Just a friendly reminder, we are your source for IN STOCK Carbonio cold air intake systems for your VW or Audi. We also offer FREE shipping anywhere in the Continental US! Simply click on the image below to begin shopping or call us at 425-895-0000 to place your order.
Achtuning is proud to be the Authorized Distributor for Carbonio Cold Air Intake (CAI) systems. Manufactured from aerospace grade carbon fiber, Carbonio further improves this material by incorporating a proprietary thermal barrier layer in its construction. The result is an exceptionally light and strong part that minimizes intake temperatures. This ensures that the engine optimizes power by receiving the coldest and most oxygen rich air possible.
Carbonio's line of intakes for Audi and Volkswagens represent the pinnacle of induction design. Extensive testing has resulted in an intake that maximizes performance in all driving conditions. Power will come on sooner and the engine will pull for longer and stronger.
Benefits of the Carbonio CAI System include:
Increases Horsepower and Torque
Improves Throttle Response
Flattens Torque Curve (engine is less 'peaky')
Improves Fuel Economy
Enhances Engine's Volumetric Efficiency
Installs in an Hour (does not require bumper or headlight removal)
Maintains All Factory Emissions Components
Fits Both Manual and Automatic Transmissions
Unique Thermal Barrier Composite Construction Ensures Low Inlet Temperatures
Fully Compatible and Complimentary with APR Software and Exhaust systems
Each Carbonio Kit Includes:
Aerospace Grade Carbon Fiber Intake Section with Show Quality Finish
We installed the first set of 5x100 Hartmann Euromesh 4 wheels on a VW today! These are 18x8 with a 32mm offset and spaced with H&R's DR-series 5mm spacers up front and 15mm spacers out back. Wrapped in some 225/40-18 Blizzak LM60 tires, this Golf is ready for this Winter season!
Building upon over thirteen years experience turbocharging Audi/VW engines, including four with the 2.0 TSI, APRs Engineers have once again taken the TSI to ground breaking levels of performance. APR is pleased to introduce the 2.0 TSI Stage III+ Turbocharger System producing 451 horsepower on standard 93 octane pump fuel and 501 horsepower on 100 octane race fuel! Thanks to APRs advanced real time engine management calibration capabilities, the Stage III+ turbocharger spool is lightning fast with a nearly flat torque curve from 3500 RPM all the way to redline. In all driving conditions, Stage III+ has power instantly on tap to pull you back in your seat and put a huge grin on your face.
Power levels beyond that of the APR Stage III Turbocharger system were made possible with the addition of three main components:
Garrett/Honeywell GT3071R Turbocharger capable of airflow levels approximately 25% higher than the Stage III GT2860RS unit.
APR High Pressure Direct Injection Injectors approximately 30% larger than standard OEM TSI injectors.
APRs world-class Stage III+ engine management recalibration, available in multiple octane levels seen around the world.
Stage III+ Upgrade System (For Existing Stage III Customers)
APR's Stage III+ Turbocharger System is available as a turn key solution for new customers or as an upgrade for those who have previously purchased an APR Stage III Turbocharger System. This upgrade package includes upgraded APR Stage III+ Software, APR Stage III+ Turbocharger, APR Stage III+ Injectors and all the necessary replacement parts needed to upgrade your Stage III to Stage III+! A valid Stage III Authorization code must be presented to purchase a Stage III+ Upgrade System.
Horsepower, Torque and Power Delivery
Impressive levels of power are available from as early as 3500 RPM's, giving you the performance you need in all driving conditions!
93 (R+M)/2 Octane
100 (R+M)/2 Octane
To better understand the power produced by this system, take a look at our in house dyno testing. The results are shown using all available correction factors, directly at the dyno pod measuring units.
APR Advertised Average 100 Octane Estimated Crank Figures:
501 HP / 432 FT-LBS of Torque
Brutal Acceleration
The APR Stage III+ Turbocharger System can be driven just like a stock car in normal day to day driving scenarios, but by simply pushing the gas all the way to the floor, tremendous levels of power are immediately unleashed!
Pricing
All of this power comes at an affordable price, and is available at APR dealers around the world. Starting today,
till January 2nd, the APR Stage III+ Turbocharger System will be available at special introductory pricing.
