subject: Audi A7 Offers Safety And Control For Winter Driving [print this page] Audi fans across California agree that there is something extra special about the 2012 Audi A7. Recently nominated as one of Car and Driver's 10 favorite cars under $80,000, there are many reasons for Orange County drivers to covet the 2012 Audi A7. Comparable in price and category with the Mercedes-Benz CLS and the Porsche Panamera, the Audi A7 features a supercharged V6 engine with an output of 310 hp and 325lb/ft of torque. It flies from 0-60 in a brisk 5.4 seconds, just long enough to leave your competition staring jealously at your sporty back end as you speed away down the California coastline. In addition to its sleek design, the car offers every current technology Orange County drivers desire, and offers innovative safety and performance features to protect you on the road even in the worst winter conditions.
Infrared Sensors
The Audi A7 utilizes a series of infrared sensors to provide drivers with advanced safety features including Audi side assist, night vision assist, and adaptive cruise control. Sensors situated on the exterior of the car constantly monitor the driver's blind spots and send an alert when there is another vehicle within 150ft of either side of the car. Moreover, infrared sensors on the front of the vehicle provide a warning of hazards that may lay ahead in the dark as you wind down a dark Orange County canyon. There are also special sensors to help guide the Audi A7 with adaptive cruise control. The sensors monitor the speed and distance of vehicles ahead to automatically apply brake pressure to maintain a safe distance from surrounding cars while in cruise control mode. It can even apply enough braking pressure to bring the car to a full stop if necessary.
All-Wheel Drive
To help protect California drivers heading to the mountains for some winter fun, Audi engineers have developed the advanced Quattro all-wheel drive system. It is designed to deliver power to each individual wheel to help you maneuver through ice, snow, mud, or rain with confidence and control. Combine the advanced traction of the Quattro all-wheel drive system with the safety of the electronic stability control (ESC) and automated braking system (ABS) and you have a car that delivers precise control and handling.
So go ahead, plan that winter ski trip to the mountains of California. In the 2012 Audi A7 you can drive confidently knowing it will help you stay alert and aware of your surroundings and safely in control no matter what the road conditions are. I You won't be disappointed. Audi offers a complete line-up of luxury vehicles including coupes, sedans, and SUVs to fit the unique style and needs of every kind of driver. From the sporty Audi A3 and Audi A4, to the luxurious design of the flagship Audi A8, or the power and performance of the Audi R8, each vehicle has something special to offer.
