Motorsport


Timo Scheider on the podium again INGOLSTADT, Germany , Sep 5, 2010 - At the DTM race at Brands Hatch (Great Britain) Timo Scheider was again the best Audi driver. The reigning DTM Champion repeated his third-place finish from Zandvoort and advanced to fourth place in the standings.
Motorsport Newsletter 25/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Sep 5, 2010 - News from the Audi motorsport and customer sport program.
Beginning of a new era for Audi INGOLSTADT, Germany , Sep 4, 2010 - The 1000-kilometer race at Silverstone (Great Britain) on September 12 marks the beginning of a new era for Audi and the sports car scene: for the first time since 1992, there will be a worldwide racing series for Le Mans prototypes again. Audi Sport Team Joest will contest the series with two R15 TDI cars.
Motorsport Newsletter 24/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 30, 2010 - News from the Audi motorsport and customer sport program.
English weeks for Audi Sport INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 27, 2010 - Within the space of just eight days as many as two important races in the United Kingdom are on the agenda of the squad of Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich: the British DTM round at Brands Hatch on September 5 (starting at 1:45 p.m. CEST live on “Das Erste”) and just one week later the 1000-kilometer race at Silverstone with the Audi R15 TDI diesel race sports car.
Audi R15 TDI embarks on a world tour INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 25, 2010 - A new worldwide racing series focused on innovative drive concepts, new technology and reduced fuel consumption will stage its inaugural round at Silverstone on September 12. The newly incepted Intercontinental Le Mans Cup (ILMC) makes it possible for Audi to tour the world with its innovative diesel-powered race sports cars.
Audi makes up ground in DTM title fight INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 22, 2010 - Audi has made up ground to the leader of the standings at the DTM race at Zandvoort like the brand had been hoping to do. Still, the sixth round of the season did not go according to expectations for the title defenders.
Quotes after the race at Zandvoort INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 22, 2010 - Audi Sport Team Abt Sportsline finished in the points with all five cars at Zandvoort. Quotes from the Audi camp.
Motorsport Newsletter 23/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 22, 2010 - First podium of the year for Timo Scheider
A4 times four – Audi on pole again INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 22, 2010 - The champion is back – and how! With a record lead of almost seven tenths of a second Audi driver Timo Scheider commandingly clinched the pole position for the DTM race at Zandvoort (Sunday, starting at 1:45 p.m. – local time – on “Das Erste”). Audi thus continued an impressive string of qualifying results: for the fourth consecutive time an Audi A4 DTM will start from the pole position on the Dutch North Sea coast.
Audi is set on regaining its usual strength INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 16, 2010 - After a disappointing race result at the Nürburgring Audi is aiming to turn the trend around at Zandvoort from August 20 to 22: in the second half of the season that will start on the Dutch North Sea coast the title defenders are set on regaining their usual strength.
Motorsport Newsletter 22/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 16, 2010 - News from the Audi motorsport and customer sport program
Disappointment for Audi at the Nürburgring INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 9, 2010 - It is barely a year ago that Audi celebrated a commanding one-two-three-four victory in the DTM race at the Nürburgring. This time, the title defenders had to settle for places four and seven in the Eifel in front of a crowd of 86,000 spectators (throughout the weekend).
Quotes after the race at the Nürburgring INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 9, 2010 - The DTM race at the Nürburgring ended in a disappointing result for Audi. Quotes after the race.
Motorsport Newsletter 21/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 8, 2010 - DTM: For the first time this year Timo Scheider was the best Audi driver in a DTM race. At the Nürburgring the title defender in his Audi A4 DTM occupied fourth place and thus barely missed the podium. Mattias Ekström commandingly secured the pole position but dropped to seventh place at the start on Sunday and was unable to improve again afterwards. Scheider and Ekström were the only two Audi drivers to finish in the points at the Nürburgring. The best driver of a 2008-specification A4 was Mike Rockenfeller in ninth place.
Mattias Ekström shines in Audi A4 DTM INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 7, 2010 - With an outstanding performance at the Nürburgring Mattias Ekström underscored his driving class and the qualities of the Audi A4 DTM: the Swede secured the pole position for the fifth DTM race of the year (live on “Das Erste” on Sunday, starting at 1:45 p.m., local time) with an advantage that is unusually large for the DTM.
Audi drivers support charities INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 5, 2010 - From the Rhineland Evening with delicious specialties from Cologne all the way to a parade of 24 Audi A5 Coupé cars – the spectators at the DTM race at the Nürburgring (August 6 to 8) will get to see a lot from Audi above and beyond racing.
Motorsport Newsletter 20/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 2, 2010 - Podium finish for the Audi R8 LMS at Spa
Motorsport Newsletter 18/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jul 19, 2010 - News from the Audi motorsport and customer sport program.
Audi ur-quattro and R8 e-tron win the Silvretta Classic and E-Auto Rally INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jul 13, 2010 - The Audi team secured a double victory for the four rings in the inaugural “Silvretta E-Auto Rally Montafon 2010” and the 13th “Silvretta Classic Montafon” with the Audi e-tron technology demonstrator based on the R8 and the Audi ur-quattro from 1988.
First stage: Audi R8 e-tron in “Silvretta E-Auto Rally Montafon 2010” INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jul 8, 2010 - Audi has entered an e-tron technology platform wrapped in the skin of an R8 in the Silvretta E-Auto Rally Montafon 2010. Michael Dick, Member of the Board of Management of AUDI AG for Technical Development, and factory driver Lukas Luhr will pilot the electric sports car along the 167.5 kilometer (104.08 miles) route through the Austrian state of Vorarlberg. After debuting with a demonstration run at “Le Mans vers le futur” as part of the 24-hour race, the Audi R8 e-tron will now be competing in three stages.
Quotes after the race at the Norisring INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jul 4, 2010 - 0.591 seconds were all that Audi was lacking to clinch the home victory at the Norisring the brand had been hoping for. Nevertheless, there were quotes expressing satisfaction after the race.
Audi with strong performance at the Norisring INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jul 4, 2010 - Audi showed a strong performance at its “home round” in the DTM: in front of 132,000 spectators (throughout the weekend) at the Norisring Mattias Ekström pushed forward from grid position five to second place and in the end missed victory by merely 0.591 seconds. With five Audi A4 DTM cars in the points Audi achieved its best Norisring showing of all since 2005.
Audi R15 TDI to be driven at the Norisring INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jul 1, 2010 - High-ranking guests, two vehicle debuts and Audi’s Le Mans winners are just some of the attractions of the brand at its DTM home round at the Norisring.
Goodwood: Pink Floyd drummer meets Le Mans winner INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 29, 2010 - The stage is set: from July 2 to 4, the Earl of March and Kinrara is inviting lovers of historic motorsport to join him for the annual highlight in the calendar, the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Once again 150,000 visitors are expected to make their way to the Earl’s Goodwood estate in the south of England to witness outstanding vehicles from the history of motor-racing.
Motorsport Newsletter 15/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 28, 2010 - News from the Audi motorsport and customer sport program.
Le Mans victory spurs Audi on INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 25, 2010 - Spurred on by its record victory at the Le Mans 24 Hours, Audi tackles the next major motorsport event: from July 2 to 4, the DTM will visit the Norisring in Nuremberg.
Motorsport Newsletter 14/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 21, 2010 - News from the Audi motorsport and customer sport programs.
Facts on Audi’s record victory at Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 17, 2010 - In the fastest race in Le Mans history Audi achieved its ninth triumph. Key facts on the historic Le Mans exploit of the brand with the four rings.
Audi e-tron at 24 Hours of Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 14, 2010 - Audi presents an Audi e-tron technology platform based on the R8 at the most important sports car race of the year. Racing legend Frank Biela drove the purely electric powered high-performance sports car during the Le Mans vers le futur, a demonstration run for electric vehicles, giving Audi fans at the 24 Hours of Le Mans a peek at the fascinating future sporty electric cars.
