Audis Nook - Audi News

Audi News

Young drivers feeling the squeeze (comment on this story) Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 7:00AMA couple of nights ago, 17- year-old Zachary Courtemanche got in a car with two of his friends and drove to a local outdoor rink [...]
Cops kill suspect armed with toy gun Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 5:51AMPolice are trying to locate the family of a suspected house robber who was armed with a toy gun and killed while trying to run away from the police at the weekend.
Honda Accord Tourer Review Sunday, November 16, 2008 @ 11:38PM‘An old man’s car’, is an epithet that is often applied to the Honda Accord and so the company has done something about it. Shrugging off the image while simultaneously, attempting to attract younger, more ‘upwardly mobile’ customers, as we used to call them.
Bad-teeth bandit takes Audi from couple Sunday, November 16, 2008 @ 9:55PMA BANDIT with bad teeth and a beanie has carjacked a couple as they sat in their black Audi sedan in the northern suburbs last night.
A Cold Call, a Blog, and a $20 Million Lawsuit Sunday, November 16, 2008 @ 8:08PMA North Carolina entrepreneur blogs a warning to her industry -- and gets sued for her troubles.
In Hard Times, No More Fancy Pants Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 9:10PMBelt-tightening has prompted a reconsideration of acceptable consumerism, even among the well-off.
Mercedes tops JD Power quality ratings Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 5:35PMFor the first time since the inception of the study in 2004 Mercedes-Benz has topped the JD Power initial quality ratings among car brands in South Africa.
Myerstown man dies in crash Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 4:36PMTimothy Fiddner Jr., 25, of Broad Street, Myerstown, was pronounced dead at the scene of a one vehicle crash at 3:18 a.m. this morning on King Street in South Lebanon Twp., according to police.
Motorist held after hit-and-run Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 4:20PMA motorist is arrested after reversing onto a pelican crossing and narrowly missing a group of pedestrians.
Spy shots of the Audi A5 Sportback Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 2:43PMThe Audi upcoming A5 Sportback was exposed for a brief amount of time, and the eagle eye spies have found a way to capture it. Read Article
Tip leads to man suspected in car scams Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 12:22PMAn anonymous tip led police Thursday morning to a convicted con man who may have scammed as many as 30 people out of high-end cars advertised on Craigslist and other Web sites.
Car jumps Mill Creek Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 11:21AMThe driver of this crash was lucky to survive according to Marysville police.
Roseboom fire damages home, uproots three Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 9:16AMFire damaged a Roseboom residence Wednesday and left three people temporarily homeless, said Lyle Jones, emergency services coordinator for Otsego County, on Thursday.
Red Cross facing increased need Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 9:16AMA surge in the number of house fires in October is straining the resources of the American Red Cross Southern Tier Chapter, according to spokesman David Currie.
Proposal for rental penalties considered Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 9:16AMA proposal under consideration by the city would levy civil penalties as high as $250 for those who fail to turn in any of the rental residential property inspection forms required by the city.
Absentee ballots being tallied Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 9:15AMBoards of election around the state have begun counting absentee ballots and other paper ballots as they work toward tallying final election results.Most races are decided, but no one has conceded in the 24th Congressional District contest between first-term Rep. Michael Arcuri, D-Utica, and Republican challenger Richard Hanna of Otsego and Barneveld.
DJ HUGIN NEWS/Day presents interim report for third quarter of 2008 Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 6:52AMCorporate news announcement processed and transmitted by Hugin AS. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Man wanted in high-end car scams on Craigslist, other sites Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 5:23AMAuthorities across North Texas are searching for a convicted con man who may have scammed as many as 30 people out of high-end cars advertised on Craigslist and other Web sites.
Deadly crash scene was dimly lit, lacked crosswalk Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 4:01AMProsecutors have still not filed charges in the deaths of an Indianapolis woman and her five-year-old daughter.
Can Audi Expand on Its R8 Success With The Launch Of New Models Like The R4? Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 1:11AMCan Audi Expand on Its R8 Success With The Launch Of New Models Like The R4?
Unattended candle ignites house fire Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 7:18AMCRYSTAL LAKE – A fire started by an unattended candle caused about $30,000 in damage to a Crystal Lake home Sunday morning, fire officials said.
Girl, 5, woman die in crashes on West 56th Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 7:13AMA 5-year-old girl and a 70-year-old woman were killed in separate crashes about an hour apart Tuesday on the Northwestside.
October a bad month for area car dealers Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 6:50AMSales of new vehicles down 27 percent
Police beat Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 6:23AMA Naperville man was arrested after police found him driving on the Union Pacific railroad tracks around 2:45 a.m. Nov. 1. Daniel A. Leblanc Jr., 39, 1507 Georgia Court, Naperville, was charged with driving under the influence.
Scott Burgess: Speedtacular outlook: 2009 Lamborghini LP560-4 joins Gallardo family with a furious frenzy Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 6:22AMHow often does a 41-year-old guy get the chance to wear leather pants and no one notice? Drive up in a Lamborghini and it almost looks natural. During four days of test driving the all-new 2009 Gallardo LP560-- 4, I could have been in a man-kini and no one would have cared. Everyone would still want to be my friend as long as I held the keys to this supercar.