Stage III+ Turbocharger System Retail: $5,999.00 Sale: $5,399.10
Stage III+ Upgrade System Retail: $2,999.00 Sale: $2,699.10
H&R's Trak+ wheel spacers are now featured in the ACHTUNING online catalog with ACTUAL pictures representing each Audi, Porsche, and VW spacer H&R has to offer, and WE STOCK THEM!! Click the link below to begin shopping for your H&R wheel spacers!!
The Hartmann HGTI-139 Wheel is now ON SALE - $200 ea!! This limited edition run of 18x8 +45 wheels are a perfect "upgrade" from the factory version with it's wider specs and more aggressive offset! Click the image above and order today!!
The APR Motorsport team will enter the 2012 Rolex Series season with the first Audi R8 LMS in North America, beginning with the 50th Rolex 24 at Daytona
November 23, 2011 (Opelika, AL) - APR Motorsport is proud to announce that it will become the first team to compete in the GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series with the Audi R8 LMS, when the team takes the green flag for January's 50th Rolex 24 at Daytona on January 28, 2012 - and, hopefully, is first to the checkered flag on January 29.
Passion for the Audi brand runs deep at APR. Stephen Hooks, President and CEO of APR, was an aspiring driver and Audi enthusiast who raced Audis in the Motorola Cup - the predecessor to GRAND-AM. After leaving his driving ambitions to build APR into the largest aftermarket and motorsport company for Audis worldwide, Hooks returned to competition as a principal in APR Motorsport. The team was the first to race Audi's newest and hottest sedan, the B8 model generation Audi S4, in the GRAND-AM Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge. Being the first team to field the R8 LMS in North America is a natural progression for APR Motorsport.
The winning pedigree of APR Motorsport's brand-new Audi R8 LMS, the first example built for the Rolex Series, is undoubtedly strong as well. Examples of the Audi R8 LMS have taken victory more than one hundred times in races in Europe, Asia, Australia, and South America. Now, APR's customers - as well as Audi fans from Ingolstadt to Alabama - will cheer on the APR Audi R8 LMS as it seeks to add to the win tally.
Building upon experience gained in the CTSCC, APR Motorsport will now have the Rolex Series' Grand Touring class looking over its shoulders with the series' newest major contender, the Audi R8 LMS. Using the same team and infrastructure that has made the team a force to be reckoned with in the CTSCC, the team will now look to shake up the status quo of the Rolex Series - which has seen the series dominated by the same three manufacturers over the past several seasons.
The Audi R8 LMS, which is already a proven platform for success in GT racing the world over, will have the rest of the GT field looking over its shoulders. APR Motorsport also remains committed to discovering and developing the best driving talent found today in GRAND-AM.
Teams hoping that this will spell and end to APR Motorsport's efforts in the CTSCC will be disappointed, as the team will continue its CTSCC program in 2012, with an exciting announcement about that program coming soon. APR Motorsport will make further announcements about drivers for the APR Audi R8 LMS, as well as marketing partners, in the coming weeks.
APR Motorsport's Audi R8 LMS will make its on-track debut - dressed in the distinctive APR Motorsport livery - at the Roar Before the Rolex 24 test at Daytona International Raceway on January 6-8, 2012.
Need a Holiday gift idea that won't break the bank? Check out this 2.0T necessity! Thanks to the guys at the 2.0T owners have the Modular Boost Tap and PCV Bypass System that plugs directly into the intake manifold and makes several configuration options available, like boost gauges and a catch can. ON SALE, it's just at the $50 mark and we're offering FREE SHIPPING! Click the image below to start your Holiday shopping early and take advantage of SALE PRICING!!
How about this for a Holiday stocking stuffer idea? The APR badge is IN STOCK with FREE SHIPPING in the Continental US!
The APR Badge will work for all customers modified with APR's different stages of performance enhancements. Proudly display your APR car's performance stage with the customizable APR badge. OEM style domed and polished chrome letters make the badge appear as if it was installed right on the VAG assembly line. The badge includes the Letters A, P, R, a red a black 'Stage' flag, three chrome 'Stage' roman numerals and one red and black 'Plus Stage' hash mark. Perfect for those with APR Stage I through Stage III+. Click on the image above to order!
