The program for the Audi A5 offers cool body parts including new side skirts, front spoiler, rear diffuser, a quad exit exhaust system. Under the hood, the Turbocharged 2.0 TFSI 4-cylinder engine is gets a nice bump in horsepower from 211 all the way up to 270!

Audi A8 MMI connects you to your car in an entirely new way, allowing you to easily and immediately communicate with your vehicle and its systems. Communication is further enhanced with the innovative Audi connect, which features the industry’s first Google Earth enabled infotainment system and Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities, Audi A8 connect helps you get up—to-the minute information with a few quick, easy cues allowing your connection to everything from local fuel prices to traffic and points of interest? If the printing press helped democratize knowledge, Audi MMI gives you a personalized nerve center for you to receive customized information through Audi connect that was made just for you, making for a truly individualistic informational experience.

Some of the Audi A8 MMI Features:

Letter and Number Entries
Radio Preset Selection
Album Cover Scrolling
Map Scrolling
Adjust Sound Distribution
Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot
Google Earth with 3-D Topography Maps
Google Local Search
News Feeds
Weather Information
Traffic Updates
myAudi Destinations Feature
Reported Gas Prices
Communication
Vehicle Systems
Entertainment

More on the Audi Multi Media Interface Navigation System

MMI Navigation plus is the Audi A8 set new standards in ergonomics and operating philosophy. Never before have so many functions been intergrated into one system. The operation of the MMI system is very comfortable and intuitive. Even the new menu interface makes it easy to get started: with the clear representation of each carousel main menu items in the 8-inch display with much improved graphics. The map data for navigation with 3D maps and three-dimensional representation of prominent buildings and landmarks are located on a hard drive – for easy access and quick route calculation.

Also included: a comfortable voice response system with full-word address input into a set for the operation of navigation and – if available – Bluetooth car phone, online or mobile phone preparation (Bluetooth). Another component of the MMI navigation plus in the Audi A8 is the integration of Apple iPod, Apple iPhone, and USB storage devices and MP3 players. The Audi music interface is housed in the center console, which is operated via the MMI or leather multifunction steering wheel. The MMI navigation plus Bluetooth interface Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones are connected to the vehicle. It allows free speech via the microphone in the vehicle.

The Audi online services, which include Google points of interest such as finding hotels or restaurants, or simplify a weather forecast for the target area can be accessed. The Audi online services are available only in connection with the Bluetooth car phone online. One component of the MMI Navigation plus: MMI touch, the touch-sensitive input field numbers, letters and gestures.

Data-based vehicle navigation support

The system is part of the MMI Navigation plus features and recognize the selected route as curves, intersections and freeway driving. For more safety and comfort the system adjusts the workings of gear, lights and the optional Audi adaptive on cruise control automatically with Stop & Go function in advance: thus unnecessary switching operations from bends and exits avoided, the environment proactively illuminated and the Audi adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go function adapted, for example, to avoid acceleration before turns or highway exits.

Including navigation data (DVD), 6.5-inch color display with high-quality map display and numerous detailed display options, voice control (destination input by spelling), dynamic route guidance with TMC (where available), MP3 and WMA-enabled DVD drive for navigation data (DVD ), also used for music CDs, additional arrow display in the driver information system, radio triple tuner, phase diversity, 2 SDHC card reader (up to 32 GB), AUX-IN port, eight passive speakers (front and rear), total power 80 wattsNote: only be ordered in conjunction with driver information system (with optional color display) and multi-function leather steering wheel

The high-resolution 7-inch color display with high-quality maps and topographic maps coloring, displaying many attractions and city models in 3D, choose from three alternative routes, scrolling along the route, maneuvering on the map with joystick control button , reading the TMCpro reports, route information in split-screen display (blank points, points of interest on motorways, TMCpro on route), crossing detail map and trace recommendation, dynamic route guidance with TMCpro (if available), IVR (destination input via whole-word recognition in a sentence), additional arrow display in the driver information system with color display, eight passive speakers (front and rear), total power 80 watts, radio triple tuner and phase diversity, hard drive can also be used as storage for music (20 GB) MP3, WMA, AAC and MPEG-4 -enabled DVD drive, also available for music and video DVDs, 2 SDHC card reader (up to 32 GB), AUX-IN connection.

