Alex asked:


I have a 2003 Audi A4 and one of the underseat lights (in the rear) is missing. Where can I order a replacement?

Scott

Danny asked:


I need to replace my coolant temperature sensor and i cant find it anywhere. the dealer is trying to charge me $200 bucks to try to replace something as easy as this…anybody got a 2004 Audi 1.8 V6 A4?

Albert

Correy Putton asked:

There was something extraordinary about last Sunday and this was felt by Audi aficionados. Grammy winner Seal sang at Audi AG’s news conference as the German automaker set forth its V12 Turbo Direct Injection diesel concept at the 2007 North American International Auto Show. The vehicle is the latest masterpiece from the automaker. It combines all the superlatives that Audi is offering. Audi enthusiasts can wait no longer to avail of their chance to own one of the best cars Audi has ever built.

After Seal’s performance, he told the audience that he uses his older Q7 SUV as an “everyday vehicle” for transporting his supermodel wife, Heidi Klum, and their children. “My first question after seeing the new Q7 was, ‘Where’s mine?’,” Seal added.

Audi has planned the unveiling of its new car to coincide with its celebration of its previous success in the industry. In 2006, Audi sold 905,100 vehicles, up by 9 percent from 829,109 in 2005. Said increase in sales is just part and parcel of the 11 straight years of the automaker’s success in the worldwide market.

Audi has also announced in December last year that it will be investing $15.7 billion in its business through 2011. Over 70 percent of said investment will be allocated to its upcoming products. Rupert Stadler, chief executive officer of Audi, reiterated Sunday that the company will expand its line of 22 models to 40 within 5 five years.

In order to make it happen, Audi will concentrate on the Chinese auto market. Though America remains Audi’s largest export market, with 90,116 vehicles sold last year, the automaker expects larger slice of the auto market if China sales is given emphasis. Audi sold 80,808 vehicles in China last year. Said sales meant a striking 39 percent increase for the automaker. “With records in over 40 markets, we have prepared the way for achieving our sales target of 1.4 million vehicles by 2015,” said Ralph Weyler, Audi AG board member.

Q7 is equipped with cutting-edge Audi parts accessories mated to advance car technologies. The result is a fascinating car with Audi’s superlatives. If it is used as a 5-seater Q7 boasts a load capacity of 775 liters, the best in its class.

Q7 owners have the choice of 2 high performing engines. The new 4.2-litre V8 with FSI petrol direct injection generates 257 kW (350 bhp) and yields a maximum torque of 440 Newton-meters. The 3.0 TDI six-cylinder engine features a rail injection system that uses piezo inline injectors, thus combining the high performance of 171 kW (233 bhp) and substantial torque of 500 Nm with outstanding refinement and superb fuel economy.

Dawn

Trevor Mulholland asked:


The company that manufactures the cars sold by Audi Oakland and other Audi dealerships can be traced to August Horch, whose company produced the first Horch car in 1901 in Zwickau, Germany.

Horch was forced out of the company in 1909 by his partners but he established a new company in Zwickau and continued to sell cars with the Horch brand. However, he was sued by his former partners for trademark infringement and was forced to refrain from using his own name for his new automobile manufacturing business, which was the forerunner of the present Audi company that produces the cars sold by auto dealerships like Audi Oakland.

Horch and his family decided to call the company Audi, which is the Latin word for the German word “horch.” The company merged with DKW, Horch and Wanderer in 1932 which resulted into the establishment of Auto Union. It was during this period that the four interlinked rings were first used by the company, but only for the Auto Union racing cars. Each ring represents the four companies which merged.

Auto Union was fully acquired by Daimler-Benz in 1959 and Volkswagen purchased the factory in Ingolstadt, Germany and the brands of the Auto Union in 1964. Auto Union merged with NSU in 1969 to produce Audi NSU Auto Union AG. However, the company was simplified into Audi AG when the NSU and Auto Union brands lost some of their market appeal in 1985.

Audi sales declined in the early 1990s for the Audi 80 series when some basic construction problems were discovered. A “60 Minutes” report in the U.S. revealed that the Audi automobile accelerated even when the brake pedal was pushed. It was later discovered that the accelerator and brake pedals were located too closely which resulted in the driver confusing one with the other.

Sales in the U.S. started to climb back up in the middle of the 1990s with the emergence of the Audi A4 in 1996. Audi’s sales continued to improve with the release of the A4, A6 and A8 series, which were co-developed with Volkswagen and other sister brands. Record sales figures were reached in 21 out of the 50 major sales markets in 2004. The biggest sales increases were obtained from Eastern Europe, Africa and the Middle East.

The latest development in the Audi automobile is the computerized control system called Multi Media Interface (MMI), which is considered more user friendly. The MMI control system for Audi automobiles sold by Audi Oakland and other Audi dealerships has been well-received because it needs less menu surfing due to the alignment of its buttons which are concentrated around a central knob, with shortcuts to phone or radio functions. The screen is available in monochrome and color versions and is mounted on the upright dashboard.

