(Photos and article by Andreas Dharmawan)

With the estimated eight-million 2012 annual visitors, Hawaii is one of the few places in the world where the number of visitors eclipses the number of residents by close to six times. This situation represents a unique opportunity for many car manufacturers. One reason is that the market for their products is relatively small, smaller than the city of Phoenix, Arizona. That market is even smaller in Audi’s target of the luxury sports car segment. So, why would Audi Hawaii collaborate with Audi of America to increase its brand awareness and presence in Hawaii? 

Calling all Audi Club members! Shell has launched its Shell V-Power® “Ultimate Enthusiast” Contest, a coast-to-coast search for the ultimate, die-hard automotive enthusiast.

From now through December 3, enthusiasts are invited to share why they are the Ultimate Enthusiast here.

(article published in the Summer 2012 qq)

Q: I’ve seen signs that say Shell V-Power® “cleans” the engine—is that true? How does it “clean” my engine? If it is going to clean an engine, how long will it take to get it as clean as possible?

On Saturday, May 5 SPEED TV will present the television debut of “Truth in 24 II: Every Second Counts,” the third installation of the popular documentary series. The film chronicles the gripping challenges overcome by the Audi Sport Team Joest and its engineers at the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans race in France.

PHIL LONG AUDI

Phil Long Audi extends a warm welcome to ACNA members attending the 28th Frank Beddor National Event and The Pikes Peak Race to the Clouds. During these events we are pleased to have the opportunity to show our commitment to ACNA through our involvement in the Rocky Mountain Chapter. For those that don’t know us, we’d like to tell you about Phil Long Audi and what we do.

Photos by Mike Veglia

-Capello/Kristensen/McNish win with a four-lap lead

-Successful farewell performance of the Audi R18 TDI

-Tenth victory for Audi at Sebring 12 Hours

On the R18 TDI’s farewell performance Audi managed a brilliant start into the new FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC).

Graeme Fletcher test drives the 2012 A7 for Motoring 2012 on TSN (Canada)

Graeme Fletcher test drives the 2012 A6 for Motoring 2012 on TSN (Canada)