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05/29/20

Technology

Markus Duesmann launches “Artemis” project

Two months after taking office as the new CEO at Audi, Markus Duesmann is setting up a unit for the accelerated development of additional automobile models. The head of the “Artemis” high-tech project will be Alex Hitzinger, a successful motorsport chief engineer and currently in charge of autonomous driving in the Group. He will work with a team of automotive and technology experts to – as a first step – “develop a pioneering model for Audi quickly and unbureaucratically,” says Duesmann. Resources and technologies of the entire Volkswagen Group are potentially available for this. Duesmann and his Volkswagen Group colleagues also expect the “Artemis” project to provide a blueprint for the future agile development of cars throughout the Volkswagen Group.

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05/28/20

Company

Capgemini and Audi launch new Joint Venture: XL2

Capgemini and Audi today announced the launch of their joint venture - XL2. Following regulatory approvals, the company was founded at the end of April. It will provide digital technology and consulting services, namely in the fields of SAP S/4HANA® and cloud services primarily for Audi and the entire Volkswagen Group. XL2 combines an agile start-up culture reinforced by two global industry-leaders. The company's goal is to expand its project business gradually and achieve a powerful workforce within the next five years.

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05/27/20

Company

Audi further expands its e-commerce offerings together with retail partners worldwide

Against the backdrop of the coronavirus crisis, Audi is intensifying its focus on digital solutions for its customers. The company and its dealerships are integrating e-commerce solutions for purchasing new and used cars in more and more markets. France is the pilot market for a new online reservation tool, and online sales of new cars from dealer stock have been launched in Germany. But virtual consulting and service offers are also continuing to gain importance.

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05/22/20

Company

Making of RS: How Audi Sport GmbH shapes the character of its RS models

The RS models from Audi Sport GmbH are the dynamic spearheads of their respective product lines. They have a strong character that consists of distinct design differentiation, full everyday usability, effortless top performance, and a thrilling driving experience. This results from a relentless focus on minute details by the designers and development and test engineers, and it is perfected over numerous test drives around the world. There is a behind-the-scenes look at development work.

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05/22/20

Company

Audi launches Mission:Zero environmental program: natural habitats at Audi locations

The United Nations has declared this decade the UN Decade of Biodiversity to raise awareness of the global extinction of species and to promote measures to halt it. Audi is contributing to this effort and is implementing biodiversity projects at all sites. As a member of the Biodiversity in Good Company initiative, the company is committed to preserving biological diversity and has consolidated all activities that contribute to this effort in its Mission:Zero environmental program.

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05/11/20

Company

Markus Söder Visits Audi: Bavaria’s Minister President Impressed with Protective Measures

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05/06/20

Company

Tour the design laboratory of Audi online with “Insight Audi Design”

Use your smartphone, tablet or PC to explore design processes at Audi with the new “Insight Audi Design” live stream. The interactive discovery tour has now been added to the online tours at www.audi.stream.

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04/30/20

Company

Audi extends new car warranty and extended warranty as a goodwill gesture

Audi is offering its customers an extension of new car and extended warranties. This measure is being introduced short-term in many markets around the world as many customers have been, or still are, unable to visit an Audi dealership and report their warranty claims due to the ongoing Corona crisis.

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04/30/20

Company

Corona pandemic: AUDI AG takes stock after difficult first quarter

Against the backdrop of the ongoing corona pandemic, Audi is taking stock after a difficult first quarter of 2020. Due to lockdowns and closed dealerships worldwide, deliveries of Audi-brand cars fell by 21.1 percent in the first three months of this year. The Audi Group’s revenue amounted to €12,454 million and its operating return on sales was 0.1 percent. Despite the difficult economic conditions, a net cash flow of approximately €1 billion was achieved. In view of the financial impact of the corona pandemic, Audi had taken early countermeasures to safeguard its liquidity. Furthermore, the cash flow was boosted by the sale within the VW Group of AEV GmbH. In order to protect its employees and in response to demand and supply-chain-factors, production was temporarily suspended worldwide and short-time working was introduced at the plants in Germany. Production in China is already largely back to normal. The Audi plants in Europe have been gradually ramping up production according to a fixed plan since the end of April. The Audi Group expects the corona pandemic to have a significant impact on the global economy and car markets over the full year, and currently assumes that deliveries of the Audi core brand, revenue and operating profit will be well below the prior-year levels.

