Audi is preparing a version of the track supercar R8

Audi has begun testing a lightweight track modifications supercar R8, which will be called Sport. On this, as reported by the British publication Autocar, show car spy photos taken during trips to the Nurburgring race track. Last year, the creation of such a machine has officially confirmed the new director of Quattro GmbH, Stefan D Riley. According to preliminary information, at the expense of replacing some body panels to carbon analogues, the installation of light racing seat, and out of the air conditioner and audio track weight Audi R8 will be reduced by about a hundred kilos. In addition, the novelty will receive an additional body parts that improve the aerodynamic characteristics of the vehicle (for example, front splitter and a new rear spoiler), powerful brakes with carbon-ceramic discs and recustomized suspension. It is expected that the track will be equipped with Audi R8 or a ten-5.2-liter, 525 horsepower developmental, or more powerful version of this engine (560 horsepower), set up on a supercar Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4. As previously reported, the debut of Audi R8 Sport will be later this year. Note that the first modification of the Sport model appeared at the TT four years ago. The car was fitted with uprated engine, stiffer suspension and sports seats Recaro.