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  • Audi R8 GTR by ABT Sportsline is coming to GenevaThe German tuner house ABT Sportsline has created a new performance and aerodynamic kit for the Audi R8 V10. The kit is dubbed GTR and will be unveiled next month at the Geneva Motor Show. This time the German tuner has focused on the engine performance. ...

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  • 2013 Audi R8 UK Price

    2013 Audi R8 UK PriceWe have a new batch of photos along of details referring to how much will the 2013 Audi R8 cost in the UK. As we've already mentioned the new R8 range comes with a few minor styling changes, which mainly address the front and rear illumination blocks, the front grille and ...

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  • 2013 Audi R8 Facelift

    2013 Audi R8 FaceliftAudi's range topping model, the R8 has received a fresh makeover in order to become even more competitive in the supercar arena. The exterior changes which are mostly about revised headlamps, new LED taillights, a new front bumper and a new front grille are matched by a ...

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  • 1000 HP Jeep Grand Cherokee vs R8, GTR and X6MAn interesting video that started to circulate around the Internet last week presents a 1000 HP Jeep Grand Cherokee participating in a number of drag races against lighter and less powerful cars such as the Audi R8 and the GTR but also against an equally sized machine, ...

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  • Video Teaser: 2013 Audi R8 Facelift

    Video Teaser: 2013 Audi R8 FaceliftAudi has recently published a video in which it reminds us that in 2012 their R8 model will turn 5 years old. The German automaker has also used the footage as a method of teasing the 2013 Audi R8 facelift, which as the clip shows, will come with redesigned bumpers as well ...

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  • Audi R8 Spyder V8 vs Porsche Boxster Spyder: Which is Faster?This is not one of those times when we tell you that you need to follow the jump and hit play in order to find out which car crossed the finish line first. We will get straight to the point and tell you that in comparison test created by EVO involving the Audi R8 Spyder ...

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  • 2014 Audi R8 Info

    2014 Audi R8 InfoInformation regarding the second generation Audi R8 has started to surface online through the Brits at Autocar. The Stuttgart based brand is planing to launch its range topping model during the third quarter of 2014, with the range continuing to comprise from two engine ...

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  • 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder Price for US

    2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder Price for USUS pricing for the limited edition 2012 Audi R8 GT Spider has been announced. This hand-built version limited to 333 exemplars world-wide, and to 55 units in the US will carry a price tag of 210,000 USD, a figure which does not include the 1,200 USD in handling fees and ...

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  • Audi R8 GRAND-AM Daytona Testing Complete

    Audi R8 GRAND-AM Daytona Testing CompleteThe Germans from Audi will compete in the 2012 Daytona 24 Hours, but before actually throwing the R8 GRAND-AM into the race, it was only natural for them to test and fine-tune the car first. And what better place to do that other than the actual track on which the race ...

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  • Mansory Audi R8 V10 Spyder

    Mansory Audi R8 V10 SpyderThe Swiss from Mansory have informed us about their latest list of enhancements and mechanical upgrades which were this time applied to the Audi R8 V10. We've seen quite a few tuning programs involving the R8, but when it comes from Mansory you known its going to be extra ...

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  • BB Audi R8 V10

    BB Audi R8 V10We've seen quite a few tuning programs for the Audi R8 V10, but offering customers plenty of choices is what the aftermarket industry is all about right? That is why B&B Automobiletechnik, a tuner that specializes in enhancing Audi and VW models, have developed a power ...

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  • 2011 IAA: New Audi R8 eTron

    2011 IAA: New Audi R8 eTronApart from unveiling the Urban Concepts, Audi has also released a few photos with the new version R8 eTron. This updated prototype will be showcased in Frankfurt starting this week, and we expected it to be a pre-production variant of the upcoming 2013 model. This electric ...

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  • Wheelsandmore Audi R8 GT

    Wheelsandmore Audi R8 GTThe Germans from Wheelsandmore have made the fastest production model from Audi, the R8 GT, even faster. As you probably know the standard version which has been limited to 333 exemplars, benefits from a more powerful V10 engine producing 560 HP and a weight saving program ...

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  • Video: Audi R8 GT Review

    Video: Audi R8 GT ReviewOne of the 33 exemplars 2012 Audi R8 GT sold in the UK has been reviewed by the crew from Autocar. This limited edition model, which has already been sold out, carries a price tag of 145,000 GBP and apart from producing 35 additional horses, the car comes with a sportier ...

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  • Audi R8 Facelift Info

    Audi R8 Facelift InfoRecent reports circulating across the Internet mention Audi working on the facelift version R8. Ingolstadt's range topping model will make use of the same V8 and V10 engines, but with power levels going as high as 570 HP. The Audi R8 facelift version is expected to become ...

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New Vehicles

Nissan GT-R Gentleman Edition introduced in France
The GT-R began its 5th year of sales. It is more than ever a benchmark among supercars. With more than 500 copies sold in France, it is also at the level ...

Concept Cars

Aston Martin CC100 Speedster - The Centenary Concept
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Custom Cars

Hennessey VelociRaptor SUV introduced at 149.500 US dollars
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Green Autos

Ford Fusion Energi earns top safety pick from NHTSA
The 2013 Ford Fusion Energi has earned the highest possible “five-star” Overall Vehicle Scorefrom the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ...

Future Cars

Ferrari CEO Amedeo Felisa promises more investment in research and development
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Market News

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Gadgets

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Various News

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Videos

3xVideo: This is the 2013 Gumball 3000 lineup of cars
The 2013 Gumball 3000 rally has officially started this Saturday. This year, the start line has got together a lot of expensive cars. ...

Motorsports

Dodge SRT Viper returns to this year 24 Hours Le Mans Race
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