Quotes after the race at Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 13, 2010 - 238,400 spectators witnessed another historic Audi victory at Le Mans: the ninth one for the brand, the first one with VTG technology, the eleventh one for the team of Reinhold Joest and the first for Timo Bernhard, Romain Dumas and Mike Rockenfeller. The quotes after the fastest Le Mans race in history.
Audi achieves record victory at Le Mans with new technology INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 13, 2010 - For the ninth time Audi has won the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans and thus equalized Ferrari’s position in the roll of honor in the French endurance classic. Only Porsche’s track record reflects more victories.
Audi and SkyGrid launch innovative 24 Hours of Le Mans Experience on iPad HERNDON, Va. , Jun 11, 2010 - Audi of America and SkyGrid have launched the 24 Hours of Le Mans Experience so that people using SkyGrid for iPad can access the latest news and high-definition multimedia Audi content related to the grueling motorsports event as it unfolds in France this weekend.
Audi banks on efficiency at Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 11, 2010 - Audi Sport Team Joest fully concentrated on race preparations at the Le Mans 24 Hours on Wednesday and Thursday. The three Audi R15 TDI cars did not actively participate in the chase for times in qualifying. Instead the Audi squad used every available minute to fine-tune the set-up of the cars for the race.
Quotes after qualifying at Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 11, 2010 - Audi Sport Team Joest has been concentrating on race preparation during the two practice days at the Le Mans 24 Hours. The quotes from the Audi camp after qualifying.
Audi concentrates on race preparation INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 10, 2010 - Audi Sport Team Joest used the entire first day of practice for Le Mans 24 Hours to prepare for the race. The Audi drivers were not looking for the ultimate lap times in Wednesday’s first qualifying session. The Audi squad instead used the full six hours to evaluate different set-up options and tires for the race.
A lap at Le Mans with the Audi drivers INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 9, 2010 - The 13.629-kilometer “Circuit des 24 Heures” is considered one of the world’s most fascinating race tracks on which no testing is possible. The nine Audi drivers talk about the key sectors – in alphabetical order from B like Bernhard to T like Tréluyer.
Audi R15 TDI attracts great interest INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 8, 2010 - Audi Sport Team Joest has successfully taken the first formal hurdle at the 78th edition of the Le Mans 24 Hours: all three Audi R15 TDI cars passed the Technical Scrutineering at the Place des Jacobins in the center of the Western French city in front of thousands of spectators without any problems.
Mattias Ekström contests NASCAR race INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 7, 2010 - For Mattias Ekström, Christmas this year will be on the 20th of June: the Audi "factory” driver and two-time DTM Champion has been given the opportunity to contest a race of U.S. NASCAR series for the Red Bull team at Sonoma (California). After successful track tests, one of the biggest motorsport dreams of the 31-year-old Swede is coming true.
Tom Kristensen’s exclusive Le Mans Countdown – Part 14 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 5, 2010 - “The time has come: on Sunday afternoon I’ll meet up with my team colleagues Dindo and Allan in Paris and we’ll travel together to Le Mans from there. During the whole week we’ll be driving to the track and back together. That strengthens our team spirit and, what’s more, Dindo would arguably have difficulties finding the circuit without us ...
Audi brings a plus in efficiency to Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 4, 2010 - The race is just around the corner: on the weekend of June 12/13 the Le Mans 24 Hours will be held for the 78th time. Like no other motorsport event, the world’s most famous endurance race has always been instrumental in accelerating the technological development of the automobile.
Audi successful at Michelin Challenge Bibendum INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 1, 2010 - Audi has made a successful start to the Michelin Challenge Bibendum 2010. Right at the start of this forum for sustainable mobility in Rio de Janeiro, the brand with the four rings recorded two victories. Audi is very proud of these two main prizes – overall victory in the rally with the lightweight A5, and the design award for the Audi e-tron electric sports car. The standard version of the A3 1.6 TDI, the brand’s third model in the Challenge Bibendum, also put in an outstanding performance. Audi interprets these successes as confirmation of its strategy for the future shape of mobility.
Tom Kristensen’s exclusive Le Mans Countdown – Part 13 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 31, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
Audi Motorsport Newsletter 11/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 30, 2010 - News from the Audi motorsport and customer sport program.
Mattias Ekström fulfills NASCAR dream INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 25, 2010 - For the two-time DTM Champion Mattias Ekström a small dream is coming true today: at the invitation of Red Bull, the 31-year-old Audi driver is performing track tests in a NASCAR vehicle at the Virginia International Raceway in Virginia (USA) to support the squad in preparing for the upcoming race.
Quotes after the race at Valencia INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 23, 2010 - The joy over Audi’s one-two victory at Valencia was marred afterwards: Martin Tomczyk lost his well-deserved second place because one of the twelve tires used in the race on his Audi A4 DTM was accidentally taken from a wrong lot. Quotes after the race.
Audi triumphs on DTM’s debut at Valencia, Spain INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 23, 2010 - Audi struck back: after the disappointing season opener at Hockenheim Mattias Ekström clinched a commanding Audi victory at the second round of the 2010 DTM. With five A4 DTM cars in the top eight places, the brand with the four rings was the strongest manufacturer at the DTM’s debut at Valencia (Spain). The joy over the good result was marred by the exclusion of Martin Tomczyk who had originally finished as the runner-up.
Motorsport Newsletter 10/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 23, 2010 - DTM: Mattias Ekström delivered a perfect weekend on the DTM’s debut at Valencia (Spain): In front of 21,000 spectators (throughout the weekend) the Swede in the Audi A4 DTM secured the pole position, the fastest race lap and a commanding victory. His team colleague Martin Tomczyk pushed forward from ninth to second place in the battle in blazing temperatures but was retroactively excluded because his A4 DTM was accidentally fitted with a tire from a wrong lot at the second pit stop. With five Audi A4 DTM cars in the points, Audi was the strongest brand at Valencia nevertheless.
55th pole position for Audi in the DTM INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 22, 2010 - In blazing heat it was a Swede who was best at keeping his cool: Mattias Ekström clinched the 55th pole position for Audi in the DTM at Valencia (Spain). His British team colleague Oliver Jarvis completed Audi’s exploit by taking position three. A total of eight Audi A4 DTM cars will start from the top eleven positions at the DTM’s debut at Valencia on Sunday.
Tom Kristensen’s exclusive Le Mans Countdown – Part 12 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 22, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
Audi Media Service at the Le Mans 24 Hours 2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 21, 2010 - Audi celebrated its first victory at the Le Mans 24 Hours exactly ten years ago. Since then the brand with the four rings has won the world’s most famous endurance race eight times. After taking third place last year, Audi Sport Team Joest is doing everything within its means to bring the prestigious Le Mans trophy back to Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm on the weekend of June 12 and 13.
Audi R8 LMS wins again at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 16, 2010 - The Audi R8 LMS remains as best in class in the 24-hour race on the Nürburgring-Nordschleife: Also during its second outing in the “green hell”, the world's longest and toughest race track, the mid-engine sportscar crossed the finish line as winner of the GT3 class (SP9).
Home race for Audi driver Miguel Molina INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 16, 2010 - A debut for the DTM: after four races at Barcelona’s Circuit de Catalunya, the almost traditional Spanish round of the most popular international touring car series from May 21 to 23 will be held at Valencia for the first time. With the young, just 21-year-old Spaniard Miguel Molina, Audi has a local hero in its line-up.
First pole position for Audi at 24-hour race at the Nürburgring INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 14, 2010 - The Audi R8 LMS looks to be the car to beat in the 38th running of the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring: Four of the fascinating mid-engine sportscars start the race on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. from the first four grid positions.
