Audi partners with Dolby to launch immersive Atmos audio in key models On June 24, Dolby Laboratories announced its partnership with Audi to bring Dolby Atmos to select vehicles, enhancing in-car audio to deliver a more immersive experience. The first models with this feature will be available starting July 2025. Audi models include the Q7, Q8, A8, and e-tron GT. The Bang & Olufsen Premium 3D Sound System has been specially tuned to support Dolby...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

BYD to open Denza dealership in Mexico in September 2025 On June 6, it was reported that BYD will open the first Denza dealership in Latin America in Monterrey, Mexico. Denza operations are set to begin in September 2025. Originally a joint venture with Mercedes-Benz and now part of BYD’s premium lineup, aims to compete with luxury brands like Audi, Lexus, and BMW by offering high-end design and sustainable technology. The launch will include t...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

Audi expands Gran Turismo lineup with new e-tron GT Quattro On May 13, Audi unveiled the new generation of e-tron GT quattro, offering a more accessible entry into the premium electric segment. The new base model joins the S e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT, and RS e-tron GT performance. The e-tron GT quattro is built at Audi’s Böllinger Höfe plant in Neckarsulm. It delivers the output of 370 kW of power (430 kW with Launch Control) and has a 105...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

ontinuing to consistently pursue its ‘In China, for China’ strategy and is shifting into ‘delivery mode’ at Auto Shanghai 2025 The company revealed it is presenting ten new models including five world premieres of the ID. ERA, ID. EVO and ID. AURA concept vehicles from Volkswagen brand, the Audi A6L e-tron and the first series model of the new AUDI brand, the AUDI E5 Sportback.  At the Group Night, it introduced its AI-driven, highly aut...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

Audi, Electrify America expand charging agreement to include new Q6 e-tron On March 20, Audi of America and Electrify America announced the expansion of their EV charging agreement to include the all-new 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron, which is expected to arrive this summer and will receive one year of complimentary charging as well as the Plug&Charge capabilities on the largest open coast-to-coast DC Hyper-Fast charging network. To activate the charging b...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25

Bridgestone supplies POTENZA SPORT A tire for Audi e-tron GT Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) announced that its Potenza Sport A tire has been selected as original equipment (OE) for the Audi e-tron GT. The tire sizes adopted are the 265/35 R21 101XL Y for the front and the 305/30 R21 104XL Y for the rear. This tire is made from 35% renewable and 20% recycled materials. Also, it is developed with the company’s ENLITEN Technology, enabling ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/25

Audi unveils new high-powered electric coupé RS e-tron GT performance On September 17, Audi unveiled its first fully electric RS performance model, the RS e-tron GT Performance which is a high-performance sporty four-door coupé. The car is built at Audi’s Neckarsulm site with new technologies and hand-finished precision, showcasing Audi's attention to detail. Around 500 workers at the Böllinger Höfe plant received special training for the e...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/17

Bridgestone’s new Potenza Sport A tires selected as OE for Audi’s new e-tron GT Bridgestone EMEA announced that its new Potenza Sport A tires have been chosen as original equipment (OE) for Audi’s new e-tron GT. The new Potenza Sport A is Bridgestone’s first mass-produced tire to source 55% recycled and renewable materials in its production, following certification from International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS. It...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/04

Audi unveils latest generation of e-tron GT models On June 18, Audi unveiled the e-tron GT quattro, a four-door Gran Turismo with improved range, performance, charging, and handling. The RS e-tron GT marks Audi’s first fully electric RS performance model, and all new models are now available for order. The new e-tron GT variants feature progressive design and innovative technology. S e-tron GT generates total output of 500 kW, which accelerate...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/18

ion, and Changan Auto, will be present with blockbuster models and latest technologies from their sub-brands. Specifically, brands such as Livan Auto, Radar Auto, and Fang Cheng Bao will make their first appearance. The key models include BYD’s Qin L midsize plug-in hybrid sedan and new Denza Z9 GT flagship sedan, Geely’s Zeekr Mix compact battery electric MPV, a Geely Galaxy flagship SUV, SAIC Motor’s IM L6 electric sedan, and Chery’s F...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/26