Lillian

little laho asked:


I am planning to buy a certified pre owned AUDI a6, avaiable in two drive type, all wheel drive or front wheel drive, can anyone give me some advice? thanks.

Edith

bedford_xcg asked:


I have an Audi a4 with 57K miles, and it is due for 60K service. The dealer asks for $800, and it doesn’t include timing belt.

My question is how much should I pay for replacing timing belt? and is $800 a fair price to charge for 60k service?

Thanks.

Kathy

Trevor Mulholland asked:


Audi USA dealerships have been around for quite some time. The brand itself, which originated in Germany, has been in the business of manufacturing automobiles since 1910. Identified through its four-ring logo, the car has steadily built a solid customer base in the U.S. since its introduction into the American market in 1970.

Audi USA dealerships provide a host of vehicle models and services to its customers. Brand new models, pre-owned vehicles and automobile maintenance services are just some of the offerings that these dealers have in store for its clients. Technicians are on hand in every dealership to cope with common engine and other system problems that Audi owners might have. Automobile parts are also sold in these dealerships, along with personal materials and automobile accessories. When it comes to promoting the brand of Audi in the U.S., the dealerships are arguably the most effective tool that the brand has.

Despite suffering a decline in sales in America during the early 1990s due mainly to bad press, the brand was able to recover through the introduction of a series of new models that redefined the image of the Audi and took away its reputation as a “grandfather car.” After considering pulling out of the U.S. market, the Volkswagen subsidiary experienced increased sales beginning in 1996. The recovery prompted an increase in the number of dealerships being opened in the country and has helped improve the popularity of Audi among car buyers. Solid marketing and good feedback from customers also contributed to the improved performance of the brand.

With its name already entrenched in the minds of American consumers, Audi continued to roll out models that included regular automobiles and sports vehicles. Among the current units available and offered by most dealerships are the Q7, the TT models, R8, A5, A5 and A8. Pre-owned vehicles are also part of most dealers’ offerings.

Audi promotes itself as a vehicle that follows strict and effective engineering methods. Engineering and design have always been the primary selling points of the automobile brand. The emergence of dealerships has also added to the solid reputation of the brand. With dealers, customers are able to get a more personalized service including advice on what model will suit their way of living and their financial status. Arguably, dealerships have helped a great deal in bringing the brand into the attention of consumers and were able to sway a lot of buyers to opt for an Audi automobile.

Audi USA dealerships have come a long way since the brand suffered from a reputation of being an old-fashioned vehicle. With the advent of newer and flashier models and the personalized services provided by these dealers, the Audi brand was able to cement its status in the American automobile industry as one of the more reliable brands of vehicles.

Martha

Anthony Fontanelle asked:



As a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group since 1964, Audi has been widely recognized for its production of elite and luxury cars. The German-based automobile manufacturer has proven the company’s worth over and over again by producing cars that have, time and again, turned into commercially successful vehicles. Since Audi vehicles incorporate car parts made only from quality materials, Audi cars last longer, perform greater and look better than a great many cars in the market. One reason for this is how the company believes that each and every part able to enhance the performance of their car models should all be given equal attention. In this case, two such engine parts that must not be forgotten are the Audi Brake Hose and Audi Clutch.

The Audi Brake Hose is the part that connects the master cylinder to the car’s wheels together with the brake lines. The brake hose is made of specially constructed flexible tubes that come with metal ends. It is principally responsible for the transmission of fluid. Transmission occurs under conditions of great pressure. The whole of the hydraulic system is filled with a unique brake fluid which is pushed through the a number of Audi Brake Hoses by the movement of the pistons. Aside from this function, an Audi Brake Hose ensures that the high-pressure hydraulic fluid passes through the brake calipers. This is a sensitive process as the brake fluid must never leak out from the Audi Brake Hose. Another thing that the Audi Brake Hoses prevents from happening is the vaporization of the fluid which is why these hoses must be airtight at all times.

On another part of the engine, one will find the Audi Clutch. More often than not, manual transmission is preferred over automatic by drivers, especially racers, since it affords them better control of the car. This is pretty much the same scenario with Audi drivers. To ensure that drivers do get to enjoy absolute control over their rides, one of the most essential parts that a manual transmission system employs is the Audi clutch. This part engages and disengages the engine to the gearbox and directs torque to the vehicle’s transmission faster than the blink of the eye—improving and maintaining system efficiency and performance. Either way one may look at it, both Audi parts afford With the functions these two Audi parts provide, drivers must take note to always keep them in proper condition.

Victor

Xion asked:


I’m interested in Volkswagen and Audi TDI engine.
But I don’t know that TDI engine’s serious problem
What’s problem with Volkswagen and Audi diesel engine?
Please help me increase of my diesel knowledge.

Ricky

SuperRobot5000 asked:


This may or may not be a stupid question!! But I have an Audi A4 that REVs too high compared to other comparable… Is it possible (or even worth) changing/resetting the computer to help the gear ratios?

If its possible, is it best to get a mechanic to do the job or can any smart minded person do the job?

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Christina