Tom Kristensen’s exclusive Le Mans Countdown – Part 11 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 14, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
Audi Tradition – new presence on the Internet INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 12, 2010 - Audi Tradition now has a new Internet presence online at www.audi.de/tradition, and in English at www.audi.com/history. The new Internet pages provide an interesting insight into the eventful history of AUDI AG with its brands Audi, DKW, Horch, Wanderer, Auto Union and NSU. This is a presentation of “Vorsprung durch Technik” going back more than a century.
Seven Audi R8 LMS cars at the Nürburgring 24 Hours INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 11, 2010 - More than 200 vehicles will contest the Nürburging 24 Hours this weekend – including seven Audi R8 LMS cars entered by the Audi customer teams ABT Sportsline, Black Falcon and Phoenix Racing.
Turbulent Le Mans dress rehearsal for Audi INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 9, 2010 - As expected the weather played a decisive role during the Le Mans dress rehearsal at Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium). Rain just before the end of the race cost Audi drivers Dindo Capello, Tom Kristensen and Allan McNish any chance of victory.
Audi on front row for Le Mans dress rehearsal INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 8, 2010 - Audi will tackle the dress rehearsal for the Le Mans 24 Hours from the front row of the starting grid. Timo Bernhard qualified second for the 1000 km of Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium) with a time of 1m 58.519s (212.746 km/h).
Tom Kristensen’s exclusive Le Mans Countdown - part 10 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 7, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
Motorsport Newsletter 07/2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 2, 2010 - Points for Audi R8 LMS at Silverstone FIA GT3: At the season opener of the FIA GT3 European Championship at Silverstone (Great Britain) Team Sainteloc-Phoenix Racing clinched championship points twice. The team’s Belgian driver pairing Stéphane Lemeret and Greg Franchi finished both the first and second race in eighth place. The German Michael Ammermüller and his Brazilian partner Paolo Bonifacio from Team Rosberg finished Saturday’s race in the points as well by taking tenth place. With a tenth-place finish on Sunday, the Black Falcon duo Johannes Stuck and Sean Paul Breslin took home one championship point.
Tom Kristensen’s exclusive Le Mans countdown – part 9 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 30, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
Le Mans dress rehearsal for Audi at Spa INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 29, 2010 - After the victorious test race at the Le Mans Series season opener and a successful 30-hour test at Le Castellet (France) the Le Mans dress rehearsal is now on Audi Sport Team Joest’s agenda: on May 9, the three Audi R15 TDI cars will contest the 1000-kilometer race at Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium).
Tom Kristensen's exclusive Le Mans countdown - part 8 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 23, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
Audi puts the DTM on the iPhone INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 23, 2010 - Right in time for the start of the new season Audi puts the DTM and all other racing series in which the brand with the four rings is active on the iPhone, the iPod Touch and the new iPad: the "Audi Sport" App is now available for downloading from the App Store - free of charge of course.
Auto Union Silver Arrows back on the starting grid in Monte Carlo INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 22, 2010 - The hearts of fans of historic motor sport will beat faster on the first weekend in May. They may have the good fortune to witness the moment when two legends meet up again: Auto Union racing cars from the 1930s and Monte Carlo, the jewel in the annual motor sport calendar. For the first time since 1937, the sound of two Auto Union Silver Arrows will echo through the narrow streets of the Principality – at the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique on May 1 and 2. These giants of a past era will have worthy drivers: former Formula One stars Jacky Ickx and Hans-Joachim Stuck.
Tom Kristensen's exclusive Le Mans countdown - part 7 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 16, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world's most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
Audi inaugurates customer sport center INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 14, 2010 - The Audi customer sport program launched in 2008 has entered a new phase with the inauguration of a dedicated customer sport center in the direct vicinity of Audi Sport.
R15 plus wins its race début INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 11, 2010 - The Audi R15 TDI, model year 2010 (internally labeled "R15 plus") has won its race début at Le Castellet (France) and in doing so left a strong impression.
Audi R15 plus on front row on its début INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 10, 2010 - The 2010-spec Audi R15 TDI (internally labeled "R15 plus") will tackle its début race from the front row of the grid. Dindo Capello recorded the second fastest time in Saturday’s qualifying for the 8-hour race at Le Castellet (France).
Tom Kristensen's exclusive Le Mans countdown - part 6 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 9, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world's most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
The book on 30 years of Audi Sport INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 7, 2010 - Motorsport has always been a means for Audi to develop forward-thinking and efficient technologies which are relevant to customers as well. For 30 years, Audi Sport has been making history in the world of motorsport. Now a fascinating book presents this history to readers: "30 Years of Audi Sport – 30 Years of quattro" will be available from mid-April in German and English.
Progressive design for the Audi R15 TDI INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 5, 2010 - Audi wants to surprise the spectators at this year's 24-hour race at Le Mans (France) with a progressive design: the Audi Design Team created a fresh outfit for the innovative diesel race sports car that bears all the hallmarks of "pleasure in efficiency."
Tom Kristensen's exclusive Le Mans countdown - part 5 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 2, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
DTM countdown: "Magic Molina" faces DTM debut INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 1, 2010 - He’s only 21, the first Spanish racer in DTM history and the "new kid" in the Audi driver squad: On April 25 Miguel Molina will contest his first race with the Audi Rookie Team Abt in the Audi A4 DTM – with his sights set on shaking up "The Establishment" of the most popular international touring car series.
Tom Kristensen's exclusive Le Mans countdown - part 4 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 26, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
Tom Kristensen's exclusive Le Mans countdown - part 3 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 19, 2010 - In a weekly column Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
DTM countdown: development freeze relieves Audi's budget INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 18, 2010 - The 2010 DTM season that will start at the Hockenheimring on April 25, 2010 is marked by maximum efficiency: Audi will compete with the known model generations of the Audi A4 DTM and is expecting a potential to reduce the fielding cost by more than 30 percent without the sport losing any of its attractiveness to fans, media, drivers and teams. The freeze on the technical development of all DTM vehicles has enabled this step.
Audi banks on efficiency at Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 15, 2010 - Audi will fight for victory in the Le Mans 24 Hours on June 12/13 with an evolution of the R15 TDI diesel race sports car. An extensive testing program with the revised LMP1 vehicle has just begun in the United States.
Tom Kristensen's exclusive Le Mans countdown - part 2 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 12, 2010 - In a weekly column Le-Mans record winner Tom Kristensen gives some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world’s most famous endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
Green light for evolution version of the Audi R8 LMS INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 8, 2010 - With the delivery of the first customer cars, Audi AG'S GT3 customer sport program has reached the next phase. By mid-April, 20 Audi R8 LMS vehicles will have been handed over to the teams that are planning to run the GT3 race sports car in various national and international racing series and in the two 24-hour races at the Nürburging and at Spa-Francorchamps in the 2010 season.
Tom Kristensen's exclusive Le Mans countdown INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 5, 2010 - Exactly 100 days from now we?ll know who has won the 24 Hours of Le Mans. With eight victories under his belt, Audi "factory" driver Tom Kristensen is the "King of Le Mans" and knows exactly what counts at Le Mans. Starting today, he will provide some exclusive insights behind the scenes of the world?s most exclusive endurance race and the preparation by Audi Sport Team Joest.
DTM countdown: Playboy meets Glamour INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 4, 2010 - Markus Winkelhock and Katherine Legge will be in for some completely new challenges in the 2010 DTM: for the first time, both of them will compete as team colleagues for Audi Sport Team Rosberg. That the driver from southern Germany’s “Swabia” region will continue to advertise the men’s magazine “Playboy” on the Audi A4 DTM while Katherine Legge will represent the colors of “Glamour” magazine should add a dose of lifestyle spice to the DTM – and can be expected to inspire the media to come up with some clever comparisons and puns.
