 lb-ft (560 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a seven-speed DL800 dual-clutch automatic transmission. With a weight of 3,825 lb (1,735 kg), the Audi R8 reaches 62 mph in just 3.4 seconds with a top speed of 201 mph (324 km / h).

Source: Car Sales