Audi Charlotte Blog

Hundreds of people came out to show their support at the 5th Annual Autism Charlotte Couture for a Cause and we couldn’t be more grateful! This year’s event was a hit - reaching record numbers in attendance and exceeding expectations in donations.

The 250+ patrons who came out this year enjoyed a live auction of fine wines, jewelry and private parties with an in-home chef. The event raised over $100,000 to go towards serving children within the Charlotte area. Audi of Charlotte is the proud title sponsor of this event and has been a sponsor of several Autism…

If you have ever avoided a car crash from having quick reaction time, you should consider the parts of your car that allowed you to move and brake with such sudden precision. What is the science behind the action that allows vehicles to slow down at a moment's notice?

A basic explanation ends with the brake pads. When someone presses the brakes of their car, brake fluid is fed into a series of cylinders and pistons that act similar to an air pump, pushing the fluid from one chamber into the next. 

There is important information supplied to you on the side of your tire about the type and size needed for your car. It may take a little practice, but once you have the basic idea, you’ll will have a better understanding of what your vehicle requires.

Usually, the abbreviations begin with a letter. That tells you the type of vehicle. If it’s a “P,” for example, then it is for a passenger car. 

Nothing feels more luxurious than a smooth ride. When your suspension, including shocks and struts show wear, driving your vehicle may feel more like a special event at automotive rodeo than a leisurely drive through the countryside. Not only does it diminish your traveling pleasure, inadequate suspension puts undue strain on other car parts. 

Sythentic motor oils are some of the best designed oils for increased performance and protection of your car. Some cars also use synthetic blend oils where you mix conventional oils with synthetic oils.

Synthetic oils are specifically designed to work the different functions of your car. As such, they contain chemical compounds that affect your engine’s superior performance and protection by boosting these features tremendously. 

This month, we’re shining the spotlight on Audi of Charlotte’s (recently promoted) Inventory Manager, Pedro Garcia! Pedro has been a part of our team for a year and a half, and we are very excited to recognize him for his exceptional work. 

The best thing you can do before packing the car to leave for any long road trip is to work on a safety list. These are a few things many drivers neglect before leaving for their trips in the Matthews, NC area:

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It’s a great time to drive an Audi. Although, we believe any time is great time to drive an Audi. Recently, the 2018 A5 Sportback and the 2018 Audi Q5 have earned Kelley Blue Book Best Buy awards!

The headlights of the car are an essential part of your vehicle at night. However, at times you might have a problem where the brightness is not enough for your visibility at night. Below are three ways you can make sure that the light is okay for you while driving.