Just a friendly reminder to roll by ACHTUN!NG and take advantage of APR sale pricing on ECU upgrades and pick up IN STOCK Carbonio cold air intakes! The image above will also allow you to begin shopping online!
How about a GREAT deal (close to $500 savings!!) on these STaSIS cast wheels, 19x8.5 +45 - $300 ea!! They are a customer return that have NEVER been mounted or installed. Perfect condition. Who's down? Call us at 425-895-0000 to order these as they are not in our online catalog.
Taking advantage of 10% off sale pricing on the Hartmann Euromesh wheel line-up is Ken with his Audi (C7) A6 - 18" Hartmann Euromesh 4 is his choice for a winter set-up. Lookin' good, Ken!
Careful measuring, LOTS of communication back-and-forth, waiting, more communication, then more waiting... We're told the process had been painful and lengthy, but in the end it was all worth it as Patty now has the first red/white combo'd MINI Cooper running color-matched BBS RS wheels. You'd really be hard pressed to find a better looking example out there! All that was needed was the finishing touch and we were tasked with the installation of NM Engineering's RSA Spring Kit, mounting and balancing tires on the new rollers, and installing a set of StopTech Street Performance brake parts to improve braking and minimize brake dust.
End result...
... a very happy and proud MINI owner! Thank you for the opportunity, Patty!
Just in case our readers here haven't heard the news...
Originally Posted by Arin@APR
Pirro and Nelson Canache round out driver roster for APR Motorsport
Jan. 4, 2012 (Opelika, Ala.) Bolstering its first effort on the Rolex 24 at Daytona, APR Motorsport is proud to announce Emanuele Pirro a man synonymous with Audi and success in endurance racing will be behind the wheel of the no. 51 APR Motorsport Audi R8 Grand-Am for this years 24-hour classic.
I would like to thank APR for giving me this opportunity to drive in one of the classic 24-hour races, said Pirro. I have a lot to learn, and I hope to be able, together with the rest of the APR Motorsport team, to finish the race in a good position to make the best possible introduction of the Audi R8 Grand-Am in the American market. I know the race will be super competitive. I am ready for it; I am well trained; I am in very good shape and very motivated. I will have a very open-minded approach, as I have very limited experience in the GT class, although I have overtaken tons of them in 10 years of prototype racing!
Pirros success with Audi dates back to 1994 when he took the Italian Touring Car Championship at the wheel of an Audi 80 sedan. Sports car fans in America will undoubtedly link him to Audis legendary R8 and R10 LMP racers, which Pirro drove to five wins in the 24 Hours of Le Mans as well as two championships in the American Le Mans Series. After retiring from active competition with Audi, Pirro drove in select ALMS races in the Drayson Lola earning himself a spot on SpeedHunters.coms Greatest 20 Overtakes with a daring move to take the lead at the 12 Hours of Sebring in 2010.
However, despite his many successes with Audi at LeMans, Daytona holds a special place in Pirros heart as he scored a class win in the 1981 race at the tender age of 19.
The Rolex 24 at Daytona has a very special meaning for me, said Pirro. It was my very first car race outside of Italy, driving the Lancia Montecarlo Turbo in the World Endurance Championship opening round. My racing experience was very limited, and the longest race I had done was 25 minutes. I remember the first time I saw the track. I was almost shocked! After this fantastic experience, when I came back to Italy I was celebrated as a hero. I never went back and now, after 31 years, I am really excited about it.
Rounding out the driver lineup for APR Motorsport will be Venezuelan Nelson Canache. A two-time champion in the Venezuelan Super Touring GT class, Canache spent his 2011 season competing in the Seat Leon Super Cup in Mexico as well as the NASCAR Whelen All American Series Championship. This will be the first Rolex 24 at Daytona for the Caracas native.
I am extremely excited for my first attempt at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, said Canache. Daytona is one of the most famous racetracks in the world, and the 24 Hours is well-known in Venezuela. APR Motorsport is a great team, and I think we are going to have a great run in the 24 Hours later this month.
With the driving lineup of the no. 51 APR Motorsport Audi R8 Grand-Am solidified, Stephen Hooks, president and CEO of APR, is anxiously awaiting the green flag at the Rolex 24 at Daytona at the end of the month.
