The Audi R10 TDI race car is revolutionary in its engine technology, employing diesel fuel in a class of race cars where this has been unheard of.

With the R10 TDI, Audi has employed advanced engine management technology and twin turbos to create a powerful and reliable race car motor able to withstand the pressures of endurance racing.

Now the high-output turbo diesel technology is making its way into the AUDI consumer lineup, starting with the Audi Q7 luxury SUV. Will an R10 TDI-derived Audi sports car, such as a version of the already-potent Audi R8.

The widely anticipated duel between Audi and Peugeot definitely kept its promise: in front of a record crowd of 258,500 spectators, the two car manufacturers entered into a thrilling battle with their diesel sportscars which Audi finally won by a margin of 4m 31s.

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