Audi has been accredited as being the UK’s most secure vehicle manufacturer at the 2008 British Insurance Car Security Awards.
The Vorsprung durch Technik brand scooped three category wins as well as winning the overall Manufacturer of the Year Award for producing the highest number of cars which offer a five-star level of security.
Audi’s cause was aided through the implementation of innovations such as Thatcham Category 1 alarm and immobiliser technology with interior ultrasonic protection, Thatcham Category 4 locking wheel bolts, anti-tow tilt sensors, visible Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) and extensive marked parts across its range.
"I am delighted that the huge investment we have channelled into protective measures for all our cars has proved its worth yet again in Thatcham," commented Jeremy Hicks, director of Audi UK.
"To be acknowledged as number one for car security for a third consecutive year is an achievement which Audi AG’s security team can take considerable pride in."
Audi’s other wins came in the most secure in compact executive class, S8 best in performance car class and TT Roadster best in Convertible/Roadster class categories.
Audi has released details of the Audi TT clubsport quattro study, a look into what would make the perfect TT roadster.
With a cut down wraparound windscreen and no A-pillar to support it, a flat front grille, bucket seats and air inlets, the "sports character" of the TT roadster’s exterior design harks back to classic motorcars of the 1950s.
However, remote control doors, 20-inch alloys, ceramic brakes and a two-litre 300 horse power turbo charged four-cylinder engine ensure that the insides of the TT clubsport quattro are cutting edge.
The immense power of the engine is transferred to all four wheels, making the roadster the first TT to employ four-wheel drive.
According to the study: "The Audi TT clubsport quattro is a purist driving machine that combines the performance of a sports car with a unique design language."
"It consequently remains a TT on the one hand, while at the same time demonstrating just what is possible with such a fascinating production vehicle."
Although the new TT roadster is only a concept, Audi has claimed that it is considering a small-scale production of the model.
Audi has provided details of its new TT Roadster, describing the car as a "significant leap" in the evolution of the compact open-top sports car.
One of the most notable elements of the new car is its bodywork, according to Audi, which comprises 58 per cent aluminium and 42 per cent steel.
This composition is designed to keep the car’s weight down, allow full usage of the vehicle’s powerful petrol engine and maximise "dynamic potential".
Another weight-saving measure is the electro-hydraulically powered cloth hood. The four-cylinder version of the car weighs 1,295kg unladen.
Two petrol engines will be available with the new TT Roadster – a two-litre turbo FSI unit and a 3.2-litre V6 powerplant. The FSI versions of the car will be front-wheel drive operated while the 3.2-litre models will use Audi’s quattro four-wheel drive system.
The TT Roadster will be characterised by new exterior design, including the quattro insignia on the front grille and boot lid, a high gloss finish to the front grille, chrome detailed headlamp surrounds and darkened rear light clusters.
Coming as standard with the new car will be 17-inch alloy wheels with the two-litre model and 18-inch ten-spoke wheels on the V6, as well as sports seats, electronic climate control, an mp3-compatible audio system and a leather-trimmed steering wheel.
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