To have the chance to bring Emanuele on board for the Rolex 24 at Daytona is a dream come true, said Hooks. Hes one of the most successful endurance racers of our time and a hero to Audi fans all over the world. For us, he will be a tremendous wealth of knowledge and experience that we, as a team, can draw from. We arent underestimating the challenge of finishing the Rolex 24 at Daytona, but having Emanuele join APR gives everyone a big boost of confidence.
Nelson tested with us recently, and he showed outstanding pace and gave great feedback in an unfamiliar car, setting a track record in his second on-track session. He will be a great addition to the team of Dion, Dr. Jim, Ian and of course, Emanuele.
The APR drivers will get behind the wheel of the no. 51 APR Motorsport Audi R8 Grand-Am for the first time at this weekends Roar Before the 24, Friday January 6 through Sunday January 8, at Daytona International Speedway.
ABOUT APR
APR LLC is an automotive engineering firm operating a 36,000 sq. ft. performance campus in Opelika, Ala. APR was founded in 1997 with a corporate philosophy of Integrity, Excellence and Innovation. APRs sole mission is to provide the highest quality and most highly engineered aftermarket performance parts available for Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT and Skoda vehicles. Learn more at www.goapr.com.
ABOUT AUDI
Audi of America, Inc. and its U.S. dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. AUDI AG is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. During 2010 Audi was the top performing luxury brand in Europe, and broke all-time company sales records in the U.S. Over the next few years, AUDI AG will invest nearly $16 billion on new products and technologies. Visit www.audiusa.com or www.audiusanews.com for more information regarding Audi vehicle and business issues.
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Parathyroid.com is an educational website discussing the adverse health issues associated with high blood calcium. It is recognized as the leading authority on hyperparathyroidism caused by parathyroid tumors located in the neck which affect one in 1000 people causing high blood calcium, osteoporosis, chronic fatigue, depression and kidney stones, among other conditions. Parathyroid.com is an educational website discussing the adverse health issues associated with high blood calcium.
Cole came through to take advantage of 10% off sale pricing just before the end of our Holiday Sale and picked up a set of Hartmann Euromesh 4 wheels, 18x8 +32 for his VW (Mk4) R32. While the Hartmann offset is a bit more aggressive than what comes from the factory, we felt the addition of H&R 20mm DRA spacers out back was necessary to help narrow the gap between tire and fender and Cole was happy with the result!
The Achtuning VW Golf R has finally arrived and here she sits (for a very short period) in stock form, a perfect blank canvas for us to start from. A short cruise around the area put a smile on my face. Though it isn't as quick as our Achtuning A3 currently equipped with the APR K04 kit, software should easily bring it back to the power level we would expect. Cornering feels fantastic and the Golf R goes in the direction you point it without hesitation. Though the car feels great in stock form, we're already anxious to get started on this project! Here are a couple more pictures taken shortly after delivery...
The Volkswagen Racing Cup is to enter the 2012 season with a new title sponsor US Volkswagen Group tuning specialist APR, which is backing Britains most competitive and best-supported one-make saloon series as part of a new push into Europe.
Alabama-based APR, one of the biggest names in the world of Porsche, Audi, SEAT, Skoda and Volkswagen aftermarket performance products, has set up its European headquarters in Milton Keynes alongside those of Volkswagen Racing UK, and is set to become not just the championships title sponsor but also a technical partner.
APR will assist with scrutineering and offer technical assistance to competitors in the APR Volkswagen Racing Cup. APR was established in 1997 and has many years of motorsport experience in the USA, said vice-president Keith Lucas, and it is a logical progression for us to bring the expertise we have gained to the European motorsport market and to offer it to competitors here.
Britain is the ideal place for us to start our European programme and the Volkswagen Racing Cup is a natural partner for us. It is a great championship and the competitors are enthusiastic and driven, just like APR.
Sam Roach of Volkswagen Racing UK welcomed APR to the series: Its a great fit APR has built a peerless reputation in the world of motorsport and aftermarket Volkswagen performance parts and the companys knowledge and experience will prove a major benefit to the championship.
In the United States, APR Motorsport has enjoyed major success over several seasons in GRAND-AM sports car racing the team is set to contest the Rolex 24 at Daytona later this month with the first Audi R8 LMS in North America and also races two Mk VI Golf GTIs and three Mk VI Jetta GLIs in the ST class of the GRAND-AM challenge.