In combination with the Bluetooth car phone online using Audi-connect services (such as navigation with Google Earth and Street View images, weather and news, Audi erkehrsinformationen online) possible. usage rights for Audi online traffic information for 36 months after initial activation (if it occurs within six months from the vehicle registration, otherwise corresponding shortening of the right of use) without additional fees. Audi dealers are happy to inform you of any renewal options, while incidental charges.

Note: only be ordered in conjunction with driver information system with color display and multi-function leather steering wheel

Compared to conventional halogen or xenon; LED technology requires significantly less energy, they last longer, and are smaller. As early as late August, the Toyota Lexus LS 600h luxury sedan will be offering as the first car with LED headlights. Here, however, the high beam is further realized through a xenon headlights. With high-mounted stop lamps and end and brake lights come since 1992 increasingly red LED is used. Audi began in 2004 as the first manufacturer in the outdoor white LED daytime running lights. Thus, when Audi A8 W12, A5/S5, and S6 in

LED arrays

LED headlights on the Audi R8 have the following components: LED headlights as the main function, lighting up for the basic light distribution with two LED arrays of four chips from free-form reflectors. Three other 2-LED arrays for light in the bright-dark boundary and for the range are located behind the lens, right next to the main beam headlight comprising one four-chip LED array of the two reflector shells. The LED daytime running lights with 24 white LEDs is significantly placed at the bottom edge. This gives the headlamp a three-dimensional and sophisticated appearance. Each light unit consists of housing, a chip or chip array, a circuit board and heatsink. For effective heat dissipation and also defrost the headlight provide electric fans.

Low power consumption

The advantage of LED technology is among others in the low energy consumption, the greater design freedom and also the long service life. A special permit from the EU makes a series of early use of LED lighting technology in the front area possible. The corresponding EU regulation is not expected before 2008. Innovations in lighting technology are often based on the development of new light sources. Halogen bulbs were followed by xenon headlights, later expanded to include cornering or cornering. Due to the high rate of innovation in LED technology is expected that these functions will soon be realized in mass production soon with these semiconductor elements.

LED: Light emitting diodes, light emitting diode semiconductor light source that produces at low voltages of 3 to 4 volts cold light. The novel LED arrays provide the Audi headlights at 1 A current of a luminous flux 600 lumens. This means an unprecedented case of LEDs light output.

The ABT R8 Spyder’s V10 comes with 5.2 liter engine that is tuned to put out over 600 horsepower. The production version of this car makes 525 HP so the ABT Sportsline R8 got a bump in horsepower. The ABT R8 Spyder is now able to sprint from 0-60 MPH in just 3.8 seconds. This makes the Roadster a hurricane on the road. And the convertible only adds to the pleasure giving you an open air drive. ABT added upgraded suspension springs to provide better road holding.  Plus the lower center of gravity gives the mid-engine sports a more aggressive look.  The ABT Sportsline tuning package for the Audi R8 Spyder adds more horsepower and an even more extreme look to an already wicked sportscar.

Audi ACC Benefits

• Strain out the driver on long journeys and in heavy traffic
• By braking or accelerating, the distance to the vehicle ahead is kept substantially constant.
• The distance to the vehicle ahead and the acceleration dynamics can be individually adapted to driving style and situation.

Audi’s Adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go function ensures compliance with a specified speed and maintains a constant distance from the vehicle ahead. Using a radar sensor, the system detects vehicles ahead. It keeps the driver’s set speed between 15 and 150 MPG, and ensures a constant distance to the vehicle ahead. In addition, the system guides both the independent emergency braking and automatically restarting on driver input. The Audi ACC distance between levels 1 through 4, the driver can choose freely. Spacer 4 is suitable for example for driving with a trailer. For the speedy ride on the highway with a spontaneous reaction to the preceding vehicle, the drive mode “dynamics” and with convenient consequence ride on the road driving program are chosen “comfort”.  Audi Adaptive Cruise control with  pre sense front helps the driver to avoid collisions with vehicles ahead or to reduce collision severity.

