The Gear Shift

I was really looking forward to the Audi press conference, not because of the cars, which were cool, but because I missed the Seal performance last year and was hoping they’d do something equally fun this year.

Because I was the only one from the group that felt that way, I was on my own so I was able to squeeze into a seat at the last minute.  Audi did not disappoint – at least not me, anyway.

After an introduction of the all-new A4 (see 08 A4), which is longer and wider, and some video of the new TT-S, Bryan Adams came on stage for a song.  Granted, it was not one of my favorites (like Summer of ’69), but it was still cool to see him perform up close nonetheless.

Then, Audi revealed the new R8 V12 TDI concept. Very cool – a diesel-powered sports car. It has 500 hp and can get from 0-60 in 4.2 seconds. Its top speed is 185 and it gets 24 MPG. Awesome!

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• #5 Comment from cmtjustme 
  1/14/08 4:26 PM | Permalink

  What about 400 hp, 125 mph and 35 mpg? Still would be a great car for the times and not loose any looks or real appeal,  Mite even run on regular. hahaha                                                
• #4 Comment from kamcneal 
  1/14/08 3:44 PM | Permalink

  That is terrible performance from a 500 hp motor,  try again Audi
• #3 Comment from donaldvwedel 
  1/14/08 2:50 PM | Permalink

  HE IS A VERY TALENTED SINGER AND PERFORMANCE! I LIKE HIM! HE STILL LOOKS GOOD!
• #2 Comment from amstarr777 
  1/14/08 2:38 PM | Permalink

  Zero to 60 in 4.2 secs. /500 horses/ 24mpg.  Mm mm good.  I like. I like.  Diesel, not so good.
• #1 Comment from swtness4u1 
  1/14/08 2:14 PM | Permalink

  Bryan adams has an awesome voice!