The Volkswagen Racing Cup was established in the UK in 2000 and is entering its 13th season as the sole saloon- racing supporting event to British GT and British F3. This year the championship will also race at Brands Hatch alongside the German touring car championship and at Spa- Francorchamps in Belgium as a supporting event to the 25- hour Fun Cup.
While we have APR looking into a few details prior to software upgrades, we are wasting no time with the Achtuning VW Golf R and getting right down to the suspension! Our Achtuning VW (Mk5) Jetta 2.5L had up until now been running the H&R Premium coil-over kit taken from the Achtuning A3, which has been down for the count while it awaits an APR Stage 4 motor. We're then going to throw the stock Golf R suspension on the Jetta for now.
H&R also sent us an RSS Club Sport coil-over kit to put on the A3 but more about that later... It's Golf R time!
The H&R Premium coil-over kit is now installed on the Achtuning Golf R. The Achtuning "Signature" ride height is a mild drop leaving roughly a finger-to-two-finger gap between the top of the tire and the bottom of the fender. These are just after installation so we anticipate a small amount of spring settling to occur.
Got a chance to snap a couple of pictures of the installed H&R front and rear sway bars today on our Golf R project, then I took pictures of the Premium coil-overs we're running to show where the adjustment perches sit...
We then took the opportunity to test-fit some H&R wheel spacers to check clearances, etc. with the different sizes. I am happy to report the hub-centric 8mm (HR162555716) and 10mm (HR20255571A/B) spacers fit over the factory hubs just fine. On the stock wheels, we would suggest a 5mm front and 10mm rear H&R wheel spacer for a "mildly" aggressive look or 10mm front and 12mm rear spacers for the more aggressive look, as seen below:
... And compared to stock:
Take that info with a grain of salt, as ride height will certainly be a factor when deciding wheel spacer widths.
Squeezed into our schedule today was a short test-fit of the Hartmann G5 Wheels on the Achtuning Golf R. The wheels are 19x8 with a 45mm offset. They're wrapped with 235/35-19 Falken FK452s and shown here without any wheel spacing. The "stance" is fairly aggressive and looks fantastic! Though I might suggest a 225/35-19 for those who plan to run a bit lower than this.
The StopTech Sport Kit install continues, and with our experience will improve the braking capabilities of our VW Golf R considerably. The kit, complete with OE-sized rotors, pads, and stainless-steel braided brake lines is intended to offer much less brake dust than the factory supplied pads as well as bite down on the slotted rotors with a bit more grip, instilling the confidence needed to brake at the last second possible using the factory calipers.
ACHTUNING is now stocking StopTech's new STR 600 and STR 660 brake fluid, high performance DOT4 fluids engineered to optimize brake system performance at high operating temperatures, and compatible with modern ABS and other vehicle dynamic control systems.
Audi Club Northwest and University Audi present the University of Quattro: Saturday, February 4th, 2012 at the Monroe Fairgrounds/Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA
For the novice driver and the experienced veteran this event will have something for everyone!
For our high performance drivers school we will put students (teens and adults) through a litany of exercises designed to help you become a better driver, more able to deal with extreme situations with ease, and more comfortable on your daily commute as well. Walking you through these exercises are Audi Club instructors who will make you feel at ease while learning things that one day might save your life. You will have hands on experience in your car and there will be multiple short discussion sessions where things learned on the course will be discussed in detail. Towards the end of the day students will be taken out to our low speed autocross course should they choose and get to drive a timed lap that will test what you learned all day in real time with only time consequences when you make a mistake. See the more detailed description of this event and register at www.audiclubnw.motorsportreg.com. You must pre-register to attend this event.
For our more experienced drivers we will have a full, very large autocross utilizing portions of the Monroe Speedway racetrack. This will be a very unique autocross with the camber of the track being used for the additional challenge that creates. The huge figure 8 oval will be used for the majority of the course. We are limiting registrations to 30 cars so there will be plenty of runs. Bring plenty of gas. In the afternoon there will be at least four high end instructor sessions where lines at Pacific Raceways and Portland International raceway will be discussed as well as some technical sessions where car alignment, tire pressures, and other car related things will be discussed. All included in the basic entry fee. See more information about this and register at www.audiclubnw.motorsportreg.com
For those who just want to partake in the afternoon technical sessions there is also an opportunity to just sign up for those. Audi Club North America membership is required for entry into these sessions and you must register on the www.audiclubnw.motorsportreg.com website. Members get into these talks for FREE.
