Audi Q3 achieves top score for passive crash safety
Specially designed front end for good pedestrian protection
For Brunei introduction in 2012
Ingolstadt, October 26, 2011 – The Euro NCAP consortium has awarded the new Audi Q3 the maximum five-star rating for passive crash safety. The results for adult protection in a frontal, rear or side collision, as well as for child safety and pedestrian protection, make the new Audi Q3 among the safest cars in its category.
Founded in 1997, the consortium is made up of international representatives from European transport ministries, automobile associations, insurers and consumer protection organizations. It performs extensive testing of the crash performance of new cars. The demanding test requirements of the Euro NCAP far exceed the standards of European lawmakers.
The scores awarded by the testers to the Q3 for driver and passenger protection in frontal and side impact collisions easily earned the car the top rating of five stars. Children are also well protected in the new Audi Q3. Euro NCAP also assesses the fasten seatbelt reminder for the front and in particular the rear seat passengers. The Audi Q3 comes standard with both systems.
Ensuring protection for pedestrians is an important concern for Audi. The Q3 features a front end specially designed for this requirement that helps to mitigate the consequences of a collision, and this is reflected in the model’s good score for pedestrian protection.
Audi also values active safety above and beyond the measures assessed by Euro NCAP. The standard daytime running lights, for instance, provide the Audi Q3 with greater visibility, particularly for pedestrians. Additional driver assistance systems include the standard dynamic stability control (ESP) plus Audi active lane assist and Audi side assist, which are available as options.
T.C.Y. Motors Sdn Bhd as the local Audi dealer importer will introduce the new addition to the Q family around the second quarter of 2012 with a 2.0 liter TFSI engine (125kW output) with S tronic transmission. Enquiries can be made at the showroom on 2390725.
Marco Bonanomi new champion in Italian GT Championship
Three Audi R8 LMS entering ILMC race at Zhuhai
Martin Tomczyk’s PR marathon continues
Ingolstadt, October 16, 2011 - Audi wins the Italian GT Championship: In the season finale at Monza, Italian driver Marco Bonanomi drove an Audi R8 LMS to victory for the team Audi Sport Italia.
Together with DTM driver Filipe Albuquerque, Marco Bonanomi achieved two second places in Monza. This was Audi factory driver Bonanomi’s first title win in his home country. Ahead of the race, the only other driver who stood a chance of clinching the title was Bonanomi’s team colleague Andrea Sonvico. In the final race, Sonvico came fourth and third together with Dindo Capello and finished the season as the runner-up to Bonanomi, just ten points behind him.
Three Audi R8 LMS in China: The final race of the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup (ILMC) at Zhuhai in November will not just be contested by two Audi R18 TDI - three Audi R8 LMS will likewise be taking part in the 6 Hours of Zhuhai from November 11 to 13, competing in the GTC class. Audi Sport customer racing China is pinning its hopes on Edoardo Mortara (I)/Darryl O’Young (HK)/Alexandre Imperatori (CH), while Audi race experience China is entering Jeffrey Lee (CN)/Florian Gruber (D). The customer sport race car belonging to Hitotsuyama Racing will be shared by Akihiro Tsuzuki (J)/Michael Kim (USA)/Carlo van Dam (NL).
Racing round the Nordschleife: Together with Marco Werner and Peter Wyss, Darryl O’Young who hails from Hong Kong took the opportunity to get behind the wheel of an Audi R8 LMS belonging to Audi race experience during the ninth round of the VLN Endurance Championship on the Nürburgring. The trio finished the race in 20th place. O’Young, who won the 12 Hours of Bathurst, traveled to Germany on Wednesday to visit quattro GmbH, where he saw the Audi R8 being mass-produced and the Audi R8 LMS race cars being assembled.
Audi Q3 attracts racing drivers: A third of Audi’s DTM team of drivers is playing a part in the launch of the new Audi Q3 in Germany. Rahel Frey attended the presentation of the vehicle in Munich last week, and Timo Scheider and Mike Rockenfeller will be in Stuttgart on Monday (October 17). DTM champion Martin Tomczyk was lucky enough to have test-driven the new Audi Q3 back in the summer.
Right across China: The Audi Q3 Trans China Tour 2011 got underway in Beijing last weekend. Some 160 entrants will take to the wheel of the new Audi Q3 to thoroughly explore what has become Audi’s most important sales market. The Le Mans winners Dindo Capello, André Lotterer and Emanuele Pirro will participate along the way. The race comprises 16 stages covering a distance of approximately 5,700 kilometers.