Audi launches "race experience" INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 3, 2010 - The Audi driving experience is expanding its portfolio by offering an opportunity that is unique in the world: effective immediately, Audi customers with sporting ambitions can book exclusive racing commitments with the Audi R8 LMS. Audi is making its Le Mans-winning team available for this purpose.
Audi drivers are physically and mentally fit for 2010 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Feb 28, 2010 - Head of Audi-Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich had every reason to be pleased with the excellent team spirit, physical fitness and strong motivation his drivers displayed at the annual winter camp held during the last week of February. Even the four drivers who experienced the team training in Bavaria's "Oberallgäu" region for the first time perfectly blended in with the team.
DTM countdown: Alexandre Prémat and Mike Rockenfeller to be "united again" INGOLSTADT, Germany , Feb 25, 2010 - In a manner of speaking, the 2010 DTM will see the two Audi "factory" drivers Alexandre Prémat and Mike Rockenfeller experience a "reunion." The two finished the 2008 season as team colleagues in Audi Sport Team Joest at the wheel of the Audi R10 TDI by winning the European Le Mans Series but have always contested the DTM for different teams ? the Frenchman for Audi Sport Team Phoenix, the German for Audi Sport Team Rosberg. Now, for the first time, both will be team-mates at the wheel of two Audi A4 DTM cars fielded by Phoenix.
DTM countdown: Audi's driver line-up for the 2010 DTM is complete INGOLSTADT, Germany , Feb 18, 2010 - Nine weeks before the 2010 DTM season starts, Audi’s driver line-up for the most popular international touring car racing series is complete. Since Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen will fully concentrate on sports car racing in the Audi R15 TDI in 2010, the young Spaniard Miguel Molina will join the team as a new member.
Audi names its driver line-up for Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , Feb 4, 2010 - Audi will start the 78th edition of the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 12/13 with a total of three diesel-powered racing sports cars. At a press conference of the organizer, the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), in Le Mans (France), Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich announced Audi’s driver line-up for the most important sports car race of the year.
Audi plans test run at Le Castellet INGOLSTADT, Germany , Feb 2, 2010 - To further prepare for the 2010 24 Hours of Le Mans, Audi Sport is planning an additional racing commitment with the Audi R15 TDI that has undergone additional development. For April 11, the participation in the 8-hour race at Le Castellet in southern France is planned for testing purposes.
New driver trio for the Audi R15 TDI INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jan 28, 2010 - Audi Sport leaves nothing to chance in its endeavor to bring the prestigious Le Mans trophy back to Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm. Not only the technology of the Audi R15 TDI is being subjected to further development. The drivers? line-up for the 24 Hours of Le Mans (France) has been extended as well.
Tom Kristensen is "Sportsman of the Decade" INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jan 5, 2010 - The year 2010 could hardly have started any better for Audi "factory" driver Tom Kristensen: The Dane was voted "Sportsman of the Decade" as many as two times in his native Denmark. The TV channel "TV2" as well as the major daily newspaper "Berlingske Tidende" awarded the prestigious title to the record Le Mans winner.
Audi opts for new prototype racing series INGOLSTADT, Germany , Dec 8, 2009 - In 2010, the DTM, the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the customer sport program with the Audi R8 LMS will again be the three cornerstones of AUDI AG's motorsport commitment. By participating in the inaugural "Le Mans Intercontinental Cup" Audi has opted for a new, forward-thinking racing series in which alternative drive concepts will be used.
Audi R8 LMS surpasses all expectations INGOLSTADT, Germany , Nov 5, 2009 - At the end of the 2009 motorsport season AUDI AG cannot only be pleased with the successful title defense in the DTM. The Audi R8 LMS made a convincing showing in its first racing season as well: The GT3 race sports car developed for customer sport clinched 23 victories and three champion's titles.
Audi "factory" driver Mattias Ekström wins "Race of Champions" in Beijing INGOLSTADT/PEKING , Nov 4, 2009 - Audi "factory" driver Mattias Ekström again proved his exceptional talent: In Beijing the Swede won the "Race of Champions" for the third time after 2006 and 2007. In the competition of the world’s best race and rally drivers the two-time DTM Champion defeated the new Formula 1 World Champion in the semi-finale, and Michael Schumacher in the finale.
Timo Scheider makes DTM history for Audi INGOLSTADT, Germany , Oct 25, 2009 - Timo Scheider and Audi did it: Last year?s winner successfully defended his DTM title in the 2009 season in the A4 DTM. This makes Audi the first brand to have won the title for the third consecutive time in the history of the DTM that has been held since 1984.
Audi achieves hat-trick in the DTM INGOLSTADT, Germany , Oct 25, 2009 - Befitting its 100th anniversary, Audi has written another chapter of motorsport history. The brand is the first ever automobile manufacturer to achieve a title hat-trick in the prestigious international touring car racing series: After 2007 and 2008, Audi has clinched the coveted trophy for the third consecutive time.
Audi starts to DTM finale from grid position one INGOLSTADT, Germany , Oct 24, 2009 - Audi will also start to the finale of the 2009 DTM from grid position one. For the eighth time, in the tenth race, an Audi A4 DTM took the pole position. For the third consecutive time, the Swede Mattias Ekström will start from the top slot on the grid at the Hockenheimring. Leader of the standings Timo Scheider, in third place, put himself in a position to successfully defend his DTM title on Sunday.
Unique farewell gift for Tom Kristensen INGOLSTADT, Germany , Oct 23, 2009 - In addition to members of AUDI AG’s executive board, many guests of the brand have also announced their attendance at the title decision of the DTM finale at Hockenheim (Sunday, starting at 1:45 pm live on "Das Erste") – and Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen will receive a unique farewell gift at Hockenheim.
Audi can make DTM history INGOLSTADT, Germany , Oct 16, 2009 - On October 25 the Hockenheimring will be the venue of the title decision in the DTM for the third time in a row. And for the third consecutive time, Audi can secure the prestigious title – a feat no automobile manufacturer has ever achieved in the most popular international touring car racing series.
100th anniversary of Bernd Rosemeyer's birth INGOLSTADT, Germany , Oct 6, 2009 - The 100th anniversary of the birth of racing driver Bernd Rosemeyer, who was born on October 14, 1909 in Lingen in north-west Germany, is approaching. Audi Tradition will be laying a bouquet at the memorial on today?s A5 Autobahn. Rosemeyer achieved international fame primarily as one of Auto Union?s top drivers in Grand Prix races and world speed record attempts in the ?Silver Arrows? era of the 1930s. His racing triumphs in Europe, Africa and the USA made him a public idol ? not least because of his swashbuckling driving style. Bernd Rosemeyer was a hero of his time, who tragically lost his life at the zenith of his career while making a world speed record attempt in early 1938.
Audi R15 TDI wins efficiency trophy in the U.S. INGOLSTADT/ATLANTA , Sep 27, 2009 - Audi Sport Team Joest’s test entry in the 1000-mile "Petit Le Mans" race at Road Atlanta (U.S. state of Georgia) had an unexpected outcome: The American endurance classic had to be red flagged just before half-time due to torrential rainfall. Although Audi had led almost entirely, the two R15 TDI prototypes were only classified in third and fourth positions. Small consolation: The Diesel-powered racing car won the efficiency award "Michelin GreenX Challenge" – a trophy awarded to the most environmentally friendly car.
Petit Le Mans: Both Audi R15 TDI prototypes on row two INGOLSTADT/ATLANTA , Sep 25, 2009 - Audi Sport Team Joest’s two Audi R15 TDI prototypes will start the "Petit Le Mans" 1000-mile race at Road Atlanta (U.S. state of Georgia) from the second row of the grid. The U.S. endurance classic serves Audi as preparation for the 2010 Le Mans 24 Hours.
Audi social media covers Petit Le Mans endurance race HERNDON, Va. , Sep 24, 2009 - Audi Sport returns to Petit Le Mans this weekend to defend its unbeaten streak in the Atlanta race with Audi enriching coverage of the action through key social media outlets.