Audi's are not required for this or any portion of University of Quattro so feel free to invite friends and co-workers to this event. ACNA membership is not required for either the Drivers Education (exercises or autocross) or the full autocross.
Late Friday evening we installed APR's ECU software upgrade along with their high-pressure fuel pump on the Achtuning Golf R.
The software upgrade combined with the fuel pump is expected to give us an additional 80hp and 80tq, and a quick run up and down the highway post install proved the upgrades made quite the difference! Going to need to get a bit more seat time to offer a better impression in words though... :D
We are proud to announce APR's release of their 2.0T Tuning Package for the North American Volkswagen Golf R!
Volkswagen Automotive Group's 2.0T found in the Golf R is the world's premiere 4 cylinder turbocharged engine and APR has developed a line of premiere performance enhancements to compliment VAG's achievement. APR's expertly recalibrated engine management upgrades and professionally engineered OEM replacement performance engine components result in an even more enjoyable, powerful and efficient operation with no loss of life or use. APR's complete line of performance enhancements have been developed for the 2.0T to provide increases of 83 FT-LBS of torque and 79 HP with an APR ECU and Hardware upgrades.
APR's Software, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Teams have built upon years of experience and unmatched accomplishments with VAG's standard 200HP 2.0T FSI engine to develop new breakthroughs in drivability and performance enhancement for the Golf R 2.0T. APR has been able to fully realize the upgrades VAG provided in increased engine durability, efficiency and performance to deliver a tuning program that is the culmination of 9 years of research and development and unparalleled in the performance aftermarket.
APR Golf R ECU Upgrade Stages
The APR Stage I ECU Upgrade is an ODB-II ECU upgrade that not only gives you higher peak numbers of 306 horsepower and 293 ft-lbs of torque, but also gains of up to 38 horsepower and 34lb-ft throughout the power band!
APR's ECU Upgrade is the best power per dollar modification for the 2.0T and gives it just the extra edge these cars lack from the factory without pushing the limits. With factory like smoothness and drivability APR's ECU Upgrade will fill the void in an otherwise excellent car.
All APR Software is available for 91 (R+M)/2, 93 (R+M)/2, 100 (R+M)/2, 95 RON, 98 RON and 104 RON fuel grades.
With the addition of an APR High Pressure Fuel Pump, APR's Stage I+ ECU upgrade offers large gains in midrange torque and horsepower. An additional 55 ft-lbs of torque and 55 horsepower over stock is on tap.
At these impressive power levels, the Golf-R demands an intake system that allows the turbocharger to breath more freely. With the addition of an APR Intake System, staggering gains of 83 ft-lbs of torque and 79 horsepower over stock were achieved. An impressive 338 ft-lbs of torque and 335 HP will transform the Golf-R into an AWD super car with only minor updates!
As always, APR's Stage I+ ECU upgrade is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I customers.
APR Stage II requires an APR RSC Exhaust System and is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I or I+ customers. More information and power figures will be available once their new exhaust system is released!
APR Stage II+ requires an APR RSC Exhaust System and an APR High Pressure Fuel Pump. APR Stage II+ is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I, I+ or II customers.
APR Stage III Software is included with our world renowned APR Stage III Turbocharger Systems. APR is currently verifying their Stage III Turbocharger Systems for the US market and will have more information soon!
Price:
$599
Flashing Method:
APR Direct Port Programming. Flashed through the OBD-II port. No soldering, No opening or removing the ECU.
APR's K04 Turbo Kit for the Audi (B8) A4 2.0T proves to be a fantastic bang-for-buck turbo upgrade, and along with APR's expertly calibrated engine management software it will boost power levels to 312 horsepower and 367lb-ft of torque, a 103hp/tq increase over stock! (93-octane) And it's as OEM-looking as you can get which is great for the dealer visits if keeping under the radar is your thing, though around here we're surrounded by mod-friendly dealers so that shouldn't even really be a concern. The APR product has proven itself time and time again that it's not there to cause you or your car harm, but safely and reliably give you the power your VW or Audi deserves! This will be a fun project.
