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German car manufacturer Audi has put the next stage of its R18 project to the test as the latest version of its new diesel LMP1 prototype, which will appear in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June, was tested for the first time in the United States.
The "Evolution 2" Audi R18 is the result of the findings of previous test drives and wind tunnel testing, with a particular focus on improved aerodynamic efficiency and cooling of the interior of its V6 TDI engine. It clocked up its first test kilometers on a proving ground in Florida last week, as the 12 Hours of Sebring were held.
The Audi R18 made its first public testing appearance after the 12-hour race in Sebring.
Then, two "Evolution 2" R18 race cars (chassis numbers 101 and 102) were put to the test during the four days of testing in Sebring, together with an R15 TDI as a reference vehicle.
All ten Audi racing drivers were involved in testing the three vehicles, clocking up thousands of test kilometers to generate important findings relating to vehicle setup, aerodynamics, tires, cooling, and reliability.
The two R18 vehicles set off on their return journey to Europe as airfreight. Starting Monday, they will be dismantled and thoroughly analyzed at Audi Sport in Ingolstadt.
The Audi R18 will make its next appearance on the famous racetrack in Le Mans, when the definitive design of the vehicle for the 24 Hours of Le Mans June 11-12 will be unveiled at the official testing day on April 24.
The R18 is scheduled to compete for the first time in the 6-hour race in Spa-Francorchamps on May 7.
German car manufacturer Audi has put the next stage of its R18 project to the test as the latest version of its new diesel LMP1 prototype, which will appear in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June, was tested for the first time in the United States.
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The "Evolution 2" Audi R18 is the result of the findings of previous test drives and wind tunnel testing, with a particular focus on improved aerodynamic efficiency and cooling of the interior of its V6 TDI engine. It clocked up its first test kilometers on a proving ground in Florida last week, as the 12 Hours of Sebring were held.
The Audi R18 made its first public testing appearance after the 12-hour race in Sebring.
Then, two "Evolution 2" R18 race cars (chassis numbers 101 and 102) were put to the test during the four days of testing in Sebring, together with an R15 TDI as a reference vehicle.
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| Photo: Audi |
All ten Audi racing drivers were involved in testing the three vehicles, clocking up thousands of test kilometers to generate important findings relating to vehicle setup, aerodynamics, tires, cooling, and reliability.
The two R18 vehicles set off on their return journey to Europe as airfreight. Starting Monday, they will be dismantled and thoroughly analyzed at Audi Sport in Ingolstadt.
The Audi R18 will make its next appearance on the famous racetrack in Le Mans, when the definitive design of the vehicle for the 24 Hours of Le Mans June 11-12 will be unveiled at the official testing day on April 24.
The R18 is scheduled to compete for the first time in the 6-hour race in Spa-Francorchamps on May 7.
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| Photo: Audi |