"Petit Le Mans" is Le Mans preparation for Audi INGOLSTADT, Germany , Sep 18, 2009 - The countdown for the 2010 Le Mans 24 Hours is underway. In preparation for the sports car highlight of the year, Audi Sport Team Joest will contest the U.S. endurance classic "Petit Le Mans" at Road Atlanta (U.S. state of Georgia) on September 26 with two Audi R15 TDI cars.
Audi TDI® clean diesel featured on "How It's Made" HERNDON, Va. , Sep 17, 2009 - Audi today announced that TDI clean diesel technology will be a featured segment on the Discovery Communications program, "How It's Made" premiering on Science Channel on Friday, September 18, 2009, 9 p.m. ET/PT, with an encore broadcast on the Discovery Channel on Thursday, September 24, 2009, 7:00 and 11:00 p.m. ET/PT.
Audi contests "Petit Le Mans" race in the USA INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 25, 2009 - For the first time since its victorious debut at Sebring in March, the technologically innovative Audi R15 TDI will again compete in an endurance race in the USA: On September 26, Audi Sport Team Joest will contest the 1000-mile "Petit Le Mans" race, which is part of the American Le Mans Series, at Road Atlanta (Georgia) with two cars.
"Vorsprung durch Technik" in the dunes INGOLSTADT/ZANDVOORT , Jul 10, 2009 - On July 16th the Audi brand will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Only three days later, there may be another reason to celebrate: The 50th Audi victory in the most popular international touring car racing series is possible when the DTM visits the Netherlands.
Audi wins 2nd heat of "RCN Green Challenge" held at the Nürburgring INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jul 7, 2009 - In the second heat of the “RCN Green Challenge” held on the Northern Loop of the Nürburgring, Audi once again proved that performance and efficiency are not mutually exclusive: Two Audi TT 2.0 TFSI models entered the efficiency contest, finishing in 1st and 4th place. In this four-lap competition in Germany’s Eifel region, the drivers of the victorious TT Coupé boasted an average fuel consumption of only 1.6 liters per each lap of 20.832 kilometers (12.94 miles). With these results, the winner beat the standard city consumption serving as the benchmark by 28 percent – a feat unmatched by any other participant.
Norisring race under theme of 100 years of Audi INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 25, 2009 - The appearance of Audi during the DTM race at the Norisring is under the theme of the Audi brand’s 100th anniversary. To mark the "Audi home race" in Nuremberg more than 100,000 visitors and many celebrity guests are expected – this and other interesting facts from the Audi camp before the most popular international race series’ season highlight.
Audi on the podium again at Le Mans INGOLSTADT/LE MANS , Jun 14, 2009 - Eleven starts, eleven times in succession on the winner’s podium: Audi continued its impressive series of podium results in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. After taking three consecutive victories Audi Sport Team Joest had to settle for third position on this occasion in probably the world’s toughest endurance race.
Comments about the retirement of Audi R15 TDI #2 INGOLSTADT/LE MANS , Jun 13, 2009 - At 9:30 p.m. the race at Le Mans for the Audi R15 TDI with start number two ended. Lucas Luhr left the track entering the Porsche Curves and slammed heavily backwards into the tire wall. Although the German still tried to bring the car back to the pits, the stewards, however, prohibited Luhr, who shared the cockpit of the diesel sportscar with Mike Rockenfeller and Marco Werner, to return to the track for safety reasons because the car was losing oil. A technical defect can be excluded.
Audi names start drivers for Le Mans INGOLSTADT/LE MANS , Jun 13, 2009 - Audi Sport Team Joest named the drivers who will sit at the wheel of the three Audi R15 TDI to start the 77th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Audi R15 TDI on front row for Le Mans début INGOLSTADT/LE MANS , Jun 11, 2009 - Although Audi Sport Team Joest concentrated exclusively on preparing for the race throughout qualifying for the 77th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, one of the three Audi R15 TDI starts from the front row for the French endurance classic on Saturday at 3:00 p.m.
Romain Dumas about Le Mans and the Audi R15 TDI INGOLSTADT/LE MANS , Jun 11, 2009 - Romain Dumas contests the 24 Hours of Le Mans since 2001. On June 13 and 14 the Frenchman experiences a premiere in his ninth race: Dumas tackles the track for the first time in a diesel prototype on the Le Mans début of the Audi R15 TDI. In the interview the 31-year old Frenchman explains to what extent he must relearn the 13.629-kilometer track in the Audi and what is important.
Audi covers the 24 Hours of Le Mans race stateside on social media websites HERNDON, Va. , Jun 11, 2009 - Audi aims to continue its proud success story on June 13 and 14 in the world’s toughest sports car endurance race with the newly developed R15 TDI diesel sports car. Audi has competed at Le Mans 10 times, crossing the finish line as winners eight times.
Audi R15 TDI in the limelight at Le Mans INGOLSTADT/LE MANS , Jun 9, 2009 - Audi Sport has spooled off approximately 20,000 test kilometers with the Audi R15 TDI since its roll out last December. Now things get serious: The first 24 Hours of Le Mans race for the technically innovative racing sports car from AUDI AG is on the agenda this coming weekend.
Le Mans début for new Audi R15 TDI INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jun 5, 2009 - Logical lightweight construction, downsizing, efficiency and the best possible aerodynamics – the same subjects which currently occupy the brains of the automobile industry development departments are also key elements in the 24 Hours of Le Mans held for the 77th time on the weekend of June 13/14.
Audi driver Timo Scheider takes DTM lead INGOLSTADT/KLETTWITZ, Germany , May 31, 2009 - With a fifth-place finish at the EuroSpeedway title defender Timo Scheider took the lead in the DTM standings. 75 000 spectators (throughout the weekend) at Lausitz witnessed a turbulent race packed with collisions in which Mattias Ekström, in third place, clinched a podium result for Audi. With Mike Rockenfeller in seventh place, an Audi driver of a year-old car scored points as well.
First pole position for Audi A4 DTM at the EuroSpeedway INGOLSTADT/KLETTWITZ, Germany , May 30, 2009 - For the first time ever, an Audi A4 DTM will start from the top grid position at a DTM race at the EuroSpeedway Lausitz. In extremely difficult conditions the Swede Mattias Ekström – like at the Hockenheim season opener – clinched the pole position for Audi. With Mike Rockenfeller and Timo Scheider on positions three and four, two other Audi drivers will start the race on Sunday from the two front rows of the grid.
Audi at the 24 Hours of Le Mans 2009 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 28, 2009 - Just a few more days before Audi competes yet again in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The brand with the four rings aims to continue its success story on the weekend of June 13/14 in probably the world’s toughest sportscar race with the newly developed R15 TDI diesel sportscar. Audi has competed at Le Mans ten times to date and, in the process, has crossed the finish line as winners eight times.
Audi names driver teams for Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 27, 2009 - The three driver teams with which Audi Sport Team Joest will tackle the 77th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 13/14 have been confirmed.
Audi R8 LMS successfully passes ultimate endurance test INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 24, 2009 - The new GT3 sports car of AUDI AG successfully passed the ultimate endurance test: In the fastest 24-hour race the Nürburgring has ever seen, all four Audi R8 LMS cars that started to the race crossed the finish line. Christian Abt, Jean-François Hemroulle, Pierre Kaffer and Lucas Luhr (Team ABT Sportsline) clinched an unexpected second place in front of 235,000 spectators (throughout the weekend) and grabbed victory right away in the GT3 class for the Audi R8 LMS at its first 24-hour run.
Audi R8 LMS impresses at 24-hour debut INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 24, 2009 - From the outset, AUDI AG’s new GT3 sports car is the car to be beaten at its maiden run in the 24-hour race on the Nürburgring. On Sunday morning, sixteen hours into the race, the three Germans Marc Basseng, Mike Rockenfeller and Frank Stippler in the Audi R8 LMS #99 of the Phoenix Racing team were running about two minutes in front of the Porsche that was victorious last year.