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04/29/20

Company

Restart of production at Audi in Ingolstadt

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04/27/20

Models

Audi full-size station wagon now as a plug-in hybrid: the new A6 Avant TFSI e quattro

Beautiful station wagons are called Avant – and are now also electrically driven and have zero local emissions. Following the A6 Sedan, the Audi full-size station wagon is now entering the market as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The intelligent drive management with a predictive operating strategy enables the new Audi A6 Avant 55 TFSI e quattro** to achieve a high electric range, low fuel consumption and dynamic performance. The Audi A6 Avant PHEV has a comprehensive range of standard equipment on board, including the S line exterior package, Audi virtual cockpit, Matrix LED headlights as well as sport suspension and sport seats.

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04/22/20

Technology

Charging capacity vs. charging speed: What constitutes high charging performance

With its e-tron** and e-tron Sportback** models, Audi is making electric mobility a reality for long-distance driving – thanks in part to a charging curve that is unique in the competitive environment. Drivers of a fully electric Audi model thus benefit from high charging speeds because the charging capacity of up to 150 kW is available for a large portion of the charging procedure. This enables sophisticated thermal management of the lithium-ion battery. In order to assess the everyday usability of an electric car, customers should take not just the nominal maximum charging capacity but also the charging speed into account.

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05/25/20

Company

Making of RS: How Audi Sport GmbH shapes the character of its RS models

04/08/20

Models

The Audi RS 5 Coupé and the Audi RS 5 Sportback

Even sharper, even more spectacular, and with a new operating concept: Audi has revised the RS 5 Coupé (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 9.1 (25.8 US mpg); combined CO₂ emissions in g/km: 208 (334.7 g/mi) and the RS 5 Sportback (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 9.2 (25.6 US mpg); combined CO₂ emissions in g/km: 209 (336.4 g/mi). The exterior design is becoming even more dynamic with new details. Both models rely on a new MMI touch screen for operation and the customer gets the power of 331 kW (450 PS) of output and 600 Nm (442.5 lb-ft) of torque for driving. Information on fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions as well as efficiency classes in ranges depending on the tires and alloy wheel rims used.

03/19/20

Company

Annual Financial Statements 2019

The AUDI AG will present the key figures on March 19, 2020 for the year 2019 and will provide an outlook for the year 2019.

03/03/20

Models

Audi A3 Sportback

The Audi A3 established the premium compact class in 1996. The brand with the four rings is now presenting the fourth generation of its successful model. From its cockpit to its light signature and infotainment, the new Audi A3 Sportback is digitalized. With its progressive steering, adaptive suspension, and powerful engines, the compact five-door car demonstrates that it not only looks sporty but also is dynamic on the road. With support from innovative assist systems, electrified drives ensure a high level of efficiency.

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05/25/20

Modelle

Making of RS – the documentary

From design to production on to the quality assurance: all of the steps that build an Audi RS are characterized by perfection.

05/19/20

Modelle

#LiveOnDrive - The highlights of the RS 5 livestream in Neuburg

Race driver Daniel Abt and YouTuber Misha Charoudin put the Audi RS 5 through its paces during the Interacitve Test Drive on the test track in Neuburg. Fans were able to ask their questions via YouTube and Facebook and the two petrol heads answered them live and directly. Rolf Michl, Director Sales & Marketing Audi Sport GmbH, gave additional insider knowledge.

04/21/20

Modelle

Elegant – Efficient – Evolutionary: The new Audi A3 Sedan

The second generation of an Audi success story is here – the A3 Sedan. The compact four-door model is digitally and fully connected – from the infotainment through to the assist systems. Beneath the elegant body, new drives and refined suspension tuning ensure a driving experience that is as efficient as it is dynamic.

03/03/20

Technik

40 years of Audi quattro

quattro is an essence of Audi's DNA. The all-wheel drive has already written 40 years of history. Now it goes one step further: the quattro drive becomes electric. Relive the greatest moments of 40 years of quattro through the eyes of Mattias Ekström and Stig Blomqvist.