PR marathon continues: Martin Tomczyk is still dashing about from one place to another. The Audi factory driver and new DTM champion was a surprise guest at the Audi works meetings in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm on Wednesday and Thursday, where he was given a tumultuous reception by the employees. On Friday, Tomczyk was a guest on the ARD’s breakfast TV show, where he met the cult TV puppets Ernie and Bert of Sesame Street. This coming Thursday, Tomczyk will be at the "Audi Sportnacht" in Stuttgart’s Schlossgarten park, where he will talk to the approximately 400 invited guests about becoming the new DTM champion. The audience will also be addressed by the soccer World Cup champion Guido Buchwald and VfB Stuttgart’s goalkeeper Sven Ulreich.
Two-time champion attends management conference: Timo Scheider was a guest at the AUDI AG management conference on Friday. The two-time DTM champion represented motorsport in a panel discussion, alongside Uli Hoeneß, President of FC Bayern Munich, who represented football management.
Top-class instructors: 24 readers of the German car magazine auto motor und sport can look forward to something rather special - from Monday to Wednesday, they will take part in a training course on the Lausitzring with Audi. Their top-class instructors will be the two Audi factory drivers Mattias Ekström and Marcel Fässler, as well as Marco Werner, Sepp Haider and Florian Gruber of Audi race experience. Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich will put in an appearance on the Tuesday for an evening meal.
24 hours of racing for two Le Mans winners: Former Audi factory driver Frank Biela and five-time winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans will compete in the 20th 24 Hour RCCO Slot Car Race on the "Südschleife" at the Nürburgring. A second Le Mans winner, Ralf Jüttner, is likewise scheduled to be there from November 18 to 20. Jüttner most recently enjoyed a Le Mans win with Audi as the Technical Director of Audi Sport Team Joest in June 2011.
Major changes: Diesel vehicles such as the Audi R18 TDI which won in Le Mans will be subject to a further set of restrictions starting in 2012. As the coordinators of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the ACO announced that there would be reductions in the diameter of the air restrictors, the boost pressure, and the tank capacity of diesel vehicles. Even smaller tank volumes apply to hybrid drives, together with the rule that recuperated energy may only be used for a boost to the front wheels at speeds above 120 km/h. The ACO has also announced that there will be modifications to the aerodynamics of the LMP1 vehicles.
Victory in the final race: Enzo Ide and guest driver Christopher Haase triumphed in the final race of the FIA GT3 European Championship season in Zandvoort on Sunday, driving an Audi R8 LMS belonging to WRT. Enzo Ide scored three wins in the 2011 GT3 championship and finished the season in third place overall.
Success in Jerez: On the fifth weekend of racing in the Spanish GT Championship, César Campaniço and Joao Pedro Figueiredo scored a victory in the GTS category in the second race. Driving an Audi R8 LMS belonging to NovaDriver Total, the pair came third in the first race. Campaniço and Figueiredo have therefore already successfully defended their championship title before the final race in Montmeló, Spain, on October 29 and 30.
On the winners’ rostrum in Hockenheim: In both races at the finale of the DVM Touring Car Championship (DMV TCC), Markus Winkelhock came second in an Audi R8 LMS for Novidem Swissracing, ahead of his team colleague Pierre von Mentlen.
Range Rover Evoque Introduction in Brisbane, Australia
This is the first look of the new Range Rover Evoque. This is probably the most exciting crossover vehicle for 2011. At first glance, the Evoque looks nothing similar to any of the Range Rover line up. The Evoque is smaller, lighter and most efficient Range Rover. Not to mention, the design is superb from the exterior to the interior.
Range Rover Evoque Prestige
The Range Rover Evoque comes in two style variations; Coupe and 5 door version. In addition, the Evoque is available in 3 trims; Pure, Dynamic and Prestige all according to the order of price level.
Range Rover Evoque Coupe
The exterior of the Evoque especially the Coupe version is very striking and sleek looking. Truly is a remarkable compact crossover. The Coupe means business; Strong design cues such as the dynamic front bumper with the flare wheel arches emphasised muscular attitude. The tapered roof line help creates a sense of sportiness and dynamic. The Coupe features a striking rear bumper with integrated twin pipe exhaust. To finish it off, an 18inch alloy wheel for the Pure edition and up to 20inch stylish alloy wheels a standard feature for the Dynamic version.
Inside the Evoque Coupe Dynamic, A Oxford leather covered sport seats certainly pronounced quite an impression. It is definitely looks nothing like any compact crossover on the market right now. The sporty seats with striking sporty body design of the exterior compliments nicely. As you might expect from a high end car company, the Evoque quality and luxury is all in the details; premium grade leather and twin-needle stitching on all seats, doors and dashboard. The head and leg room space is quite remarkable although not as large as the previous Range Rover models. The driving position is lower and feels like you are driving an average car instead of an SUV.
