Video: Leopard Hangs Out of Audi TT Window

There's not much to say here, aside from this video being shot in what seems to be Russia (where else would you see something like this).

Seriously though, what's cooler than driving your Audi TT with your pet Leopard hanging out of the window?

Source: YouTube via Jalopnik

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Building APR's Koni Challenge Audi S4

In my opinion, there are few things cooler than watching a race car being built, specifically when that race car carries the four-rings emblem. Here are a few shots that APR's Keith Lucas posted to Fourtitude showing their Audi S4 Koni Challenge race car being built.




Source: Fourtitude

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Celebrity Audi Drivers: Katy Perry Drives an Audi A5

Looks like we have another celebrity to add to our list of Celebrity Audi Drivers. Seen here, Katy Perry is swarmed by Paparazzi driving her Audi A5 with beau, Russell Brand in the passenger seat.

Source: Celebrity Cars Blog

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Video: Inside Line Pits Audi S4 vs. BMW 335i

Edmund's Inside Line took the opportunity to run the Audi S4 vs. the BMW 335i in a comparison challenge. Considering the S4 is a performance version of the A4, it probably would have been a better test if they compared the S4 and M3. However, a comparatively priced M3 would probably cost about $10k more than the S4. As far as we're concerned, in the Audi vs. BMW match up, it's Audi for the win every time (shocker, I know).

Source: Inside Line

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An Inside Look at Audi Headquaters' Underground Garage

Ever wonder what the executives at Audi are driving? George at Fourtitude was lucky enough to take a trip to Ingolstadt in September. While there, he snapped some awesome pics of the many unique Audis parked at the company's underground employee parking garage.

Head over to Fourtitude to check out the full gallery!

Source: Fourtitude

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Audi A1 - More Details Emerge

As the A1 will be the latest addition to the Audi model range, various rumors and speculation have been swirling as to what to expect from Audi's new Mini fighter. So far, nothing is set in stone, but the folks at Car Magazine have some fairly official details, straight from the horses mouth.

According to Car, they've spoken to Audi brass, and here's what they've learned to expect from the A1 lineup. First off, expect the A1 to set squarely against BMW's Mini brand and to be priced accordingly ( £11,000, no word on US pricing). However, unlike the Mini, there should be at least four incarnations of the A1.

Expect "a three-door A1 hatchback (based on the 2007 Metroproject concept shown below in red), a five-door A1 Sportback (the eponymous 2008 concept), an A1 Convertible and an A1-based SUV to battle Mini’s forthcoming Crossover."

For the full article, head over to Car Magazine.




Source: Car Magazine

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Report: Audi to Cancel RS4 Sedan, S4 and A4 Cabriolets

There's been much speculation regarding the fates of some of Audi's most beloved performance models. Considering there is no "official" release from Audi, we've put together what we feel is the most accurate consolidation of the current rumors regarding the future of the Audi RS4, A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet.

News first broke from 4WheelsNews, where according the their "source from Ingolstadt," "Audi killed the plans for a RS4 successor due to poor sales." In addition to the RS4, 4WheelsNews also reported that the A4 and S4 Cabriolets will also hit the chopping block. Noting their speculation that Audi was cancelling these models because the company "wants to focus on hybrids and environmentally friendly vehicles."

Following that, Quattroworld posted a carbon copy of the 4WheelsNews article and commented that they were not at all surprised by this action by Audi, but do expect to see the RS4 resurrected at a later date.

So this led us to wonder if these rumors and speculation were in fact true. Seriously, anyone can say they have a "source from Ingolstadt." For all we know it could be a friend who happens to live in the German town. So we thank George at Fourtitude for sorting things out. As far as we're concerned, Fourtitude may be the most reliable Audi source next to the manufacturer themselves.

Bottom line, according to Fourtitude, the RS4 Sedan will be cancelled due lack of demand. However, the RS4 will live on in Avant form, most likely in Europe only (just like the B5 RS4). As for the A4, S4 and RS4 Cabriolets, they will indeed be canceled and replaced by the A5, S5 and RS5 variants.

We hope that clears up some of the confusion. Remember, even though we trust the reports of Fourtitude, until Audi officially comments, it's all part of the rumor mill.

Source: 4WheelsNews, Quattroworld and Fourtitude

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Audi E-Tron gets the "Go Ahead" for Production

AutoWeek is reporting that according to Audi of America President, Johan de Nysschen, an Audi electric sports car based upon the E-Tron will debut within the next 2 to 3 years.

In de Nysschen's own words, concerning a new electric Audi sports car; "I expect we will see running examples in the next 24 months." Also, Audi plans to enter the hybrid market with the introduction of the Q5 Crossover set to debut in 2011.

Source: AutoWeek

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Over 10k 2006-2010 Audi TT and A3 Models Recalled

According to the NHTSA, over 10,000 Audi TT and A3 models, ranging from model years 2006 to 2010 are being recalled due to a potential fuel leak. Look below for the full release to see what models are specifically effected.

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s):

AUDI / A3 2006-2010

AUDI / TT 2008-2010

AUDI / TT ROADSTER 2008-2010

Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC Mfr's Report Date: SEP 30, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V377000

NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Potential Number of Units Affected: 10200

Summary:

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 AUDI A3, TT, AND TT ROADSTER PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 29, 2005 AND AUGUST 26, 2009. THE CLOSING FORCE OF AN INTERNAL SPRING OF THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE IS NOT ADEQUATE ENOUGH TO HOLD THE VALVE CLOSED UNDER EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS POSSIBLY ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.

Consequence:

IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy:

VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AUDI DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE WITH AN IMPROVED VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-253-2834.

Notes:

VOLKSWAGEN'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 20Q3/J3. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

Source: NHTSA

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