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05/29/20

RS 5 Live on Drive Event | Behind the scenes | What’s up, Audi? #31

Today on #WhatsupAudi you’ll get a view behind the scenes of the RS 5 Live on Drive Event and we’ll take part in the “Insight Audi Design” Tour of Audi’s design laboratory! #AudiTogether Audi RS 5: Check out the RS 5 #LiveOnDrive livestream here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iSLBcIefIw The RS models from Audi Sport GmbH are the dynamic spearheads of their respective product lines. They have a strong character that consists of distinct design differentiation, full everyday usability, effortless top performance, and thrilling driving experience. This results from a relentless focus on minute details by the designers and developers and test engineers, and it is perfected over numerous test drives around the world. Insight Audi Design: https://www.audi.stream/ Experienced tour guides present the "Insight Audi Design” live stream from a studio and explain the Audi design philosophy. Using video sequences, they explain how the designers work and show how the team is developing the design language of the future. The guides answer questions in dialogue and construct the roughly 20-minute live stream according to the wishes and interests of the participants. Interested parties can choose a suitable date for “Insight Audi Design” online. The interactive guided tours on AudiStream are free of charge. About the Audi Youtube Channel: This is the home of “Vorsprung”! On this channel, you’ll find first-hand information on us as a company, innovations, and coverage of exciting model releases. Be prepared for fascinating formats and the reporting of important events. Subscribe for thrilling insights, diverse opinions and new perspectives on the brand with Four Rings and become a member of a worldwide community of automotive aficionados. Stay tuned for news from the Audi Universe: Audi.com: https://www.audi.com/en.html Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Audi.AG/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudiOfficial Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/audi-ag/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audiofficial/ Audi MediaCenter: https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en Imprint: https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/imprint-3697 Audi collection shop: https://shops.audi.com/en_GB/web/collection #Audi #AudiRS5 --------------------- Fuel consumption Audi RS5 Coupé: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 9.1; Combined CO₂ emissions in g/km: 208; Information on fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions as well as efficiency classes in ranges depending on the tires and alloy wheel rims used. Fuel consumption Audi RS 5 Sportback: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 9.2; Combined CO₂ emissions in g/km: 209; Information on fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions as well as efficiency classes in ranges depending on the tires and alloy wheel rims used.

05/25/20

Making of RS | Documentary of the Audi RS models

The #RS models represent performance, prestige, exceptional design and exclusivity. #AudiSport perfects its high-performance models thanks to intensive detailed work in design, production and test drives around the world. Get a behind the scences look about the development work in this #documentary. Stay tuned for news from the Audi Universe: Audi.com: https://www.audi.com/en.html Audi MediaCenter: https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en" Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Audi.AG/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudiOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/audi-ag/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audiofficial/ Audi RS Q8: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 12.1; Combined CO₂ emissions in g/km: 277 – 276; Audi RS 5 Sportback: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 9.2; Combined CO₂ emissions in g/km: 209 Audi RS 6 Avant: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 9.2; Combined CO₂ emissions in g/km: 209 Audi RS 7 Sportback: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 11.6 – 11.4; Combined CO₂ emissions in g/km: 265 – 261 Information on fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions as well as efficiency classes in ranges depending on the tires and alloy wheel rims used. // www.audi.com/en/DAT.html

05/19/20

The Audi A3 Sportback| Sporty and progressive design highlights

Immo Redeker – designer at AUDI AG – provides an overview over the innovative features of the #Audi #A3 Sportback. Its sporty and progressive exterior is reflected in the sophisticated #design of the vehicle’s interior. Explore the distinctive design of the success model at full-length. Stay tuned for news from the Audi Universe: Audi.com: https://www.audi.com/en.html Audi MediaCenter: https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en" Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Audi.AG/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AudiOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/audi-ag/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audiofficial/ Fuel consumption Audi A3 Sportback: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 5.1-3.5; Combined CO₂ emissions in g/km: 116-92; Information on fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions as well as efficiency classes in ranges depending on the tires and alloy wheel rims used. // www.audi.com/en/DAT.html

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