Man leaps to death off bridge Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 4:33AMGREENPORT — A 50-year-old Massachusetts man leapt to his death off of the Rip Van Winkle Bridge Monday morning. According to Senior Investigator Gary Mazzacano of the New York State Police the incident occurred around 10:40 a.m. on the Greenport side of the bridge.
Money Talks: High-Tech Cars Mean Costly Repairs Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 9:35PMMaintaining a car isn’t cheap, but the price of repairs for some of today’s accessories could blow you (and your budget) away.
2009 Audi A4 3.2 FSI - Review of new suspension system in dry & wet conditions Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 8:57PMStylish. Comfortable. Lots of nifty features that are useful and improves safety. Plus an engine that sparks an enthusiasm for driving and a dynamic sport suspension that does it all. The all-new Audi A4 sedan runs that fine line between luxury and sportiness.
Audi Q7, A3 Earn Top Honors in Strategic Vision Total Value Index(R) Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 7:59PM The Audi Q7 earned recognition as the best luxury SUV and the Audi A3 claimed the top ranking among luxury multi-function vehicles in the just-released 2008 Total Value Index® produced by the consumer research firm Strategic Vision.
Vw’s next roadster to debut in January at Detroit Auto Show Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 7:27PMVolkswagen is allegedly working on a reasonably priced mid-engine sports car which it plans to make public sometime early in the next decade.
Man with ‘red gun’ robs Route 99 gas station Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 6:26PM A man armed with what may have been a BB gun reportedly robbed the Route 99 Gas & Services station on Broadway Saturday night.
Motoring Journalist and Broadcaster Jason Dawe Joins Ignition Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 5:34PMWARE, UNITED KINGDOM – November 10, 2008: Jason Dawe, motoring journalist and broadcaster, has joined the management team at automotive learning specialists Ignition as Director, Development effective 1st November 2008.
Hyundai outmuscles Germans with new diesel Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 4:33PMIf the diesel market was a game of soccer, and the match was between Europeans and the South Koreans, most would wager against Seoul for the victory.
Goldenes Lenkrad 2008 - Prestigious Award For The Best Golf Of All Time Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 4:20PMWOLFSBURG/BERLIN – November 10, 2008: Success on a full scale – that was the motto last night for the Volkswagen AG at the awards ceremony of the "Goldenes Lenkrad".
Gaming N ews Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 9:54AMIvan Demidov and Peter Eastgate are at the top of the poker universe.
Cooperstown parks go smoke-free Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 9:16AMCooperstown parks are tobacco-free under a policy approved by village trustees.
NYC opens park lands Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 9:16AMNetSummary
State says Hartwick reval is OK Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 9:16AMHARTWICK "" State officials have ruled that a re-evaluation of property in the town of Hartwick will stand, but many residents, upset over what they see as inequities, say they want to bring in an outside consultant to review the assessments.
area news briefs Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 9:16AMNetSummary
MB makes $90k off stolen, abandoned goods Sunday, November 9, 2008 @ 1:34AMBy Graeme Moore Saturday, November 08, 2008 at 8:23 p.m. Myrtle Beach made $90,000 in less than two hours Saturday morning. The city auctioned off cars, trucks, tractors and others ends and odds.
Sat,08 Nov 2008 Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 5:09PMThe German luxury car manufacturer, Audi, on Friday launched its award-winning super sports car Audi R8 car in New Delhi. The model is priced at 11.7 million rupees and is equipped with an engine displacement of 4,163cc.
Audi R8 - super car launched in India Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 3:12PMNew Delhi/Mumbai, Nov 08 : Grand launch event held at the exclusive environs of the German Embassy, Audi brings exclusive racing fever to India with the R8 Le Mans and Auto Union Type D race car.
Turning it around Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 2:28PMAccording to a handful of Graham players, the Red Devils’ halftime consisted of little more than a few challenges from coaches and a lot of silence.
Next-Generation Mercedes-Benz SLK to get a diesel option Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 1:26PMThe next-generation Mercedes-Benz SLK is said to come out with a diesel option, which will allow it to take on the Audi TT TDI. The diesel engine which is under consideration is the 2.2-litre 4-cylinder twin-turbo motor which is in the Mercedes-Benz C 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Prime Edition.
Audi Japan planning a Q5 Hybrid for 2012 Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 1:26PMAccording to sources Audi Japan are planning an Audi Q5 Hybrid, for 2012. Read Article
EBay cars under $10,000 that beat the pants off a Nissan Versa Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 1:24AMSo before you submit to lowered automotive expectations of a stripped Nissan Versa, consider these choices, all on EBay for $10,000 or less.
American Le Mans Series LMP1 2009 Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 11:38PMHow many races do you think Acura will win in their 1st season of LMP1? All I Can say is expect the unexpected next year! Audi will still be the favorites but they have stiff competition in Acura, Ginetta-Zytek, and possibly the diesel-powered Radical. You just never know.
What’s next for Dyson? Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 10:38PMMaybe a LMP1 Coupe? Aston Martin power? A superbad GT2? Audi R8 GT2?????????
Father charged over baby death Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 9:55PMA 35-year-old father is charged with causing the death of his 10-month-old son by dangerous driving.
Luxury Car Dealers Feeling Some Pain Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 4:58PMTerry Box--The Dallas Morning News. DALLAS -- Workers at Park Place Volvo pounded and painted late into the afternoon, rushing to complete the newest business along the stretch of car dealerships on Lemmon Avenue in Dallas for its opening last month.