Evoque Prestige Interior
Evoque Coupe Dynamic Plus interior
5 inch Colour TFT Driver Information Centre
A new sound system has been developed exclusively for the Evoque by highend audio specialist Meridian. The 825 Watt sound system comprises of 17 speakers including subwoofer. The Boot space is also impressive with up to 575 litres with rear seats upright and increases to 1445 litres with the rear seats folded.
There are 3 engines available for the Evoque; two diesel turbocharged engines (the 2.2 litre TD4 tuned for 148bhp, or the 2.2 litre SD4 with 187bhp and a 2.0litre turbocharged petrol engine capable of producing 237bhp. All of the three engine variations are equipped with a six speed auto transmission. According to Range Rover, the Evoque with the 2.2 litre 148bhp turbocharged diesel engine combined with the front wheel drive option promises an superb low CO2 emission of sub 130g/km and 58mpg combined fuel economy which not only a class leading figures but also a first for the Land Rover brand.
Below are the list of standard features for the Evoque:
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE AND RANGE ROVER EVOQUE COUPÉ PURE STANDARD FEATURES
Transmission, Suspension & Driving Dynamics • eD4, TD4, SD4: six-speed manual transmission with intelligent stop/start system • Si4: CommandShift® six-speed automatic transmission including drive select with paddle shift and Sport mode • Standard full-time intelligent 4WD system (not on eD4) • Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) • Electric Parking Brake • Terrain Response® (not on eD4) • Hill Descent Control (not on eD4) • Gradient Release Control (not on eD4) • Gradient Acceleration Control (not on eD4) • Hill Start Assist • Push Button Start
Exterior Features & Wheels • LED Fog Lamps – front • Black Evoque Tailgate Badge • Front grille, tailgate finisher, lower side blade and side fender blade in Brunel (Range Rover Evoque only) • Front grille, tailgate finisher, lower side blade and side fender blade in dark Atlas (Range Rover Evoque Coupé only) • Bonnet Louvres in dark Atlas (Range Rover Evoque Coupé only) • Waist finisher – high gloss black • Rear Spoiler • 17 inch Alloy Wheels ‘Style 1’ with 225/65 R17 tyres • 18 inch temporary spare steel wheel with tool kit • Solid Paint
Interior Seating, Features & Finishes • Partial leather seats • Oxford leather steering wheel • Oxford leather gearknob (Manual only) • Satin Brushed Aluminium horizontal finisher • Satin Brushed Aluminium centre console finisher • Rear seat – Range Rover Evoque – three seat rear bench • Rear seat – Range Rover Evoque Coupé – two individual seats. (three seat bench Available) • Rear seat centre head restraint (three seat bench only)
Safety & Security • Headlamps – halogen and manual headlamp levelling • Airbags – front (driver and front passenger) • Airbags – knee bolster (driver) • Airbags – side curtain, driver and front passenger and second row • Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) • Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) • Traction Control System (TCS) • Roll Stability Control (RSC) • Engine Drag torque Control (EDC) • Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) • Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) • Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) • Hazard warning lights under heavy braking • Height adjustable seat belts – front • Child seat anchor points • Seat belt reminder • Electrically adjustable heated exterior mirrors with directional indicators • Range Rover SmartKey remotely controls lock/unlock/double lock/lights on/tailgate open • Diesel mis-fuelling device (diesel models only)
Comfort & Convenience • Manually adjustable seats for driver and passenger 6/4 way (including electric height adjustment for driver seat) – Range Rover Evoque • Electrically adjustable seats for driver and passenger 6/4 way (including electric height adjustment for driver seat) – Range Rover Evoque Coupé • Global opening for all windows • Automatic Climate Control with air filtration • Covered centre console stowage including two cup holders • Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors (driver and passenger) • Proximity sensing and touch detection for overhead map lights • Rear seat 60/40 split • Luggage cover • Luggage compartment with lashing eyes • Illumination for footwell, glovebox, rear and luggage compartment • White lighting in door release and over head console down lighter • Front header courtesy (with delay theatre dimming) and map lights • Manually adjustable steering column (4-way) • Cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls • Rear Parking Aid • Solar attenuating glass • Heated rear screen
Information, Communication & Entertainment • 5 inch Colour TFT Driver Information Centre • 8 speaker audio system controlled via 5 inch colour display including radio FM/AM, single slot CD, MP3 disc and file compatibility and twin antennae system • Auxiliary power socket – front and luggage compartment • 3.5mm stereo auxiliary input socket • Bluetooth® telephone connectivity and streaming audio