Audi aims for 50th victory in the DTM INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 22, 2009 - The first opportunity to achieve this ranking will present itself to the squad around Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich on May 31 at the EuroSpeedway Lausitz. Up to now, however, the circuit located 130 kilometers south of Berlin has not exactly been the Audi A4 DTM’s favorite track. Audi clinched victory only once at the EuroSpeedway on its own power: In September 2005, Mattias Ekström prevailed against Mercedes driver Gary Paffett in an impressive duel.
All Audi R8 LMS cars in top six INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 22, 2009 - The new GT3 sports car from AUDI AG delivered an impressive performance in qualifying for the 24-hour race on the Nürburgring: All four Audi R8 LMS finished among the top six in the final qualifying session and thus secured grid positions on the first three rows of the 171-car field.
Audi at 24-hour race on the Nürburgring with impressive lineup of stars INGOLSTADT/Nürburg , Germany , May 19, 2009 - Just a few days after the successful DTM season opener, the next major motorsport event is on the agenda for Audi: The 24-hour race on the Nürburgring next weekend will be the ultimate endurance test for the new Audi R8 LMS which has been developed for the customer sport before customer deliveries start this fall – and a gift to fans on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Audi brand.
Tom Kristensen leads Audi to fourfold victory INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 17, 2009 - Audi managed a perfect start to the 2009 DTM season at the 100th race of the new DTM: Tom Kristensen (Denmark), Timo Scheider (Germany), Oliver Jarvis (Great Britain) and Markus Winkelhock (Germany) clinched a fourfold victory of the Audi A4 DTM and delivered the best start to a season in AUDI AG’s DTM history at the Hockenheimring in front of 91,000 spectators.
Mattias Ekström fastest driver in Audi’s “quattro” INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 16, 2009 - On Wednesday, Rupert Stadler was able to announce a clearly positive result for the first quarter of 2009 at the general meeting of AUDI AG. Only three days later, also the Audi motorsport squad demonstrated its strength yet again: At the DTM season opener at the Hockenheimring, the Audi drivers decided the first pole position of the year among themselves.
DTM stars drive new Audi S4 INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 16, 2009 - From now on, Audi’s DTM stars are privately driving the sportiest top-of-the line model of the A4 range: On the occasion of the DTM season opener at Hockenheim, Mattias Ekström, Oliver Jarvis, Tom Kristensen, Katherine Legge, Mike Rockenfeller, Timo Scheider, Alexandre Prémat, Martin Tomczyk and Markus Winkelhock received their new company cars – a total of nine Audi S4 and S4 Avant vehicles.
Tom Kristensen starts his last DTM season INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 15, 2009 - When the new season starts at Hockenheim on Sunday Audi driver Tom Kristensen will start to his personal final DTM spurt: The Dane will leave the DTM after the finale in October to fully concentrate on his big passion, sports car racing. As many as eight victories just at the 24-hour race at Le Mans make him the world’s most successful racer in this motorsport discipline.
Soccer meets motorsport: the Audi Cup in the DTM INGOLSTADT, Germany , May 14, 2009 - This weekend, not only the numbers one to eleven will count for soccer fans, but – for a change – the “15” will as well: 15 is the car number emblazoned on the hood of the Audi A4 in which Oliver Jarvis starts to the first DTM race of the season at Hockenheim and which promotes the Audi Cup staged at the Allianz Arena on July 29 and 30 in the process. The event has already evolved into a real highlight with as many as 70,000 tickets having been sold to date.
Audi well prepared for start to DTM season INGOLSTADT/HOCKENHEIM, Germany , May 8, 2009 - The waiting is over: After exactly 203 race-free days, the lights starting the most popular international touring car racing series will switch from red to green for the first time again on Sunday, May 17, 2009, at exactly 2:03 pm (local time). It will be the 100th race in the history of the "new" DTM – and the beginning of an ambitious task: In the year of its 100th anniversary Audi wants to become the first automobile manufacturer to win the prestigious DTM title for the third time in a row.
Ultimate endurance test for new Audi R8 LMS INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 21, 2009 - In the course of the further development of the Audi R8 LMS, an ultimate endurance test is on the agenda for the new GT3 sports car of AUDI AG at the end of May: On May 23/24, Teams ABT Sportsline and Phoenix Racing, with "factory" support by Audi, will field a total of four vehicles in the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring.
How you can appreciate Le Mans racing though Truth in 24 HERNDON, Va. , Apr 8, 2009 - If you enjoy ridiculously expensive carbon fiber race cars that rarely pass each other, go to a Formula One race. If you can look past candy-colored decals masking sheet-metal sameness, turn to NASCAR. But if you seek visceral motorsports thrills loaded with human drama, unique engineering, real racing strategy, exhaustion and suspense, then the Le Mans series is your ticket.
100 years of Audi with rally legend Walter Röhrl INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 8, 2009 - Walter Röhrl, still revered today as “the greatest rally driver of all time,” will be piloting historic race cars from Audi Tradition’s collection in a total of four events in 2009, the year that celebrates “100 years of Audi.” “We are delighted that Walter Röhrl will be racing his historic Audi cars again,” says a beaming Thomas Frank, Head of Audi Tradition. “Our thanks go in particular to Porsche AG.”
Bernhard and Dumas reinforce Audi at Le Mans INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 2, 2009 - The Audi driver lineup for the 24 Hours of Le Mans is complete: by signing Timo Bernhard (28/Germany) and Romain Dumas (31/France) Audi managed to engage two absolute endurance specialists for the most important sports car race of the year.
Audi Truth in 24 application is now available on Apple App Store HERNDON, Va. , Apr 1, 2009 - Getting a hands-on feel for the excitement of Le Mans racing and the acclaimed documentary Truth in 24 got a lot easier today with the launch of the all-new Truth in 24 driving challenge application on the Apple App Store.
Audi "legends" to compete at the Nürburgring INGOLSTADT, Germany , Apr 1, 2009 - Three drivers, who have made a major contribution to AUDI AG’s successful motorsport history, will be honored in a special way next weekend: in the new Audi R8 LMS’s first test race, the former Audi "factory" drivers Frank Biela (Germany), Emanuele Pirro (Italy) and Hans-Joachim Stuck (Austria) will take the wheel of the GT3 sports car powered by more than 500 hp.
Progress on Racetrack = Progress in Fuel Tank HERNDON, Va. , Mar 31, 2009 - From politicians to marketers, from oil companies to environmentalists. No matter who you speak to these days – seems like everyone has an idea to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil.
Demand for Truth in 24 triggers exclusive (and free) iTunes release HERNDON, Va. , Mar 25, 2009 - From the moment it hit the film festival circuit last fall to its nationwide ESPN premiere last Friday, Truth in 24 has generated a groundswell of enthusiasm among motorsports and movie fans alike.
Perfect debut for the Audi R15 TDI INGOLSTADT/SEBRING , Mar 22, 2009 - The Audi R15 TDI has defeated its competition in its debut race: Dindo Capello (Italy), Tom Kristensen (Denmark) and Allan McNish (Scotland) achieved a historic victory in the 12 Hours of Sebring (US state of Florida) with the new diesel-powered sports car of AUDI AG. The Audi drivers completed 383 laps – beating the previous distance record by an impressive 13 laps.
Audi R15 TDI on the front row on its debut INGOLSTADT/SEBRING , Mar 19, 2009 - Good debut for the Audi R15 TDI: The all-new diesel-powered sports car from AUDI AG will start its first ever race from the front row of the grid. Le Mans record winner Tom Kristensen (Denmark) missed the pole position for the 12-hour race at Sebring (US state of Florida) by just 0.082 seconds. Almost as fast was youngster Mike Rockenfeller (Germany) who qualified fourth with the second R15 TDI.
