Every time we at Fletcher Jones Audi hear of a new e-tron model, we cross our fingers that the efficient, eco-friendly model will make its way to production lines and, subsequently, to our Chicago showroom.

Well, if you're anything like us and you too hope an e-tron model will be available in Illinois, then you're in luck! Because, Audi has promised its all-new, Audi A3 e-tron will be following the path we all…

The taillights on your vehicle are there to send a signal to drivers behind you that you are braking, reversing, or how close or far you are when it's dark out. But, what if the taillight evolved and could relay real-time driving maneuvers to those behind you, preventing collisions? Well, Audi aims to find out using Swarm.

The system uses a wide and colorful range of OLEDs (organic light-emitting diodes) that will flicker and…

Audi's iconic history has been punctuated with many exciting new models, parts and more. But, in addition to its innovative creations, Audi has celebrated many an important milestone throughout the years.

And now, the venerable automaker can add yet another to its long list: the production of the 5-millionth vehicle equipped with its well-known all-wheel drive system, quattro.

And, while we've experienced the thrill of quattro and its place in the new Audi…

The International Geneva Motor Show is well underway, and not only is this exhilarating for the folks in Switzerland, it's also exciting for us here at Fletcher Jones Audi as many interested parties in the greater Chicago area are coming into our dealership at 111 North Clark Street Chicago, IL 60610 and requesting more information about the newly-debuted vehicles from our favorite automaker, Audi.

And, out of the new Audi models that have emerged…

 

If you're the type of driver who loves the luxury and opulence associated with all new Audi models, yet simultaneously craves the high-performance thrill offered only by supercars, then Fletcher Jones Audi located at 1111 North Clark Street Chicago, IL 60610 suggests you take a look at the thrilling Audi R8.

Now we've written on the Fletcher Jones Audi blog, before, about the exciting new R8, but with the 2013 installment on its…

There are so many fantastic models that compose the new Audi lineup; but, that doesn't mean that we at Fletcher jones Audi don't get incredibly excited each time a brand-new model arrives on the scene, or in this case, one that we've been waiting for, for a while.

The model to which we're referring, is the elusive Audi A3 which Audi debuted for us a couple years ago at the 2011…

Welcome to the Fletcher Jones Audi blog; a great source of Audi news for drivers in the Chicago area and beyond. This venue will provide Audi enthusiasts the latest information on new Audi models and helpful Audi service tips.

It's also a great place to learn more about Audi's plans and what it's doing in the realm of innovation; which is exactly what today's post is regarding.

To be more specific…

Audi of America rocked the floor of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit with the new 2014 R8, which will be available in the spring of next year.  The R8 is the top of the performance lineup for Audi.  It will be available with three different engines: the R8 V8, the R8 V10 and the R8 V10 Plus. Audi also developed a seven-speed S tronic® transmission that helps significantly boost performance and produces smoother shifting.  The new R8 V10 rockets from zero to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds and can reach a top speed just under 200mph…

Audi launched the highly successful RS 5 Coupe last summer and, this spring, will introduce a very desirable extension to the performance model -- a convertible! The new Audi RS 5 Cabriolet will be nearly identical in performance to the coupe and will be available Spring 2013.  Click through to see the image.

The advent of a new era in performance for Audi is imminent. The new S-cars are coming.
420 snarling, fire-breathing horsepower drive the four wheels of the S6 and the S7. The S8 receives 520 horsepower because of an uprated crankshaft and higher boost levels.

The S6 was chosen by Car and Driver over the BMW M5 and the Mercedes Benz E63 AMG for its superior driving dynamics, not just the Audi interior and functionality.