The ACHTUNING VW Golf R is suited up and ready for this weekend's test n' tune session. Equipped with StopTech's "Sport" brake upgrade (slotted rotors/street performance pads/stainless-steel lines) and Hartmann Euromesh 4 wheels that are wrapped in Falken RT615s, we anticipate quite the performance from our all-wheel-driven, K04 equipped Golf, especially now that we've got the ECU tune and high pressure fuel pump from APR to back it up as well!!
The Hartmann Euromesh 4 wheels are 18x8 with a 45mm offset, and sit perfectly within the arches both front and back, offering plenty of room for the meaty RT615s.
i just bought a 2009 audi a4 preimum plus, black interior and exterior. any suggestions on what i can do to it without voiding the warranty? i had a 2001 a4 that was worked to the max, and it's for sale now. let meknow...thanks !!
There are bound to be several APR dealers in your area (including new Audi dealers) that should be able to alleviate any concerns you have about chipping your A4. That's honestly the first thing I'd do, no hesitation. Suspension and brake upgrades are also recommended, and we feature the different suspension and brake options we have available for your A4 in our online catalog. Feel free to contact us directly if you need additional information or assistance about specific products for your vehicle.
APR is running a special offer on the Audi (B8) A4 Carbon Fiber Cold Air Intake System (CI100021) - enter coupon code APRINTAKE-20B8 when shopping at ACHTUNING.com and save $75! We've got these intakes IN STOCK, ready to go and we've included FREE SHIPPING to boot!! Click on the image above to begin your online order.
APR is pleased to present a new ECU Calibration Strategy for all 3.0 T ECU Upgrades!!
APR's Engineering Teams have finished final testing of a new ECU Calibration for the Stage I and Stage II+ ECU Upgrades. The results are an additional 20-30 Horsepower and ft-lbs of torque depending on operating conditions, and the addition of APR Motorsport features designed to enhance your driving experience.
Accompanying these updates, all ECU's flashed with APR's v2.0 software will be subject to subsequent updates via OBD-II port reflashes through APR's world wide distribution network, ie us!
For several years, APR's tested the 3.0 TFSI through brutal professional motorsport racing in the Grand-AM and World Challenge Road Racing Series. Automotive Engineering firms have continuously turned to endurance racing as proving grounds for new technologies and to measure the durability and viability of these new technologies in a rigorous total system accelerated life-testing environment found in very few alternatives. Through this testing and research APR's Engineering Team is able to deliver a more powerful application of the Stage I and Stage II+ ECU Upgrade and do so knowing little to no loss of life will be suffered in the comparison to the Original Calibration and engine performance levels.
APR's dynamic calibration changes allow the TVS1320 supercharger unit to operate to its full potential under many different ambient conditions. The resulting increase in intake mass airflow delivers more power though the entire rev range, no matter what APR Stage or APR Performance program you choose. Accordingly, adjustments were made to other areas of the ECU calibration to ensure proper operation as intended by the OEM.
APR's Motorsport Left Foot Braking feature is now available allowing customers more control over their vehicle's throttle. Under normal operation, throttle input is disabled while pressing the accelerator and brake at the same time, however this may be undesirable for those looking to get the most out of their vehicles performance on the track. Enabling the left foot braking feature, the driver will have complete control over the vehicle's throttle and braking system, which may give the edge he or she needs at the track.
APR's Motorsport Rev Limiter is also now available allowing 6MT customers to reach max RPM without the ECU slowing down acceleration nearly 400 RPM's earlier. The result is more power to redline and a definable redline feeling as seen on Audi Quattro GMBH vehicles such as the B7 RS4 and R8 V8 & V10.
Version 2.0 software is now available and is a FREE upgrade for all existing APR Stage I and Stage II+ customers.
Application Guide
B8 S4 3.0 TFSI - 6MT & DSG
B8 S5 3.0 TFSI - 6MT & DSG
C6 A6 3.0 TFSI - Tiptronic
For more information on APR ECU and Hardware Upgrades, please visit the following links:
H&R sent us a second set of coil-overs to test on the Golf R on Friday. After the first test n' tune session we felt we could use something a little stiffer and the H&R RSS Club Sport coil-over kit is designed for the committed motorsport enthusiast who is willing to relinquish some ride comfort in return for ultimate handling performance. After installation we threw the Golf R on our alignment rack for corner-balancing before heading to the Test N' Tune session on Saturday.