On ESPN primetime Friday: A racing film for the ages, Truth in 24 HERNDON, Va. , Mar 18, 2009 - Compelling films about car races are rarities for good reasons: The action is a blur, the circuits are spread out over great distances, helmeted drivers are nestled into cockpits and access to the teams that make these high-performance machines go can be hard to get.
First major challenge for the Audi R15 TDI INGOLSTADT/SEBRING , Mar 13, 2009 - Now it’s serious: After tests in Spain and Italy, the first race looms for the new Audi R15 TDI. During the 12-hour race at Sebring (Florida, USA) on Saturday, March 21, the new diesel racing sportscar meets the competition from Acura/Honda, Peugeot and others.
Delivery of the Audi R8 LMS has started INGOLSTADT/NECKARSULM, Germany , Mar 12, 2009 - The new customer sport program of AUDI AG has reached the next stage with delivery of the first Audi R8 LMS to Audi Sport Italia. Twelve examples of the over 500 hp GT3 sports car will be delivered during the forthcoming weeks to six customer teams. The first races for the R8 LMS are scheduled for April.
Audi R15 TDI: first "second" generation diesel racing sports car INGOLSTADT, Germany , Mar 9, 2009 - AUDI AG is the world’s first automobile manufacturer to develop a “second” generation diesel racing sports car. Audi aims to underline its supremacy and consolidate its expertise in car technology once more at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans with the all-new Audi R15 TDI.
Two new Audi R15 TDI at Sebring opener INGOLSTADT, Germany , Feb 10, 2009 - The eagerly awaited first race of the new diesel sports car from AUDI AG draws ever closer: Audi Sport Team Joest contests the notorious 12-hour race at Sebring, Florida on 21 March with two Audi R15 TDI. The US endurance classic will act as stern test and dress rehearsal for the 24 Hours of Le Mans on 13 /14 June 2009.
Audi driver squad stronger than ever before INGOLSTADT/OFTERSCHWANG, Germany , Jan 31, 2009 - Head of Audi Motorsport Dr Wolfgang Ullrich left the traditional Audi Winter Camp in Ofterschwang, Bavaria, at which the AUDI AG factory drivers prepared for a week together with their team bosses between 24 and 31 January for the 2009 motorsport season, extremely satisfied.
Private team plans LMS with Audi R10 TDI INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jan 19, 2009 - The successful Audi R10 TDI is likely to appear again on European race tracks in 2009. While Audi will contest the 24 Hours of Le Mans as part of its factory commitment with the new R15 TDI in 2009, Dr Colin Kolles is planning to buy two Audi R10 TDI cars for his racing team. The privately fielded prototypes are planned to return to the venues of their greatest exploits in 2009: to the European-based Le Mans Series and to the 24-hour race at Le Mans, in which the Audi R10 TDI has not been beaten so far.
Audi Sport is honoured for best teamwork INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jan 16, 2009 - n the 2008 season Audi won everything the brand had set its sights on: The Four Rings stood for the four victories in the DTM, the American Le Mans Series, the Le Mans Series in Europe and the 24 Hours of Le Mans in what has so far been its most successful racing season. Audi now received special recognition for its string of successes with the R10 TDI and the A4 DTM by the Motorsport Industry Association (MIA), an important organisation of the British motorsport industry.
Audi Adjusts its U.S., European Motorsports Activities for 2009 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Dec 5, 2008 - Audi announced it will concentrate its motorsports efforts for 2009 on the new R15 TDI sport prototype for the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, the re-worked race touring car A4 for the DTM circuit and the newly developed R8 LMS for customer use in the GT3 class. Audi also said it will not be represented by its factory team, Audi Sport North America, in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) in 2009.
Audi Motorsport Based on Three Pillars in the Future INGOLSTADT, Germany , Nov 28, 2008 - In future, the AUDI AG motorsport programme will be based on three pillars: During the 2009 season, the brand with the four rings will compete once again in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and in the DTM. Additionally, with the new Audi R8 LMS, Audi Sport offers for the first time a racing sports car specifically developed for customer use.
Audi at the Essen Motor Show - Race Version of the Audi R8 in the Limelight INGOLSTADT/ESSEN, Germany , Nov 26, 2008 - Audi is set to present a world premiere at the Essen Motor Show from November 28 to December 7: the brand with the four rings will be unveiling a race version of the Audi R8 with over 500 horsepower. During the press conference on November 28, Audi will also be presenting its plans for the 2009 motorsport season. This year's winning Le Mans car and Timo Scheider's victorious DTM car will be lining up in Essen alongside numerous attractive production models.
'Truth in 24' Scores in Tinseltown, Wins Ft. Lauderdale Festival Prize HERNDON, Va. , Nov 12, 2008 - Anticipation ran high last Thursday evening along the brightly lit, red carpet walk at Hollywood's legendary Mann's Chinese Theater. The moment had arrived for "Truth in 24," the documentary on Audi's 2008 Le Mans motorsports teams, to launch into its world premiere at the highly regarded AFI Fest film festival.
Audi Celebrates Most Successful Motorsport Season INGOLSTADT/NECKARSULM, Germany , Nov 9, 2008 - Four rings, four wins. The end of season party at the Audi Forum Neckarsulm was celebrated under this motto, and at which Audi thanked its teams and drivers for the most successful motorsport season in the company’s history. Chairman of the Board of Management Rupert Stadler and Michael Dick, Member of the Board of Management with responsibility for Technical Development, emphasised the importance of motorsport for the brand.
Audi 1-2 Victory in ALMS Finale INGOLSTADT/LAGUNA SECA , Oct 19, 2008 - Audi was able to complete their successful 2008 sportscar season with another 1-2 victory. In the finale of the American Le Mans Series at Laguna Seca (U.S. state of California), the two Germans Lucas Luhr and Marco Werner celebrated a narrow victory in front of their team mates Christijan Albers and Emanuele Pirro.
Emanuele Pirro Fastest Audi Driver INGOLSTADT/LAGUNA SECA , Oct 18, 2008 - Emanuele Pirro has captured the LM P1 pole position at Laguna Seca (U.S. state of California) in his last race with the Audi R10 TDI. On Friday, the Italian won the qualifying battle against his team-mate Lucas Luhr.
Final race for Emanuele Pirro in Audi R10 TDI INGOLSTADT/LAGUNA SECA , Oct 17, 2008 - Emanuele Pirro will race an Audi sports prototype for the last time in his career at the American Le Mans Series finale on 18 October at Laguna Seca. The Italian has served the brand since 1994 and is one of the most successful Audi factory drivers ever with three touring car titles, two sportscar championship victories in the American Le Mans Series and five wins in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
AUDI OF AMERICA JOINS LOCAL DEALER PARTNER AUDI STEVENS CREEK TO HOST AUDI SPORT RACE CAR DRIVER MARCO WERNER HERNDON, Va. , Oct 13, 2008 - Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with Audi Stevens Creek in San Jose, Calif. on Wednesday evening, October 15, 2008. Local customers and prospects will be hosted to welcome Audi Sport race car driver Marco Werner.
Christijan Albers gets chance in Audi R10 TDI INGOLSTADT, Germany , Oct 10, 2008 - After Swiss driver Marcel Fässler, Audi now gives another driver the opportunity to contest a race with the powerful 650 hp plus Audi R10 TDI: At the American Le Mans Series finale at Laguna Seca (US state of California) on 18 October, the former Dutch Formula 1 driver Christijan Albers starts together with Emanuele Pirro (Italy) for Team Audi Sport North America. The Audi R10 TDI with start number 2 will be driven by the usual German duo of Lucas Luhr and Marco Werner.
