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2011 Audi A7 with 345ps by Pogea Racing

Thursday, February 17th, 2011

POGEA RACING has for years been one of the most famous addresses in the tuning and upgrading industry. In many projects Eduard Pogea as well as his team have proven their creativity and technical skills. It is the passion of the sport orientated clientele which continually propels the peak performance of the company. The newest stroke of genius is yet again worthy of a drum roll, an innovation that the rest of the market has difficulty to match. After all POGEA RACING is the first company worldwide to draw more power out of the Audi A7 3.0 TDI and the 3.0 TFSI.

The name says it all at POGEA retro-fitting.

The tuned Audi A7 “SEVEN SINS” is without a doubt worthy of all its sins. The impressive motor tuning carried out here is evidence enough. The finesse applied in the implementation of the concept alone underlines the high quality standards of the company. Different to many businesses the tuning smithy from Lake Constance does not place emphasis on an additional control unit for the luxurious sportback. The series control unit of the 3.0 TDI and the 3.0 TFSI has been newly programmed by experts. All parameters have been accordingly adapted and the safeguarding functions of the control unit remain activated. Even the diagnostic capabilities of the motor electronics have been maintained following the targeted modifications.

Specially tuned for every taste and budget
With two performance kits for the turbo diesel with its three liter capacity and a performance setting for the likewise three liter large supercharged petrol engine; POGEA RACING offers customers various alternatives at more than reasonable prices. The software customizations are offered at a price of 1799 Euros and offer the customer real added value. The first variation is intended for the A7 3.0 TDI in the multitronic version. The POGEA technicians have improved the value of the aggregate increasing performance from 204 to an impressive PS of 251. The torque increases from 400 to 468 Nm.
As a result the power packet has better acceleration and the driver feels the impressive torque in every situation. The second performance setting appeals to owners of the A7 in the S-Tronic model. The diesel engine undergoes an increase in strength from 245 to 289 PS and after proficient intervention the torque soars from 500 to 555 Nm. Exactly as with the first performance variation, the motor responds better and offers the driver incredible power potential at any time. In this way the sporty self-igniting engine can impress on the motorway even when compared to established sports cars. No less awe-inspiring is the power treatment for the supercharged petrol engine. Here again the company POGEA RACING lets its genius shine. Software customization brings a performance increase from 300 to 345 PS. The torque obtains what is a substantial push for a petrol engine, it climbs from 440 to 495 Nm. Optional to upgrade for the speedy diesel and petrol engines there is also the choice of a sports filter and a stainless

steel exhaust system with a sporty sonorous sound. All performance enhancements always include suspension of factory set speed restrictions (V-Max). Optionally all tuning can be recorded at an extra charge on the performance test-bench.

Optics and handling also get a mention
The A7 sportback SEVEN SINS appears to be in perfect shape but only in combination with the “STROKE” metal alloy wheel rims from MÖZ. POGEA RACING is the exclusive importer in Germany for this brand. The 9×20 inch model with its shiny black and chromed rims, again underlines the both stylish and sporty look of the Audi A7.

Along with the optical aspect, the wheels also fulfill functional tasks as they have a positive influence on handling. The forging technology used in production is responsible for this. This means that the multi-part STROKE is particularly light and robust – the unsprung mass is reduced, which is particularly noticeable above all when accelerating and braking. MÖZ STROKE is delivered outright with Continental Sport Contact 3 in the dimensions 265/30 20.

A further advantage in handling is achieved with the lowering of the vehicle’s center of gravity. POGEA RACING achieves this at different levels with the coil-over suspension Street Comfort from KW for the Audi A7. This boosts the driving dynamics of the sportback. The vehicle maintains directional stability around bends even at high speeds. The braking system from Brembo with perforated steel discs and special brake pads ensures maximum braking performance.

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2011 Audi A1 1.4 TFSI MSRP

Friday, January 21st, 2011

Latest version of new Audi premium subcompact delivers highest output to date thanks to combined turbocharging and supercharging

* New A1 1.4 TFSI 185PS now available to order priced from £20,705 OTR
* 1.4-litre direct injection petrol engine combines a supercharger that is active from 1,500rpm with a turbocharger that adds its influence from around 3,500rpm
* 185PS, 250Nm, 0-62mph in 6.9 seconds, top speed 141mph, combined mpg 47.9, CO2 139g/km
* S tronic twin-clutch transmission and S line specification as standard

Turbocharging and supercharging share top billing in the new Audi A1 1.4 TFSI S line 185PS, which is available to order in the UK from this week priced from £20,705 OTR. The new top-performing A1 derives its impressive performance from a potent combination of the two forced induction methods working sequentially, but nevertheless manages to maintain frugal 47.9mpg economy potential giving CO2 output of just 139g/km.

