technology portfolio with many intelligent functions A8 L Horch as the top model for China
(Full text version) With sharpened design, particularly in the front and rear, and innovative technologies, Audi is ensuring the increased presence and sporty elegance of the A8. For that reason, the company with the four rings is even more intensively working out the confident and progressive character of the active luxury sedan. The new high-end headlights and taillights inspire with innovative functions and form the apex of the A8’s established technology portfolio. The flagship of the brand thereby creates a contemporary and user-oriented experience – whether for passengers or drivers.
As the successor to the Audi V8, the A8 has been the brand’s leading edge in the luxury sedan segment of Audi’s portfolio since 1994. The Audi A8 is a symbol of and a trailblazer for the status and prestige of the brand. The fourth generation of the luxury sedan, which Audi introduced in 2017, raised it to a new level
technology portfolio with many intelligent functions A8 L Horch as the top model for China
(Full text version) With sharpened design, particularly in the front and rear, and innovative technologies, Audi is ensuring the increased presence and sporty elegance of the A8. For that reason, the company with the four rings is even more intensively working out the confident and progressive character of the active luxury sedan. The new high-end headlights and taillights inspire with innovative functions and form the apex of the A8’s established technology portfolio. The flagship of the brand thereby creates a contemporary and user-oriented experience – whether for passengers or drivers.
As the successor to the Audi V8, the A8 has been the brand’s leading edge in the luxury sedan segment of Audi’s portfolio since 1994. The Audi A8 is a symbol of and a trailblazer for the status and prestige of the brand. The fourth generation of the luxury sedan, which Audi introduced in 2017, raised it to a new level
technology portfolio with many intelligent functions A8 L Horch as the top model for China
(Full text version) With sharpened design, particularly in the front and rear, and innovative technologies, Audi is ensuring the increased presence and sporty elegance of the A8. For that reason, the company with the four rings is even more intensively working out the confident and progressive character of the active luxury sedan. The new high-end headlights and taillights inspire with innovative functions and form the apex of the A8’s established technology portfolio. The flagship of the brand thereby creates a contemporary and user-oriented experience – whether for passengers or drivers.
As the successor to the Audi V8, the A8 has been the brand’s leading edge in the luxury sedan segment of Audi’s portfolio since 1994. The Audi A8 is a symbol of and a trailblazer for the status and prestige of the brand. The fourth generation of the luxury sedan, which Audi introduced in 2017, raised it to a new level
portfolio with many intelligent functions A8 L Horch as the top model for China
With sharpened design, particularly in the front and rear, and innovative technologies, Audi is ensuring the increased presence and sporty elegance of the A8, the trailblazer in the premium segment. For that reason, the company with the four rings is even more intensively working out the confident and progressive character of the active luxury sedan. The new high-end headlights and taillights inspire with innovative functions and form the apex of the A8’s established technology portfolio. The flagship of the brand thereby creates a contemporary and user-oriented experience – whether for passengers or drivers.
As the successor to the Audi V8, the A8 has been the brand’s leading edge in the luxury sedan segment of Audi’s portfolio since 1994. The Audi A8 is a symbol of and a trailblazer for the status and prestige of the brand. The fourth generation of the luxury sedan, which Audi introduced in 2017, raised it to a
hallmark of the brand today – set new standards. For the first time, Audi expanded its model range into the luxury and sports car segments. One of the Ingolstadt-based company’s new models in this area was the Audi TT, a timeless design icon.
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Audiquattro (1980-1991)
The Audiquattro made all-wheel drive popular both on the road and in motorsport. The sports coupé was produced from 1980 to 1991 and kicked off quattro’s triumphant success as well several years of dominance in rallying. Due to its superior traction, which improved driving safety, all-wheel drive technology gradually found its way into all model series. Audiquattro: Engine: Petrol engine, 5 inline cylinders, turbocharging Displacement: 2,144 cm³ Power output: 147 kW/200 PS at 5,500 rpm Top speed: 222 km/h Length/width/height: 4,404/1,720/1,340 mm Unladen weight: 1,290 kg
Audi 100 (1982-1991)
The Audi 100 (C3) is a prime example of Audi’s rise to a technically innovative premium brand. Thanks to its highly
is transferring to the Board of Management of AUDI AG on 20th May 2022 Xavier Ros is a Group manager with international experience returning to Audi Sabine Maassen, Board Member for Human Resources and Organization at AUDI AG since 2020, is leaving the company for personal reasons and by mutual agreement
At today’s meeting of the Supervisory Board of AUDI AG, Xavier Ros was appointed Board Member for Human Resources and Organization at AUDI AG. He will succeed Sabine Maassen on 20th May 2022. Having attained a degree in mechanical engineering, Ros started his professional career at Audi in 1994 before switching to SEAT in 1999 and later to Volkswagen. Since September 2015, he’s been in charge of SEAT’s Human Resources division in Martorell. With this transfer to the Audi Board of Management, the company’s executive level is becoming even more international by bringing a native of Spain on board.
The Chairman of the Supervisory Board of AUDI AG, Dr.Herbert Diess, on the Board of Management
Member of the Board of Management at AUDI AG Human Resources
Xavier Ros was born in Barcelona in 1971. He studied mechanical engineering at the Barcelona School of Industrial Engineering. The native of Spain started his professional career in Audi’s Production and Logistics division in Ingolstadt in 1994. Three years later, he took over project management activities on the Audi A8 product line. In 1999, Xavier Ros transferred to SEAT’s Technical Development division to advance the third-generation SEAT Ibiza in the Development Management department. In 2002, Xavier Ros was appointed Secretary General of SEAT. Five years later, he took over the role of Human Resources Strategy and Development Manager. Starting in 2011, Ros was appointed SEAT’s Personnel Director. From 2013 to 2015, Xavier Ros worked at VW Autoeuropa in Portugal, where he managed the Human Resources department as a member of its Executive Committee. He returned to Martorell as SEAT’s Executive Vice President for Human Resources
The Audi Annual Report 2017 presents the company’s financial position, business activities and strategic direction.
2017 Annual Report traction Audi e-tron Full speed ahead into the future: The Audi e-tron, our first fully electric SUV, hits the streets in 2018. The car has a range of up to 500 kilometers. T E X T : A U D I A G / / P H O T O S & C O V E R : A yd in B ü yü kt a ş 0 0 2 A change of perspective opens up new ways of thinking. At Audi, we use these to achieve our goals faster and avoid standing still. On the contrary: Challenges stimulate, boldness inspires, complexity motivates. We derive strength from this thirst for action. Strength to create innovations that we put on the streets. Feel the traction! 0 0 3 P H O TO : U li W eb er What keeps you going in turbulent times? Our source of inspiration are delighted customers. We want to surprise them and put a smile on their faces. That is the fundamental compass along which we align our company stra tegy. Our Audi. Vorsprung