Vibracoustic, Germany provides three-chamber air springs in Audi e-tron GT Vibracoustic SE (Vibracoustic) announced that it has developed advanced three-chamber air springs for the Audi e-tron GT. It uses a complex design with built-in safety features and low-noise valve switching for the air chambers to combine comfort and driving dynamics. Vibracoustic designed a complex solution consisting of four plastic components joined using an innovative ...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/19

40th Thailand Motor Expo runs under “Mobility: Imagination and Beyond” concept From November 30 to December 11, 2023, the 40th Thailand Motor Expo will be hosted in Bangkok with the concept of “Mobility: Imagination and Beyond”. The 40 car brands from 11 countries and 23 motorcycle makers from 7 countries joining this event include Aion, Audi, Bentley, BMW, BYD, Changan, Ford, Great Wall Motor, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Lot...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/29

Audi India sales grew by 88% in H1 January to September 2023 On October 4, Audi announced that it sold 5,530 units from January to September 2023 registering a growth of 88% in the first nine months of this year. It mentioned that its SUVs witnessed a growth of 187% and e-Tron range witnessed a 42% growth during the period. Audi delivered 2,056 units in Q3 2023 ending September.It mentioned that the launch of the new Q8 e-tron, Q8 Sportback e-tro...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/04

r 16 and winners announced at a standalone NACTOY event on January 4, 2024.2024 North American Car of the Year Candidates include:•    BMW i5•    Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray•    Ford Mustang•    Honda Accord•    Hyundai Ioniq 6•    Maserati GranTurismo Coupe•    Porsche 911 GT3 RS•    Porsche 911 Dakar•    Porsche Unnamed 718•    Subaru Impreza•    Toyota Crown•    Toyota Prius/Prius Prime•    Toyo...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/05

Audi to integrate YouTube into various 2024 model year vehicles On July 25, Audi announced that it is integrating the YouTube video platform into selected 2024 model year vehicle infotainment systems. Through a new embedded app store developed by Audi with Volkswagen’s software company CARIAD and its partner Harman Ignite, customers can access third-party applications, including the YouTube app. These applications can then be installed directly...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/26

Audi Edge Cloud 4 Production: IT-based factory automation enters series production On July 13, Audi announced that it is adopting a new method of IT-based factory automation called Edge Cloud 4 Production (EC4P). Starting in July 2023, it will be used in series production after testing, controlling worker support systems for two production cycles of Audi e-tron GT quattro, RS e-tron GT, and Audi R8 models at Böllinger Höfe. EC4P will replace hi...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/13

PHSAM joins Moon Power to offer EV charging solutions for Audi e-tron owners in Malaysia Announced on June 16, 2023, Moon Power, a subsidiary of Porsche Holding Salzburg, has officially entered Malaysia, as the first country outside of Europe, under the partnership with PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM).From September 2023, Audi e-tron owners in Malaysia will be able to purchase Moon Power wallbox chargers in 11 kW and 22 kW variants from Audi deal...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/19

s for Volkswagen Group brands by integrating Webex collaboration technology. The collaboration app will be available through the in-vehicle Application Store, allowing drivers to easily transition from Webex meetings on their devices to in-car meetings. The partnership aims to provide best-in-class audio, seamless connectivity, allowing drivers to participate in meetings without visual distractions and distraction-minimizing collaboration for hyb...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/05

Audi group sales increase by 8% in Q1, 2023 On May 5, Audi announced that its revenue increased by 18.2% to EUR 16,883 million in the first quarter of 2023 against EUR 14,282 million last year, whereby the all-electric Audi Q4 e-tron and Audi e-tron GT Quattro, as well as the Audi Q5 and Audi Q7, were the main contributors to this increase. The operating profit climbed to EUR 1.8 billion, while the operating margin of 10.8% was at the upper end o...

News  Updated at: 2023/05/08

Auto Shanghai 2023 officially opened On April 18, the 20th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2023) was officially opened at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). April 18 and 19 are Press Days for Chinese and overseas news media only; April 20 and 21 are Professional Audience Days; and April 22 to 27 are General Public Days. With the theme of “Embracing the New Era of Automobile Indust...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/20