The compact and lightweight four-valve-per-cylinder ‘dual-charged’ engine powers the A1 1.4 TFSI 185PS from rest to 62mph in just 6.9 seconds, and on to a 141mph top speed. Under power, the supercharger is the first to exert its influence, intervening at around 1,500rpm to increase thrust. In most cases it then disengages at around 2,400rpm, to be followed from around 3,500rpm by a boost from the turbocharger to hasten progress yet again.

As the supercharger takes care of low-range boost, it has been possible to use a larger turbocharger designed with optimum efficiency in mind, and this is reflected in the impressively strong combined cycle fuel economy and low emissions.

The S tronic seven-speed twin-clutch transmission directs power to the front wheels as standard, and with its ability to perform gear shifts in just a few hundredths of a second perfectly suits the newcomer’s temperament. Its tall seventh gear also reduces fuel consumption.

ESP with limited slip differential
McPherson strut front and torsion-beam rear suspension with separate springs and dampers and taut S line settings forms the basis for agile handling, giving keen turn in and impressive mid-corner stability and grip. Control under pressure is also safeguarded by the latest ESP stabilization program with electronic axle differential lock, which initiates very brief braking of the inside front wheel when its sensors detect an impending loss of traction during fast cornering.

The performance-oriented S line suspension forms part of the overall S line specification that is standard for the 1.4 TFSI 185PS, and includes features such as an exclusive S line exterior treatment, 17-inch alloy wheels and part leather-upholstered sports seats. This is in addition to the Sport equipment level which already includes remote central locking, air conditioning, electric front windows and mirrors, Bluetooth mobile phone preparation, Driver’s Information System and a six-speaker single CD audio system with auxiliary iPod connection linked to a 6.5-inch retractable display.

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One for the road – A dual-charged petrol engine delivering 185PS is at the heart of the new A1 performance flagship, the 1.4 TFSI 185PS S line, which is now available to order in the UK priced from £20,705 OTR.

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2011 Audi R18 Official Revealed

Monday, December 13th, 2010

Audi extends motorsport commitment

New Audi R18 for the 2011 Le Mans 24 Hours
Dual project in the DTM
Endurance races with the Audi R8 LMS

Audi aims to continue its string of victories at the Le Mans 24 Hours with a completely new LMP1 sports car development. Since its debut in 1999, the brand with the Four Rings has won the world’s most important endurance race as many as nine times with the R8, R10 TDI and R15 TDI models. In doing so, Audi has equaled this feat in the race’s roll of honor with Ferrari. With the new R18, which was presented at the Audi Sportpark in Ingolstadt on the evening of Friday, December 10, 2010, Audi is aiming for its tenth Le Mans success in 2011.

For the first time since 1999, Audi will contest Le Mans with a closed coupe again. “In the future, aerodynamic efficiency will be even more important at Le Mans than it was in the past,” says Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich. “A closed car has clear advantages in this respect. Our computer simulations have been confirmed in the wind tunnel and during initial track tests.”

Significantly smaller engines than those used before will be prescribed at Le Mans in 2011 as the rule makers aim to achieve a substantial reduction of engine power. By opting for a 3.7-liter V6 TDI unit, Audi retains the diesel concept that saw its first victorious fielding in 2006. “From our point of view, the TDI continues to be the most efficient technology,” says Ulrich Baretzky, Head of Engine Development at Audi Sport. “There are good reasons why the share of TDI units among Audi’s production models is as high as it is.”
Through the innovative V6 TDI engine for the Le Mans 24 Hours, motorsport is yet again performing pioneering work for the production arm at Audi where there is a growing trend towards smaller, more economical but yet powerful engines.

Another new development is the six-speed transmission in the R18 which has been specifically modified for use with the smaller engine.

Numerous detailed solutions

With regard to the chassis Audi Sport wants to live up to its promise, expressed in the brand’s “Vorsprung durch Technik” tagline. Unlike those of the closed Le Mans prototypes, the carbon fiber monocoque of the R18 does not consist of two halves but features a single-component design. This saves weight and increases stiffness.

For the development of the closed R18, engineers at Audi Sport were able to draw on the experiences gained in 1999 with the R8C and in 2003 with the LMP1 of the corporate “sister brand” Bentley that was victorious at Le Mans. “Also the Audi A4 DTM, which for example, features a heated windshield, allowed us to shorten the development cycle with respect to the ventilation of the cockpit, the doors and the heating of the windshield,” explains Dr. Martin Mühlmeier, Head of Engineering at Audi Sport.

The chassis and aerodynamics package contains a lot of know-how from the R8, the R10 TDI and the R15 TDI whereas the fitting of identically sized front and rear wheels is new to an Audi Le Mans sports car. This configuration allows a more balanced weight distribution.