PRESTIGE STANDARD FEATURES in addition to pure • Silver Evoque Tailgate Badge • Front grille, tailgate finisher, lower side blade and side fender blade in Atlas • Bonnet louvres in Atlas (Range Rover Evoque Coupé only) • Waist finisher in Bright Finisher (Range Rover Evoque) • Waist finisher in Gloss Black (Range Rover Evoque Coupé) • 19 inch Alloy Wheels ‘Style 5’ Diamond Turned with 235/55 R19 tyres Interior Seating, Features & Finishes • Oxford leather for seats, door casings, mid and upper section of instrument panel • Satin Brushed Aluminium waist finisher • Satin Brushed Aluminium centre console finisher • Premium carpet mats with edging • Range Rover chrome treadplates front and tailgate • Auto Dimming rear view mirror Safety & Security • Xenon headlamps with signature LED lighting and automatic levelling • Rain sensing windscreen wipers • Automatic Light Sensing Headlamps • Heated exterior mirrors with electric adjustment, powerfold, puddle lamps with projected Range Rover Evoque graphic and directional indicators • Exterior Mirrors – Memeroy Function and auto dipping in reverse gear
Comfort & Convenience • Customer configurable interior mood lighting • Electrically adjustable driver and passenger seats 8/6 way, including recline, height, tilt with memory and lumbar support for driver and recline, height with memory and lumbar support for passenger (Range Rover Evoque only) • Electrically adjustable driver and passenger seats 8/6 way, including recline, height, tilt with memory and lumbar support for driver and recline, height and lumbar support for passenger (Range Rover Evoque Coupé only) • Rear centre armrest including two cup holders (fitted on rear bench seat only) Information, Communication & Entertainment • 8 inch high resolution Touch-screen • 11 speaker including subwoofer 380 Watt Meridian™ Sound System with radio and single slot CD player, MP3 disc and file compatibility • Audio Connectivity System (including iPod and 2 ports for USB connectivity)
DYNAMIC Standard Features in addition to Pure
Exterior Features & Wheels • Red Evoque Tailgate Badge • Dynamic front bumper, side sills and rear bumper with integrated Dynamic exhaust • Front grille, tailgate finisher and side fender blade in Sumatra Black • Exterior mirror caps in Sumatra Black • Bonnet louvres in Sumatra Black (Range Rover Evoque Coupé only) • Aeroflip on rear spoiler in Sumatra Black • 19 inch Alloy Wheels ‘Style 4’ with 235/55 R19 tyres (Range Rover Evoque only) • 19 inch Alloy Wheels ‘Style 3’ with 235/55 R19 tyres (Range Rover Evoque Coupé only)
Safety & Security • Xenon headlamps with signature LED lighting and automatic levelling • Rain sensing windscreen wipers • Automatic Light Sensing Headlamps • Heated exterior mirrors with electric adjustment, powerfold, puddle lamps with projected Range Rover Evoque graphic and directional indicators plus memory function and auto dipping Comfort & Convenience • Customer configurable interior mood lighting • Electrically adjustable driver and passenger seats 6/4 way, including recline, height with memory and lumbar support for driver and recline and lumbar support for passenger (Range Rover Evoque Only) • Electrically adjustable driver and passenger seats 6/4 way, including recline, height with memory and lumbar support for driver and recline with memory and lumbar support for passenger (Range Rover Evoque Coupé only) • Rear central armrest including two cup holders (fitted on rear bench seat only) Information, Communication & Entertainment • 8 inch high resolution Touch-screen • 11 speaker including subwoofer 380 Watt Meridian™ Sound System with radio and single slot CD player, MP3 disc and file compatibility • Audio Connectivity System (including iPod and 2 ports for USB connectivity)
We will be seeing quite a stir in the supercar world in the year 2014 as Honda is planning to release a new successor to the legendary Honda NSX. Here's a spy shot taken on the set of Avenger's new movie which appears to be the Honda NSX concept car with an Acura emblems.
According to sources, Honda CEO Takanobu Ito recently hinted at the NSX’s revival, when he revealed: “We’re making progress with plans for an exotic sports car.” And six months ago, Ito said Honda was keen to relaunch a high-performance sports car like the NSX.
In addition, the new NSX is rumored to be using Honda Dual Note 4WD hybrid concept for its drivetrain and a new Vtec V6 engine ranges between 3.5 to 3.7 litres. If this technology comes true for the new NSX, you will be looking at high revving supercar. According to Honda CEO, the new NSX will retain using aluminium body to keep the weight down. We will be looking forward to the new NSX built progress. Exciting times!