Audi Adaptive Cruise Control with Pre-Sense Benefits

• Autonomous braking to a standstill
• Automated restart
• ACC Maintains a constant distance to the vehicle ahead
• Individual setting possibilities: four distance levels and three driving modes (comfort, dynamic, standard)

Audi set the world on fire with its LED lights. We set the standard with energy consumption. The daytime running lights are integrated as a separate lamp in the headlight or the front bumper and when you turn the ignition on, but can also be switched via the Audi MMI or a separate operating unit.Since either dim bulbs or LEDs are used, the daytime running lights consume much less power than the normal low beam. Particularly with the use of daytime running lights make this a decisive contribution to increasing efficiency. Compared to conventional low beam on 90% less energy is consumed. Audi is in the current models with xenon plus headlights across all model series, the most advanced semiconductor technology for this function. The daytime running lights so needed only six watts.

The daytime running lights consume much less energy than normal dipped headlights, as the Abblendlichtlampe, tail lights and instrument lights are not switched on together with the daytime running lights. On the one hand, the reduced fuel consumption and increases the other hand, the lifetime of the low beam and the tail lights. And of course, carries the daytime running lights also contribute to the distinctive design of the Audi brand: Just in the vehicle with LED daytime running lights, LED technology offers through its design and flexible shaping new possibilities for designers when it comes through distinctive light or night-time design underline the sportiness.

A further advantage in addition to efficiency and design is security: Proven vehicles with their lights are also detected during the day much better. Shall bear the daytime running lights on at a significantly reduced risk of collision.

With its innovative design, the LED headlights ideal for the progressive appearance of the Audi R8 Spyder GT. The rear lights in clear glass with dark inserts accentuate its distinctive rear view.

The headlights emphasize the sportiness of the vehicle and give him even more individuality. When the headlights of the Audi R8 Spyder GT features all the light in LED technology are performed. The headlights are designed for the life of the vehicle. The daylight white light from an LED headlight is brighter than the human eye and felt comfortable. It also improves contrast sensitivity. Thanks to the excellent road illumination safety is further increased.

Audi LED Tail Lights

Brake lights, rear lights and indicators in LED technology have a number of technical advantages over conventional incandescent bulbs. The most important are the rapid response and durability. The earlier perception of the brake light by the following drivers can lead, for example at a speed of 100 km / h to a shorter by about 5.5 meters stopping distance. The LEDs of the brake light can be controlled in part so that they also serve as a rear fog lamp.

The adaptive brake light has a few additional features: if the vehicle is delayed, for example in an emergency, it will flash at high frequency to warn following traffic. When standstill is then automatically activates the hazard lights. The LEDs last a long vehicle life and consume up to 50% less energy. Nothing is sexier than a set of LED headlights and tail lights on a car. Well many other automotive companies have tried to copy Audi LEDs, but there are none that can match the sheer beauty of Audi.

Audi Vehicles with LED Headlights

Audi R8 LED Headlights

The Xenon Headlights consists of low beam, high beam, daytime running lights, flashing light, static cornering light and weather and motorway light function in LED technology, particularly good performance by stunning graphics, Audi lights in daytime and night-time design; including High-beam assistant that automatically detects the headlights of oncoming traffic, headlights automatically switches between high and low beam Motorway mode with automatic headlight range increased from a rate of about 110 km / h, and All-weather light function to reduce the glare in poor visibility (fog, rain or snow)
static cornering lights

The Benefits of Xenon Headlights from Audi

• The Xenon technology provides more light with less energy consumption than conventional halogen headlamps
• Better road illumination
• Improved and earlier detection of other road users or potential hazards
• Less stray light
• Driving at night is much less tiring and more comfortable
• Long life (no bulb replacement more) No dazzling oncoming traffic, thanks to automatic headlight range control
• Includes LED daytime running lights

The discs of the Audi R8 Spyder GT consist of carbon fiber-reinforced ceramic. The ceramic front brake is a 6-piston monoblock aluminum caliper and rear installed a 4-piston calipers. The characteristic perforations of the plates and the red anodized calipers front and rear, with the inscription “Audi ceramic” are unique symbols for these high-performance brakes.

Advantages: very good braking performance and fade resistance, durability, weight optimized.