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Audi Confirms Participation At Lms

Audi is fresh from its domination of the American Le Mans Series but earlier in the year it was not clear whether the German automaker will participate in the Le Mans Series in Europe.

Recently though the automaker which has won last year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans confirmed that they will be participating at the endurance race series. Audi will once again campaign with its Audi R10 a diesel powered race car which has dominated the American Le Mans Series and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Former Formula One driver Allan McNish will once again pilot the Audi R10 along with teammate Dindo Capello. The pair has won last year’s American Le Mans Series championship and will be looking to continue their good showing on European soil.

McNish who hails from Scotland is visibly pumped with the chance of winning a title in his home soil. He is also motivated to win the title as it has eluded him time and time again in the past.

“Having now won the American Le Mans Series title three times I’m delighted to be racing again regularly in Europe” said McNish. “My career began in 1987 and I’ve come close to championship success in Europe on a couple of occasions only to just miss out.”

The Scot said that he last raced in Europe four years ago not counting his appearances in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. “I last raced sportscars regularly in Europe in 2004 and started the final race that year leading the championship but missed out.”

The R10 has not made an appearance in any endurance race series in Europe. The prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans of course is not included as it only happens once a year. Therefore McNish is excited with the prospect of competing in European soil on tracks where the R10 has never prowled before.

“I’m really looking forward to racing at places like Monza Spa and Silverstone again especially for the first time in Audi’s pioneering dieselengined sportscar” said McNish.

Audi is expected to make the R10 more efficient and faster even if it is not equipped with Audi spark plug wires as it is diesel powered. Peugeot will also be entering the competition with a diesel powered racecar. The rivalry between the two is just starting and McNish is aware of this. “We’re likely to face very stiff competition in the LMS in terms of possible race and championship glory but Audi always relishes fierce competition as do I” he concluded.

About the writer:  Anthony Fontanelle is a 35yearold automotive buff who grew up in the Windy City. He does freelance work for an automotive magazine when he is not busy customizing cars in his shop.

Audi A2 And How It Will Save You Money

You should know when it comes to the Audi A2 you are buying a very good quality car. However you should know its going to be a pretty penny but well worth the cost in the long run. When you purchase an Audi A2 you will notice they are German engineered and will need to be up to tune by a mechanic. There are many forums that contain information pertaining how to maintain the tune ups on the vehicle. The Audi is one of the most wanted brands of cars no matter what model they are and that proves you that the Audi A2 will be the one that serves you the best. If you plan on buying a new Audi A2 you should check out the Internet for the best place thats selling the Audi with a warranty. The purchasing of this car will save you on money for gas mileage and have parts that last a very long time. The Audi A2 also is equipped with the top safety for any family to be safe while driving.

The best ways to saving money in this economy today is to save big on your gas that you use in your vehicle. You should know when it comes to the gasoline that goes in your car you want a car that doesnt waste it. The Audi A2 is one of the best cars that Audi has in production serving you with the best gas mileage of its time. Audi A2 gives you the space you need with the best gas saving around. When you drive the Audi A2 you will notice its performance being the top notch from any other car in the market today. However the Mercedes brings completion to the Audi Company. When you pick a car thats reliable you are searching for one that doesnt have parts that go out when purchased new. The Audi Company built the Audi A2 to last and bring you the quality you need. Another great thing about the Audi A2 is that its built from aluminum alloy that allows it to be very lightweight. The light weight body provides the Audi A2 with its gas mileage and allowing the car to be spacious.

The Audi A2 provides you with the parts that last and bring you quality. If you plan on getting a new Audi A2 you will be happy to know there is plenty of information that is out there today providing you the answers. There are many forums that allow you to speak to other Audi car owners. The Audi A2 brings you a step closer to the ultimate family car. This means the interior of the car provides many places to store needed things for your ride and also the Audi A2 is equipped with everything you need when you have a flat tire. The Audi A2 is one of the best gas saver cars out on the market today and provides you with what you need.

About the writer:nbsp;nbsp;Hendrik Kleinwaechter is an automotive engineer from the area of Chicago.

A Quick Guide To Trailer Hitch Accessories

With a few handy accessories an average family vehicle can be transformed into an awesome towing machine capable of taking on extremely heavy loads.

A trailer hitch is the standard accessory which is used as a bridge from the vehicle to trailer. These hitches come in a variety of types which are often classified in categories based on position or how much weight the hitch can tow. A trailer hitch often requires a certain amount of drilling and it may thus require a professional to lend a hand.

Front mount hitches are attached to the front of the vehicle and are often seen on trucks and SUVs that employ winches or snowplows.
A receiver hitch is often the choice for those wishing to attach a trailer or bike rack. These are often quick to bolt on and are custom made for many types of vehicle. It is important to try to select a hitch that matches the vehicles color scheme as well as to find one that has a lifetime warranty if possible.
Heavy duty hitches are use for hauling very large trailers or RVs including those which weigh up to 30000 lbs.

One extremely important component to consider is a brake controller. Brake controllers come in handy for stops because they are able to control the trailers brake system. One popular type is the timed brake controller which has a set delay between the time the brake is engaged to when the full output is reached. Another type is the proportional brake controller which monitors the slowing of your vehicle and proportionally adjusts the trailers brakes for an even stop. A third type is the Inertia Brake Controller which is able to automatically adjust the slowdown based on the braking rate.

Once the basics are down some might choose to explore various other hitch components. For example a trailer hitch camera can be used to connect to a trailer without assistance. It allows for reverse navigation and can be used at night. Cargo Net Tie Downs are used to hold down cargo loads that are hitch mounted.

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