Raft of enhancements for 2009 Model Year versions of premium compact hatchback includes all-inclusive CO2 reductions.
Visually and mechanically enhanced A3 3dr range available to order from Friday May 2nd, and 5dr A3 Sportback from Monday May 19th for first deliveries in July 2008
S3 becomes available for the first time in five-door Sportback form
Advanced common rail 2.0-litre TDI first seen in A4 Saloon is adopted by A3 in 140PS and 170PS forms, bringing significantly improved efficiency, acoustics and refinement
Improvements to 1.4 TFSI, 1.8 TFSI and 2.0 TFSI petrol engines boost efficiency
Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping as used by the TT and R8 becomes available as an option for selected models
New seven-speed version of S tronic dual clutch transmission for selected models, including, at a later date, the S3New faster-reacting quattro four-wheel-drive system for A3 and S3
The Audi A3 moves with the times this week as a new generation of the market leading premium hatchback range focusing even more acutely on economy and emissions control opens for European order. Set to reach its first customers in July, the latest line-up is equipped with wholly new or revised engines delivering reductions in CO2 emissions of up to 15 per cent, paring back the output of the 1.8 TFSI S tronic model, for example, from 179g/km to 153g/km. More immediately apparent benefits for three-door and five-door Sportback models also include subtle, A3 Cabriolet-inspired styling revisions inside and out and a clearer equipment structure with sophisticated new options including Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping. Full Story
User Name: UBERS4 Real Name: Daniel Stevens Location: Illinois, USA Year of Vehicle: 2005 Model of Vehicle: S4 Engine of Vehicle: 4.2 V8
While most of us may not like to take risks, it can sometimes be a good thing. Going with the status quo certainly won't help you stand out. You're not going to set yourself apart by doing the same thing everyone else is doing. For instance, if you're an Audi enthusiast it may not get you and your car featured in one of these articles we write up every month. Daniel isn't one of those average guys, and his S4 certainly isn't status quo. Daniel, who goes by the name of 'UBERS4' on The Zine, is a pretty passionate guy that has a thing for competing. This has earned him and his 2005 S4 our Featured AZ'er spot for May 2008.
A lot of things stand out on this B6, such as the custom color-matched 19 inch DPE wheels, the flat black roof, and the LED tails. Something less obvious but a bit different are the Rotora 6 Piston big brake kit and the Eisenmann exhaust. Add these bits up with all of the other numerous mods both inside and outside the car and you have one highly modified and extremely personalized S4. Being the loyal member of the Europrojektz crew that he is, Daniel takes his Audi to as many shows and events that he can. It's no surprise that his is usually one of the very few S cars in attendance.
Showing off the work he's put into something is what Daniel does. Whether it be his own personal self, or his vehicles, the guy likes to compete. As show-ready as he's made this B6 beast, we hear there's still more up his sleeve and in the works. I think we're all pretty familiar with the "Mod Bug", and from both the looks and sound of it, Daniel has it bad. Ultimately, that bug is really just passion. Join that passion with taking risks, and that's what gets you those awards on the shelf. I guess it's a good thing Daniel and his S4 are out to win awards.
June 9, 2007 - By Anthony Marino and Jeremy Williams
Physical Location: 4000 SW Macadam Ave,
Portland, OR 97239 Web Address: www.matrixintegrated.cc Owner's Name(s): Jeremy and Justin Williams Jumping into the German tuning scene in the late 90's, brothers Jeremy and Justin Williams have made quite a name for themselves. Now with a total staff of five, in a huge warehouse-style shop in Portland Oregon, these guys pride themselves on both quality tuning and great customer service. Hanging out with the guys for a day, this becomes apparent rather fast.
The "Brothers Williams" came to my attention back in early 2002, when they were mainly wrenching on B5 after B5, in a much smaller shop than they're in now. It's great to see them as passionate as ever about the business, one that's changed and grown quite a lot since then. Portland is awfully lucky to have these guys around.
Big thanks to Matrix Integrated for agreeing to do this interview, and for being a loyal supporter of the Audizine Community for as long as they have. For this we've made them our very first Featured Tuner, and with that they have answered the following questions for us, to help us get a bit of insight on what it takes to run a successful and respected automotive tuning shop. And if you're ever in the Pacific Northwest be sure to give them a call. I'm pretty sure they'd be happy to not only show you around, but also tell you what they could do to improve on your Audi. Full Story