Audi achieves "Petit Le Mans" hat-trick INGOLSTADT/ROAD ATLANTA , Oct 5, 2008 - With an impressive success at Road Atlanta (U.S. state of Georgia) Audi continued its winning streak at the prestigious 1000-mile race "Petit Le Mans". In front of a record crowd of 113,000 spectators, Dindo Capello, Allan McNish and Emanuele Pirro achieved Audi’s ninth consecutive victory. Audi thus remains unbeaten at "Petit Le Mans".
Audi on “Petit Le Mans” front row INGOLSTADT/ROAD ATLANTA , Oct 3, 2008 - Team Audi Sport North America’s two Audi R10 TDI prototypes will go into Saturday’s "Petit Le Mans" race at Road Atlanta (U.S. state of Georgia) from second and third positions on the starting grid. In a more than thrilling qualifying session, Allan McNish lost the battle for pole position by just 0.085 seconds.
ACO presents Le Mans trophy to Audi INGOLSTADT/PARIS , Oct 2, 2008 - In addition to twelve Volkswagen Group world premieres more than 1,000 journalists from around the world witnessed yet another highlight on the eve of the Paris Motor Show: Jean-Claude Plassart, President of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) officially presented AUDI AG with the 24 Hours of Le Mans winners’ trophy during the Volkswagen Group evening.
Audi R10 TDI with chance for double hat-trick INGOLSTADT, Germany , Sep 26, 2008 - The Audi R10 TDI has already scored a hat-trick at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. On 4 October Audi now also targets the third consecutive victory with the 650 hp plus diesel-powered sportscar in the French long-distance classic’s “little brother”.
Audi of America joins local dealer partner Nalley Audi to host Audi sport race car driver Lucas Luhr HERNDON, Va. , Sep 26, 2008 - Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with Nalley Audi in Roswell, Ga. on Saturday evening, September 27, 2008. Local customers and prospects will be hosted to welcome Audi Sport race car driver Lucas Luhr.
Audi strengthens driver squad for "Petit Le Mans" INGOLSTADT, Germany , Sep 19, 2008 - Two of this year's Le Mans 24 Hour race winners Dindo Capello (Italy) and Allan McNish (Scotland) strengthen the Audi driver squad at the 1000-mile race Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta (Georgia) on 4 October.
Audi wins Le Mans Series INGOLSTADT, SILVERSTONE , Sep 14, 2008 - After the triumph at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the early title win in the American Le Mans Series, AUDI AG performed another feat with the Audi R10 TDI diesel sportscar: At the 1000-kilometre race at Silverstone (Great Britain), Audi Sport Team Joest – clinching victory as well as fourth place – secured also the champion’s title in the European Le Mans Series (LMS).
Luhr/Werner win ALMS Championship title INGOLSTADT/DETROIT , Aug 31, 2008 - Despite not finishing the city street race in Detroit, the two German Audi "factory” drivers Lucas Luhr and Marco Werner have already clinched the Drivers’ title in the LM P1 class of the American Le Mans Series.
First victory of the season for Audi drivers Fässler/Pirro INGOLSTADT, DETROIT , Aug 31, 2008 - Audi drivers Marcel Fässler and Emanuele Pirro achieved their first victory in the LM P1 class of the American Le Mans Series in the city street race in Detroit (U.S. state of Michigan).
Audi Develops Race Version of the R8 INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 27, 2008 - For the first time, Audi Sport will offer a racing sports car specifically developed for customer use in the form of the powerful 500 hp plus GT3 version of the Audi R8 which will be available from autumn 2009. The logistics and factory space required for the AUDI AG customer programme will be created over the next few months in Ingolstadt, Neckarsulm and Györ.
Audi of Rochester Hills Hosts Audi Sport Drivers Luhr and Werner At August 28 Stars & Cars Event Prior to the Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix HERNDON, Va. , Aug 26, 2008 - Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with Audi of Rochester Hills in Rochester Hills, Mich. on Thursday evening, August 28, 2008. Local customers and prospects will be hosted to welcome leading race car drivers Lucas Luhr and Marco Werner and hear about their latest feats.
Audi clinches Championship titles in America INGOLSTADT/MOSPORT , Aug 25, 2008 - Audi have prematurely clinched the LM P1 Manufacturers’ Championship in the American Le Mans Series with their third consecutive 1-2 victory.
New record lap for Audi in Canada INGOLSTADT/MOSPORT , Aug 24, 2008 - Audi driver Dindo Capello has turned the former Canadian Grand Prix circuit at Mosport into the fastest racetrack of the American Le Mans Series.
Audi maintains chance for title in Le Mans Series Ingolstadt/Nürburg , Aug 17, 2008 - Audi youngsters Alexandre Prémat (26) and Mike Rockenfeller (25) again clinched a podium result at the fourth round of the European-based Le Mans Series. With third place at the 1000-kilometre race at the Nürburgring, they maintained their chance in the fight for the title. Dindo Capello and Allan McNish in the second Audi R10 TDI finished in fourth place.
News from the Audi Le Mans Team Ingolstadt/Nürburg , Aug 17, 2008 - The 1000-kilometre race at the Nürburgring was an action-packed event, not only on the race track. In the paddock, there was a lot going on as well.
Mixed double for the Audi R10 TDI 08-15-2008 , Aug 15, 2008 - In the last week in August the Audi R10 TDI competes on two race tracks which could hardly be more different: On 24 August the American Le Mans Series appears at the Canadian circuit Mosport, one of the fastest tracks on the calendar.
Audi Drivers Lead in the ALMS LMP1 Drivers’ Points Race HERNDON, Va. , Aug 13, 2008 - - Luhr and Werner lead LMP1 with 151 points - Audi diesel sports cars dominate at Elkhart Lake’s Road America - Audi 1 – 2 sweep for 2nd consecutive race
Audi TDI Power triumphs again Ingolstadt/Elkhart Lake , Aug 10, 2008 - Audi has clinched the second consecutive 1-2 victory in the American Le Mans Series. At Road America in Wisconsin, the German duo Lucas Luhr and Marco Werner celebrated their sixth victory of the season thus taking a further step towards the title.
Audi R10 TDI races for first time in Germany INGOLSTADT, Germany , Aug 8, 2008 - The Audi R10 TDI has won the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans three times in succession. For the first time the ground breaking diesel sportscar competes in the 1000-kilometre race at the Nürburgring on 17 August in the country where it was designed: Germany.
Audi of America joins local dealer partner Audi North Shore to host Audi sport race car drivers Marco Werner and Lucas Luhr in Milwaukee, Wisc. HERNDON, Va. , Aug 5, 2008 - Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with Audi North Shore in Milwaukee, Wisc. on Wednesday evening, August 6, 2008. Local customers and prospects will be hosted to welcome Audi Sport race car drivers Marco Werner and Lucas Luhr.
Audi of America joins local partner The Audi Exchange to host Le Mans-winning Audi sport race car driver Marco Werner in Highland Park, IL on Tuesday, August 5 HERNDON, Va. , Aug 5, 2008 - Audi of America, Inc. announced today a motorsports gathering in partnership with The Audi Exchange dealership in Highland Park, IL on Tuesday evening, August 5, 2008. Local customers and prospects will be hosted to welcome Le Mans-winning race car driver Marco Werner.
Marcel Fässler drives Audi R10 TDI in America INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jul 29, 2008 - The Swiss racing driver Marcel Fässler (32) gets the chance to contest two races in the American Le Mans Series with the Audi R10 TDI. The former DTM driver starts at Road America (9 August) and Detroit (30 August) for Team Audi Sport North America as team-mate to Emanuele Pirro.
FC Bayern starts to new season with Audi INGOLSTADT, Germany , Jul 29, 2008 - While many things may be new with FC Bayern München, when it comes to its “company cars” the German record champion again relies on equally sporty and comfortable support in the new season: Rupert Stadler, Chairman of the Management Board of AUDI AG, today handed over the keys to the new “company cars” to the players, coaches and management staff in Ingolstadt and wished the team a successful start to the season.