Advertisement Active front axle steering systems enable a steering angle to be produced at the front wheels which deviate from the steering wheel angle turned by the driver. This means they can provide the driver with support. Function Hydraulic and …
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Advertisement The Quattro permanent all-wheel drive system (optional feature on the TT 2.0 TFSI, and standard on the TTS) is a unique feature of the compact Audi sports car. The key innovations are an advanced electro-hydraulic multi-plate clutch as well …
Advertisement In 2005, Audi set off the next stage in the evolution of its classic Quattro drive system in the second-generation RS 4. The new self-locking center differential, which is used in many models today, remained true to the principle …
Advertisement Electronic Diesel Control (EDC) is a diesel engine fuel injection control system for the precise metering and delivery of fuel into the combustion chamber of modern diesel engines used in trucks and cars. The mechanical fly-weight governors of inline …
Advertisement (VARIABLE COMPRESSION RATIO ENGINES) Making the compression ratio variable is a significant source of innovation that is already generating edifying results. The compression ratio of a reciprocating internal combustion engine is defined by the relationship between the cylinder volume …
Advertisement The ball joint is a safety-critical part, just like all the steering and suspension systems. A worn ball joint can compromise a vehicle’s ride and handling. In the event of a failure, however, the results can be much worse. …
Advertisement The 2.0 TFSI with a displacement of 1,984 cc is available in the new Audi A4 ultra and A4 Avant ultra. Its technical refinements are the exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head, the rotary-valve model for thermal management, …
Advertisement The 4.0 TDI has been newly developed from the ground up. It combines best-in-class performance with low consumption and guarantees maximum dynamics. The V8 engine has a displacement of 3,956cc. The two exhaust-gas turbochargers are activated selectively according to the …
Advertisement An electric powered compressor (EPC) in Audi SQ8 TDI supplements the work of the two turbochargers when starting off and when accelerating at a low engine speed, allowing the V8 TDI to always build up its power spontaneously. The …