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In recent years Audi has produced some high performance models including the R8 V10, RS5 and the RS4. It has successfully made its mark in the high performance market sector, whether it be the hot hatch RS3 or the R8 Supercar. In order to gain even more exposure Audi is now offering an Audi driving experience day which is much more exciting than driving an Audi A5 in East London.
Normal, everyday people can now book a track day at the famous Silverstone circuit where they can experience driving the 187mph R8 V10, the 450bhp RS5 and the 340 bhp Audi TT RS. At the track there are race and rally-proven Audi Driving Experience instructors, who provide expert insight into the key aspects of safer, more rewarding driving. During the course of the day the instructor will be guiding drivers in every aspect of car control, including managing understeer and oversteer, high speed lane changes and avoidance manoeuvres.During the course of the day the instructor will be guiding drivers in every aspect of car control, including managing understeer and oversteer, high speed lane changes and avoidance manoeuvres.
Audi believe that the track is more than just for thrills; it aims to make better drivers out of those who attend. Audi claim that the on-circuit training and incident simulation will be highly valuable to drivers of all classes of car as a means of preparing for the 'worst case scenario', and will also instil a greater respect for, and understanding of, speed and its implications.
Director of Audi UK Jeremy Hicks, a firm believer in the benefits of specialist driver training said, "Power outputs in our range are rising, and thanks to advances in quattro drive and our increasing use of high-tech materials in production our cars are becoming lighter and ever more agile, so they are offering more and more for keen drivers to enjoy. This training is designed not only to ensure that they do exactly that, but also do it as safely as possible. I would encourage everyone - enthusiast or not - to take the time to come and polish their technique."
