Audi continues to wow us with the increase in sales. This week the company reported October sales in the U.S. of 7,358 luxury performance cars and SUVs.
Below is a chart showing a comparison of sales in October 2009 versus October 2008 for each Audi model...
Audi enthusiasts are well aware that Audi is playing a part in creating a more environmental-friendly world. The Audi A3 is a product of this initiative, and it will be the stepping stone into a whole new future of auto manufacturing.
Here's the "Do Your Part" commercial for the Audi A3 TDI:
In recognition of Audi’s 100th birthday, the company with the four rings will once again invest considerably in its future. Earthwork operations for a key construction project in the northern sector of Audi’s Ingolstadt site will begin later this month. More than €100 million will be invested in a new body-manufacturing shop for the Audi A3. The modern facilities for the manufacturing of Audi A3 bodies will encompass some 40,000 square meters (430,556.42 square feet).
A3 2.0 TDI Clean Diesel Model Year 2010 Pricing
A3 TDI clean diesel with S tronic front wheel drive $29,950 (Dec. 2009 U.S. introduction)
A3 2.0 TFSI model year 2010 Pricing and Model Changes (excluding $825 destination charge, taxes, title, options and dealer charges)
A3 2.0T FWD (Manual) $27,270
A3 2.0T FWD (S tronic®) $28,750
A3 2.0T quattro (S tronic®) $30,850
* 3.2 FSI engine option discontinued * S line exterior equipment now standard on every A3 * Titanium package now is Titanium Sport Package (which includes sport suspension and seats) * Leather/alcantara seat now available as part of Titanium Sport packages * Wood interior trim now available * Xenon headlights with LED DRL standard on Premium Plus model * Wheels upgraded in appearance * TDI clean diesel introduced in late November / early December 2009 with S tronic front wheel drive.
As someone who lives in California with its year-round warm weather and bright, sunny days, a convertible vehicle is ideal for just about any day of the week. But not just any convertible...the Audi R8 Spyder will work just fine!
The Spyder received quite a bit of buzz on Twitter and the internet this past week when it was unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show.
We must agree with CarScoop and say that the Spyder looks great in white. Red is OK, but black would be smokin'.
Check out this short clip that features highlights of this latest Audi creation...
The other day as we were walking through the mall parking lot, my dad spotted an Audi Q7.
"Wow! That's a nice-looking car!" he says.
This is coming from a man who rarely appreciates a European car - although we did have a Volkswagen van back in the 80's.
I turned to look at the bright white vehicle that stood out in the sea of SUV's in the parking lot. It sure did look real good in person. I've seen the Q7 in a showroom, but never paid much attention to it.
And speaking of the Audi Q7, Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen recently gave a talk about the company’s clean diesel TDI engines which drastically reduce the need for petroleum products, light aluminum body designs, vibration dampeners to ensure the car effectively uses all energy it develops and smaller, and high-performance engines that require less fuel to perform.
Here's a video clip from Johan de Nysschen's talk...
If you've been reading this blog for awhile now, you probably already know that my dream car is the A8. I've been in a BMW 745, but for some reason I like the A8 much better.
The Audi A8 flagship sedan continues to be the embodiment of all things Audi. In both normal and long wheelbase, the car delivers buyers a level of luxury and performance unmatched elsewhere in the marketplace. For 2010, an efficient and powerful 4.2 FSI V8 engine – delivering 350 horsepower, powers the A8. The added stability and safety of quattro® is standard on all trim levels.
The A8 boasts an innovative, lightweight aluminum Audi Space Frame body construction that helps to increase fuel economy and driving pleasure. The stylish, easily identifiable profile is accentuated on 2010 models with the addition of LED daytime running lights on all models. Brilliant LED tail lights both accent the vehicle’s design and add extra visibility.
A8 4.2 FSI quattro and A8L 4.2 FSI quattro model year 2010 Pricing and Changes (excluding $825 destination charge, taxes, title, options and dealer charges)
A8 4.2 FSI Sedan quattro (Tiptronic®) $74,550 A8L 4.2 FSI Sedan quattro (Tiptronic®) $78,400
• W12 engine not available in the 2010 model year • S8 not available in the 2010 model year • Espresso Brown, Linen Beige, Light Gray and Impala Beige interior colors discontinued • LED daytime running lights on all trims • 19-inch wheels standard on all normal wheelbase models • Trunk lid with S8 spoiler standard on normal wheelbase models • Optional carbon fiber interior inlays available on normal wheelbase models • Ventilated massage front seats standard on long wheelbase models • Contrasting stitching and piping on long wheelbase models
Yesterday Audi released figures for July sales, and despite the current sales climate for most dealerships, Audi outperformed its imported luxury car competitors with some Audi models setting 2009 monthly records, including the Audi A8, Audi A3, Audi A4 Avant and Audi TT Coupe.
Highlights for July:
TDI clean diesel technology constitutes a substantial 28% of total Audi Q7 July sales
High demand for the Audi Q5 continues with sales of 1,023 vehicles in July
The Audi A8 and Audi A3 are among models that set a 2009 monthly record
Audi dealerships did see an increase in showroom traffic during July with the launch of the federal Car Allowance Rebate System, commonly referred to as CARS or Cash-for-Clunkers. But completed sales transactions attributable to CARS weren’t as significant as they were for the mass-market automotive brands.
Audi also continued its public awareness campaign touting the benefits of TDI clean diesel, which translated into interest and sales at dealerships. In its third full month of sales, TDI clean diesel made up 28% of Q7 sales.
