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Each of these remarkable, progressive performance vehicles has its own individual character, but beyond that, they all rep- Scott Keogh resent the powerful capabilities of Audi Sport overall. We President are very excited to provide a full suite of S models to give Audi of America, Inc. performance enthusiasts the definitive Audi take on power. We’re also going to continue to showcase progres- sive technologies. In this issue, we’re diving down into swarm technology, a biologically derived sensory system based on the mass movements of flocks of birds and schools #1 of fish. We are working on ways to use that kind of instant reaction to help prevent accidents on the road. And since we’re Audi, we never forget about luxury, either. In this issue we are taking a look at Audi exclusive colors, which can be PERFORMANCE ordered for any Audi model. We are always happy when our customers want to express their individuality. Finally, we’re continuing to champion those who are IS EVERYTHING. dedicated to progress. One article takes a look at people who MORE PGA TOUR PROS PLAY TAYLORMADE DRIVERS THAN have given their time and effort (and investments) to help CALLAWAY, CLEVELAND, COBRA, NIKE AND PING COMBINED. rebuild New Orleans and its economy since the devastation of Hurricane Katrina seven years ago, while another delves into the simple pleasure of tracing the origin of every ingre- dient in a perfect meal. taylormadegolf.com @taylormadegolf /taylormadegolf Photos: Audi USA News © 2012 Taylor Made Golf Company, Inc. Driver claim based on Darrell Survey brand count for the 2011 PGA Tour. 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It’s the most wonderful time of the year Although 33-year-old Swede Mattias Ekström finished third during opening weekend of the DTM season in late April in Hockenheim, Germany, he’s still looking forward to a big, big season. “Of course, it is disappointing,” Audi flagship takes the ultra-luxury market by storm said Ekström. “Today, we simply weren’t quick enough and I made a mistake. The Audi A8 was recognized at the first annual Connected World Magazine Connected Car of the Year awards’ inaugural award The result hurts a little bit, but surely, we will get chances to win.” ceremony, in the ultra-luxury segment. Some of the things that were taken into account for the awarding process were the safety It will certainly take more than a third-place finish to discourage title of hands-free technologies, the convenience of voice controls, emergency response systems, navigation features, and infotainment defender and eight-time champion Audi from their chances this year. Why? systems with connectivity to peripheral devices. Audi connect™ and its integration with Google Earth™, Google Voice™, and Google The Audi A5 DTM. As the fourth model to be fielded by the brand in the DTM, Maps Street View helped propel the A8 to victory by making navigating the interface and all of the interior systems simple and intuitive. the Audi A5 replaces the A4, the model that won four of the last seven DTM Furthermore, Audi made the A8 a mobile hotspot capable of pairing up to eight Wi-Fi™–enabled passenger devices to help keep titles for the team. you connected almost anywhere you go. The available Executive Rear Seating package adds an extra touch of elegance and technology Notably lower and sturdier than its predecessor, the body of the with dual 10" screens with individualized controls, power rear single seats with massage functions, a small refrigerator between the rear A5 DTM is about 16.4 feet long, 6.4 feet high and 3.8 feet low. While the seats, and rear-seat ventilation. And let’s not forget the four engine choices—to suit any driver—which helped push the A8 to the top. vehicle uses the same engine as the A4, the transmission now operates via paddle shifters on the steering wheel. That level of precision as compared to conventional manual gearshifts effectively quadruples mileage up to almost 15,000 miles. Couple this revolutionary new model with the youngest driver lineup in the 2012 DTM, and it seems the Audi racing team will have a lot to be confident about this year. Catch all the races in the U.S. online at www.speed2.com. Audi Le Mans prototype excels in 2012 sports car season As the 2011 Le Mans–winning Audi R18 TDI® took the checkered flag for the 2012 Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring in May this year, the legendary raceway was simultaneously playing host to some exciting new Audi racecar prototypes. Much of the pre-season excitement had been centered on the diesel/electric hybrid version of the R18, which had had its debut run at the FIA World Endurance Championship round at Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium earlier in the month. This Audi R18 e-tron® quattro® combines the mid-engine 3.7-liter V-6 TDI® that drives the rear wheels with an electric motor that drives the front wheels—a new take on the much-touted Audi quattro® all-wheel drive.