The R18′s headlights, which are the first to completely consist of LEDs with optimized amount of light, are a technical highlight. The new generation of headlights was developed in close cooperation between Audi Sport and the Technical Development (TE) division of AUDI AG and by using at Le Mans, will be prepared for future use in production vehicles. Audi’s light designers had the chance to make their mark on the development as well: The LEDs of the daytime light form the shape of a “1″ which is intended to inspire associations with Audi’s historic brand logo.

The Audi R18 has been designed for progressive electrification, which Audi Sport is planning to drive forward step by step. “But efficiency is always the crucial factor for us,” says Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich. “No matter which form of energy recovery we may choose the key aspect for Audi – in motorsport as well as on the production side of the house – is that it provides a true advantage.”

The development of the new Audi R18 started in mid 2009. The V6 TDI engine has been running on the dynamometers since the summer of 2010. The R18, with Allan McNish at the wheel, completed its first test on a racetrack at the end of November.

The racing debut of the Audi R18 is planned for the Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium) 6 Hours on May 8. Prior to the event, the new prototype will be able to do its first laps on the race track at Le Mans during the official test day on April 24 and gather important data for the race on June 11 and 12.

Audi is planning to field three Audi R18 cars at Le Mans, which will be entered by Audi Sport Team Joest, the most successful Le Mans team of all time. In addition, Audi Sport Team Joest will contest the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup (ILMC), consisting of a total of seven endurance races on three continents (including the Le Mans 24 Hours) with two cars. At the opening race at Sebring on March 19, the team will use two “R15 plus plus” cars. “Sending the R18 into a race at such an early point in time would be difficult in terms of logistics and interfere with our development program,” explains Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich.

Dual project in the DTM

In parallel to the commitment with the R18 in the sports prototype class, Audi aims to bring the DTM title back to Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm. As the DTM technology freeze continues in 2011 the main focus for the engineers at Audi Sport during the winter will be placed on development work with the DTM’s new exclusive tire partner. “In 2010 the tires were a really crucial topic which caused us to fall a little behind our competitor,” says Dr. Martin Mühlmeier. “This mustn’t happen again.”

As before, Audi Sport is again planning to field a total of nine vehicles entered by the proven Audi Sport teams Abt Sportsline, Phoenix and Rosberg. The driver line-up will only be decided in January of next year.

But not only the twelve DTM events (including one show race at the Olympic Stadium in Munich) have to be tackled in 2011. In addition, Audi Sport is working on the successor model of the current Audi A4 DTM, internally designated as the “R17,” for the new Technical Regulations that will come into effect in 2012. The first tests are planned for next summer.

Customer sport to be expanded and restructured

AUDI AG’s customer sport program that was launched in 2009 will be expanded and restructured. The responsibility for the further development of the Audi R8 LMS, sales of the vehicles and technical support for the worldwide customer and importers teams has been delegated to quattro GmbH.

Whereas the main focus was previously on Europe, the Asian market will be served as well in 2011.

The participation in the 24 Hour races at the Nürburgring (June 25/26) and at Spa-Francorchamps (July 30/31) spearheads the customer sport commitment with the Audi R8 LMS. Audi will also support entries at other endurance races such as the 12 Hours at Bathurst (Australia) as part of its customer sport commitment.

In addition, Audi is planning a modular customer sport concept that will include an endurance version of the TT RS and a GT4 version of the Audi TT. The TT RS has already successfully completed first runs on the Nürburgring-Nordschleife and will continue to be developed during the winter. A concept of the TT GT4 was presented at the DTM race meeting in Shanghai. Delivery of the first customer vehicles is planned for 2012.

Audi Motorsport Events in 2011

Audi R15 TDI

Mar 19 Sebring 12 Hours (USA)

Audi R18

Apr 24 Test day, Le Mans (F)
May 08 Spa-Francorchamps (B) 6 Hours
Jun 11/12 Le Mans (F) 24 Hours
Jul 03 Imola (I) 6 Hours
Sep 11 Silverstone (GB) 6 Hours
Oct 01 Petit Le Mans, Road Atlanta (USA)
Nov 12 China (CN) 6 Hours

Audi A4 DTM

May 01 Hockenheim (D)
May 15 Zandvoort (NL)
Jun 05 Spielberg (A)
Jun 19 EuroSpeedway Lausitz (D)
Jul 03 Norisring (D)
Jul 17 Show event Munich (D)
Aug 07 Nürburgring (D)
Sep 04 Brands Hatch (GB)
Sep 18 Oschersleben (D)
Oct 02 Valencia (E)
Oct 23 Hockenheim (D)
Nov 06 Shanghai (CN)

Audi R8 LMS

Jun 25/26 Nürburgring (D) 24 Hours
Jul 30/31 Spa-Francorchamps (B) 24 Hours

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