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New Audi R8 Leaked Before Debut

New Audi R8 Leaked Before Debut

Ever since we saw the new Lamborghini Huracan debut, one thing and one thing only has been on our minds. When would we see the new Audi R8? Over the past year, we’ve seen a few mules running around the Nürburgring, and others just running around in heavy camouflage. However, it’s been a while since the raging bull’s cousin has been spotted. That is until now.

By: | February 9, 2015


A Symphony of Automotive Notes: Performed by a Few R8s

A Symphony of Automotive Notes: Performed by a Few R8s

Have you ever said that an engine sounds like a symphony? Or that a V8 sounds melodious? Well the guys over at JP Performance took this to its logical conclusion and devise a rather hilarious, and epic sounding concerto with a set of Audi R8s. Each car obviously provides a different note. Two of the […] More »

By: | November 11, 2014


Audi Drops the R8 Competition

Audi Drops the R8 Competition

Audi seems to be taking cues lately from its sister company Porsche, at least in terms of offering several different versions of the exact same car, but adding to the price sticker each time for very minor changes.

By: | October 29, 2014



Reviewed: Exotics Racing Driving Experience – Los Angeles

Reviewed: Exotics Racing Driving Experience – Los Angeles

I was invited to the new Los Angeles location of the Exotics Racing Driving Experience, to drive a supercar of my choosing. This is a brief description of my experience. I was out the door before I’d texted, “yes”. I get to test drive a lot of fast cars —most recently comparing a new Porsche […] More »

By: | April 22, 2014


The Future of the Audi R8 Powertrain

The Future of the Audi R8 Powertrain

Audi’s next R8, set to come out in 2015, will have a lot in common with the new, V10-powered Lamborghini Huracan.  Both cars will put 5.2-liters of 10-cylinder power to the road through 7-speed dual-clutch gearboxes and all-wheel-drive.  That should come as no surprise.  After all, the current 4-ringer shares a lot of its DNA […] More »

By: | March 21, 2014


2014 Nissan GT-R Track Pack vs 2014 Audi R8 V-10 Plus

2014 Nissan GT-R Track Pack vs 2014 Audi R8 V-10 Plus

Can Audi’s V10 take on Godzilla? The price difference is substantial ($182,595 for the Audi vs $116,710 for the GTR) but the hp numbers are close (550 for the Audi and 545 for the GTR). The weight advantage goes to the Audi (3678 pounds vs 3881 pounds). Motor Trend took these high tech AWD wonders out […] More »

By: | January 22, 2014


Lamborghini Gallardo’s Successor – The Huracan

Lamborghini Gallardo’s Successor – The Huracan

The rumor mill’s been churning for the last few months about the Lamborghini’s successor. Just today, winter testing spy shots started coming in. It’s set to be unveiled later this month. The name, which means “hurricane” in Spanish. Its outgoing nameplate, Gallardo, meant “valiant, brave”. It’s an interesting notion for Lamborghini as a company and where it […] More »

By: | December 19, 2013



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