The stiffer suspension helped shave seconds off already good lap times so we are very pleased with the results, though we'd definitely not recommend the set-up for the typical street-driven car. We're communicating our feedback with H&R and there's talks of an Achtuning-exclusive coil-over kit that might offer a good balance for both street and track. Stay tuned...
Last edited by Dion@Achtuning; 02-06-2012 at 11:48 AM.
Carl brought us his Audi (B5) A4 avant in as the miles were getting up there and the original suspension was in need of replacing. Rather than sticking with OEM components he chose H&R's avant-specific Street Performance coil-overs but wanted to retain as much of the factory comfort as possible. Turns out the B5 application sits pretty close to stock at the highest setting and Carl is very pleased. He also brought us this Borla exhaust to throw on while we had it up on the rack.
Better than when brand new, Carl should be pleased with the over-all performance of his new suspension and exhaust, breathing new life in a decade-old car!
APR Establishes Wholly Owned Subsidiary in Milton Keynes, UK to Support UK Sales and Distribution and to Continue Development of a European Specific Product Line
APR, LLCs Volkswagen Group Performance Programs are perhaps the largest and most recognizable aftermarket performance product lines for late model Volkswagen Group vehicles the world over. As a further commitment to the excellence of these products outside of North America, APR has opened a new facility in Milton Keynes, UK. APR Motorsport, LTD was incorporated in the UK as a Limited Company in September of 2011. After many months of hard work establishing the new European operation, APR is pleased to announce the Grand Opening.
Beginning on March 1, 2012, APR Motorsport is officially open for business. APR Motorsports services include Sales and Support of all APR products, Service, Diagnosis, Repair and Fitting for all late model Volkswagen Group Vehicles, Bespoke Remapping, Motorsport Preparation and Dynamometer Testing. All services are performed by accredited motorsport technicians and/or accredited mechanical and calibration engineers with years of experience in OEMs, Motorsport and the Aftermarket. Keith Lucas, Vice President of APR, LLC, is the Managing Director of the APR Motorsport, LTD and has relocated to the UK to oversee operations for the foreseeable future.
APR, LLC President and CEO, Stephen Hooks commented, We feel that we bring a truly unique opportunity in our specific industry and we are proud to extend this reach into the UK and the European continent. It is a natural progression for our global brand and we are completely dedicated to its success. APR has penetrated North America and the Asian countries with market share beyond that of the competition and the same principles of innovation, integrity and excellence will be the basis for a long term foundation in Europe.
Trade enquiries are welcome as well and APR Motorsport plans to develop a distribution network of the UKs most premier Volkswagen Group specialist performance centers in the upcoming months. With local inventory and support, APR anticipates many happy clients for years to come now that they are able to support the Volkswagen Group Enthusiast Community in the same manner as other parts of the world.
Further to servicing the UK market, APR Motorsport is also responsible for developing APRs European product line in conjunction with the engineering teams in the USA at APR, LLC and their vendors. ECU Calibrations, Intakes, Exhaust Systems, Intercoolers, Turbocharger and Supercharger Upgrade Systems and Performance Accessories for the European markets will be developed in the UK or on the Continent. APR Motorsport has already been busy testing APRs New TTRS Performance Program with brutal track testing of their Stage 1 ECU Calibration at the Nurburgring and prototype test fitting of the upcoming TTRS Stage III Turbocharger Upgrade System for Right Hand Drive Vehicles.
APR Motorsport, LTD shares facilities with Racing Line, LTD who trades as Volkswagen Racing and operates the Volkswagen Racing Cup. APR Motorsport is the title sponsor for the Cups 2012 season. APR plans to hold reserved parking and special event activities for Volkswagen Owners at each race in addition to their normal sponsorship duties.
APR Motorsport, LTD is located at 4 Quattro Park, Tanners Drive, Milton Keynes MK14 5BP. Their hours of operation are from 9am-6pm Monday through Friday and on the weekends by appointment. To reach APR Motorsport by phone: 01908 214 303 by email:gmorss@goapr.com and on the World Wide Web at www.goapr.co.uk.
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