Ever since the original VW Golf GTI, the “hot hatch” has been a strong automotive segment in Europe, and to a certain extent, here in the USA. It’s not as strong as it could be though, as for some reason, Americans still seem to favor sedans and coupes. Why that is we have no idea, […] More »

    AudiWorld Editor Kris Hansen and contributing photographer Rob Clifford recently drove from Vermont to Braselton Georgia for the 13th Petit Le Mans. Here is the recap of that trip, and the amazing vehicle that they drove.13 states. 1200 miles. 16 and a half hours driving time. 5 Red Bull energy shots. 3 cups […] More »

  When last we drove the R8 5.2 V10, it was the coupe version, and we were in Vermont, locked in the dead of winter. We enjoyed the coupe tremendously, even though we didn’t get to use it to it’s ultimate potential because of the snow tires it was fitted with. Fast forward a few […] More »

    August 23, 2010 By: Kris Hansen S4. To Audi enthusiasts, this model designation has deep meaning. The S4 is widely considered to be one of the finest sports sedans available, with it’s excellent blend of comfort and performance, safety and all weather sure footedness, luxury and sportyness. Sold in various forms and body […] More »

Diesel isn’’t a dirty word anymore. Most Americans seem to believe that diesel cars are no good, noisy, slow, smelly, soot covered jalopies. In most cases, this dislike of diesel is for good reason, based on the not so recent history of diesel powered cars in the USA. Other than a few decent VWs and […] More »

  · Sexy good looks · Unsurpassed comfort and safety · Smooth and powerful 3.0T engine I’ve got a confession to make. I like big cars. I mean, I REALLY like big cars. Small cars are quick, nimble, fun to drive, and so on, but there’s nothing like taking a long drive in a really […] More »

As most of us who have a driver’s license in the USA know, the requirements to earn that license are pretty thin. Read a book, take a test, go for a drive, parallel park, perform a hill start, and you’re free to hit the highway. To this day we’re amazed that the most difficult part […] More »