This year marks the...
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Audi"s quattro system, and the RS4 gets the latest generation of the four-wheel-drive layout. Previous RS models have also used all-wheel drive for maximum traction, including the twin-turbo RS6 and RS4. The first car to wear the RS badge was the RS2 Avant of 1993, which had a Porsche- modified five-cylinder engine with 315bhp. At the time it was the world"s fastest car, racing from 0-30mph in 1.5 seconds.
The company confirmed...
The company confirmed the change of direction after it supplied us with this official picture of the 350C being put through its paces in Saudi Arabia. It"s hoped the new development scheme will improve TVR"s record on mechanical reliability. Head of marketing Phil James told us: "We think the improvements in quality and durability will be warmly welcomed."
Despite the lack of testing before, engineers said the cars performed well in the desert. The programme has resulted in numerous minor changes, with an emphasis on component durability. And that has led the firm to put its money where its mouth is, as Russian boss Nikolai Smolenski has unveiled a fresh warranty scheme. Any new model bought after 1 March - on an 05-plate - will come with three years or 36,000 miles of cover. This is uncharted territory for TVR, which previously offered only a single-year deal, with a two-year, unlimited mileage engine guarantee.