What will Audi do in 2008? - Page 2

gwyllion · 23 Sep 2007, 20:34 (Ref:2021259)

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Originally Posted by JAG

Again I don't think it's relevant, if Audi left the DTM, maybe not next season but 2009, they would likely go to the WTCC.

There will be a new DTM rules in 2009. Standard monocoque, less aero parts, no more team orders, ... Hopefully this attract the heavily needed extra manufacturer.

PorscheFanNo1 · 23 Sep 2007, 21:57 (Ref:2021312)

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Originally Posted by gwyllion

There will be a new DTM rules in 2009. Standard monocoque, less aero parts, no more team orders, ... Hopefully this attract the heavily needed extra manufacturer.

What does 'Standard monocoque' really mean? And care to make a new topic about this? Havent heard anything aboutit but would love to know more.

Marcel ten Caat · 23 Sep 2007, 22:23 (Ref:2021334)

perhaps Audi can switch to the Superstars series

Audi Sport Italia is officially there and even Dindo Capello raced for them this season (at Adria)

FLGTFAN · 24 Sep 2007, 02:21 (Ref:2021378)

The BEST thing that could happen is if Audi races against Peugeot in the LMS.

Justin Moran · 24 Sep 2007, 06:25 (Ref:2021442)

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Originally Posted by Jimmy Magnusson

Besides, should the DTM die (which it will do at some point), Audi will still need to market itself to the German customers. Which means no to WTCC or LMS. Now, correct me if I'm wrong but I believe F1 is pretty popular in Germany..

But when after winning soooooo many races did Ferrari sell more cars????? The market is based upon real cars not cars that want to be aircraft! GT and to some extent LMP cars are what people see as real cars and as such desire to buy them as they are quick. Branding is alot I know and merchandising reflects this but many who support F1 buy a flag not a car!

gwyllion · 24 Sep 2007, 06:59 (Ref:2021450)

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Originally Posted by PorscheFanNo1

What does 'Standard monocoque' really mean? And care to make a new topic about this? Havent heard anything aboutit but would love to know more.

http://www.touringcartimes.com/news.php?id=1427

All very

of course.

The Badger · 24 Sep 2007, 12:11 (Ref:2021681)

Dont do that gwyllion ..... you might get a warning mate !!!

PorscheFanNo1 · 24 Sep 2007, 13:43 (Ref:2021752)

Thanks, must've missed that one.

**FIRE** · 24 Sep 2007, 15:25 (Ref:2021815)

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Originally Posted by Stranger

perhaps Audi can switch to the Superstars series

Audi Sport Italia is officially there and even Dindo Capello raced for them this season (at Adria)

And 3 Superstars races in Germany next season.

TWK · 24 Sep 2007, 15:48 (Ref:2021834)

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Originally Posted by C9/89

But when after winning soooooo many races did Ferrari sell more cars????? The market is based upon real cars not cars that want to be aircraft! GT and to some extent LMP cars are what people see as real cars and as such desire to buy them as they are quick. Branding is alot I know and merchandising reflects this but many who support F1 buy a flag not a car!

I suspect Ferrari sells as many cars as Ferrari wants to sell.

Mal · 24 Sep 2007, 16:36 (Ref:2021867)

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Originally Posted by TWK

I suspect Ferrari sells as many cars as Ferrari wants to sell.

You are right and the result of limiting supply is that they can sell their cars at prices much higher than the equivelant 'mass produced' Porsche

Justin Moran · 24 Sep 2007, 18:38 (Ref:2021965)

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Originally Posted by TWK

I suspect Ferrari sells as many cars as Ferrari wants to sell.

Ok so bad analogy but I think the ethos is sound. F1 aint sportscar racing(thank which ever deity you want) and as such has no relevance to the common man. IMVHO

**Adam43** · 24 Sep 2007, 19:45 (Ref:2022029)

Common man and his Ferrari!

Mal · 26 Sep 2007, 07:40 (Ref:2023227)

The Common man (ie casual supporter) is more likely to follow F1 than Sporstcars.

The genuine petrolhead, who may sometimes own a Ferrari, is more likely to like sportscars - Look at the demographic figures produced by ALMS about the average earnings of their fans. LMS is no different (there are just less of them at the moment).

chewymonster · 27 Sep 2007, 04:26 (Ref:2024037)

Since I heard Ferrari and Audi.

"Admitting it has torn down Audi’s fuel injection system to understand its possibilities, Ferrari insiders suggest that its new engine technology will allow for a 10 per cent improvement in horsepower more and at least a 40 percent reduction in emissions."

I like F1, but there isn't too much relevant technology there. Everything is prohibited. But Audi was able to test out FSI direct injection very well in Le Mans.

http://www.autocar.co.uk/News/NewsAr...i-F430/228225/

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