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There’s a lot you could say about the 2017 Audi A4; it’s handsome, powerful, and a blast to drive, but that’s not what we wanted to focus on here at Audi of Charlotte, we wanted to bring you some information that’s arguably more important than all the bells and whistles in the world: safety rating. The IIHS has given the 2017 Audi A4 its highest available safety rating, the Top Safety Pick+, and that’s something to brag about.

2017 Audi A4 earns a 2016 Top Safety Pick+ Rating from IIHS - https://t.co/q0gkHOEYHz pic…

If you've zeroed in on the subcompact luxury SUV segment for your next automotive purchase, your chums at Audi of Charlotte must attest: you'd be wise to give ours -- the 2016 Audi Q3 -- your full, undivided attention.

Wondering why we feel as we do? Then, check the clip below. Autotrader critic, Jabari Jones, is here today to deliver the need-to-know details:

We've nothing but love for the Q3's sole engine option, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. Matched to a six-speed automatic gearbox, this four-banger boasts a healthy 200 horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque.

Earlier today, Audi issued a press release announcing that it has earned three wins at the Automotive Innovation Awards. The automaker took home awards for innovations in the Connected Car and Vehicle Concepts/Body categories, as well as the main award for "Most Innovative Premium Brand." The awards were presented this past Wednesday by the research institute Center of Automotive Management (CAM) and PricewaterhouseCoopers...

Audi : AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATIONS AWARD 2016: AUDI NAMED MOST INNOVATIVE PREMIUM BRAND https://t.co/sgzhKUadkB

— Newspress USA (@NewspressUSA) May 2, 2016

Now in its ninth generation, the venerable Audi A4 has evolved gradually over the years and today is firmly established at the top of the European luxury sedan category. The latest redesign, the 2017 A4, has a structure that feels fantastic and rock solid, says Consumer Reports in a new review. Click "play" in the video clip below to watch the full report.

This is a satisfying car to drive, says Consumer Reports, with secure handling and minimal body roll. Turn-in is immediate without feeling darty, and there’s good feedback through the wheel.As good as the handling is…

For those who may have missed it, the Audi SQ7 TDI is an automotive juggernaut. Boasting a 4-liter V-8 diesel engine, the SQ7 TDI can produce 435 horsepower and 664 pound-feet of torque. Just to rub it in a bit, the SQ7 TDI also features an eight-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel drive, and a four-wheel steering system. So yeah, it’s more than a little impressive. Faster-than-an-actual-jet impressive? You be the judge.

A 300m race: The new #Audi #SQ7TDI vs the Red Bull Alpha Jet. Watch on https://t.co/9ttAwKSHl4 #quattro https://t.co/GR7p0CvYsV

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This year’s Audi Super Bowl commercial was the most talked about. The classic David Bowie song, “Starman” brought the right amount of energy to the commercial, which tells the story of a retired astronaut who lost his passion for life, but then rediscovers it when he gets behind the wheel of his son’s 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus.

We at Audi of Charlotte have to tip our cap to our beloved German brand. It did a downright exceptional job with its fantastic midsize four-door, the 2016 Audi A6.

What went into the creation of the current model? Tag along with Autotrader pundit, Jabari Jones, as he provides the inside scoop:

Placing a premium on performance is the A6's top-tier powertrain, the 3.0T. This supercharged 3.0-liter V6 is standardly paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox and quattro® all-wheel drive, and produces a prodigious 333 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque.

With a trophy case that includes a 1st place showing in Edmunds.com comparisons, and a 2015 Top Safety Pick+ designation from then Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, the Audi A3 is a compact luxury car that leaves a big impression.

Now the A3 can add another award to the growing list...

At Audi of Charlotte, we want our drivers to maintain safety on the road. Naturally, there's a margin of human error in every decision you make behind the wheel, no matter how cautious you are. Considering adding a form of blind spot monitoring as you search for your next vehicle? Check out the article below from AutoGuide.com to learn more about how this exciting innovation can keep you and your passengers safe.

Pumpkins are an incredibly versatile vegetable. Not only do they make great seasonal decorations and ideal flavoring for lattes, but they can also be used to create pinhole cameras. That's right. Audi recently created a 360-degree gif of the Audi RS7 using pumpkin cameras. Check out the link below to see the eerie images created using lens-less exposure.