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>>> Lightweight expertise
Less weight. More savings, power and
endurance. Audi lightweight technology.
What started with lightweight body
construction has now made its way into
nearly all areas, combining innovative
materials such as aluminium, carbon and
magnesium, intelligent design principles
and resource-saving manufacturing
processes into an overall concept.
>>> Aerodynamics
Less drag, more efficiency. Thanks to the
consistently aerodynamic styling of the
vehicle’s lines, its underbody and spoiler edges –
in order to achieve the best possible form for
aerodynamic efficiency. Not forgetting tyres
with reduced rolling resistance. All tested
inthe Audi wind tunnel at up to 300km/h.
>>> Transmission expertise
Improved efficiency thanks to improved
transmission ratios. A higher torque output
makes longer ratios possible, especially
inhigher gears. For powerful torque in the
low engine speed range which reduces
consumption – yet has no adverse effects
ondriving performance and sportiness.
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