APR Audi RS7 Stage 1 Tested: 647 Horsepower, 700 lb-ft!

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A lot more power for your insanely effective car.

From the February 2015 issue of Vehicle and Driver

Tuner cars, those science projects engineered to make already-fast vehicles really berserk, are typically more trouble than they’re worth. But what if you could make a 2-ton-plus sports sedan run a sub-11 quarter-mile with absolutely nothing far more than a pc upgrade? Wouldn’t that be worthwhile?

That is the pitch of Opelika, Alabama–based APR with its Stage 1 Audi RS7. Not that the Audi needs considerably help from this longtime Volkswagen tuner. The stock RS7, with its 8-speed automatic and Quattro program, reaches 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and blitzes the quarter-mile in 11.6 seconds at 123 mph.

However, fitted to the RS7 noticed right here ($ 129,374 as tested), APR’s Stage 1 tune boosts the output of the stock twin-turbo 4.-liter V-8 from 560 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque to a claimed 674 and 700, respectively, on 93-octane pump gas. If that nevertheless seems soft, a second tuning map obtainable at the touch of the cruise-control stalk yields 728 ponies and 744 pound-feet on 25-octane racing fuel for a appropriate Hellcat-crushing act. All that’s needed is a software program reflash for the engine personal computer ($ 2999 installed) that can be performed at any of APR’s 400-plus companion Audi dealers.

Despite the fact that our testing wasn’t without having issues—an APR engineer had to exorcise a demon from our car’s brain before it ran properly—the further thrust had the 4508-pound Audi pulling violently with the Thor hammer down. It briefly spun all 4 tires throughout launch, and our test gear reported an impressive 2.9-second warp to 60 mph on premium unleaded, with the quarter-mile blurring previous in 11. flat at 129 mph. Not fairly the higher-10-second hero instances APR promised, but nevertheless wickedly rapid for just a couple of extra lines of code.

The new programming also sharpens throttle response and ups the RS7’s electronically restricted top speed from the stock 190 mph to a claimed 202. There are no adjustments in the cabin to indicate the added power underhood, with control for the different applications spliced into the Audi’s cruise-control stalk. Further management is accessible through the APR Mobile program ($ 200), which utilizes a Bluetooth dongle plugged into the car’s OBD II port to relay information to a smartphone app.

Costing the exact same as the RS7’s optional Alcantara headliner, APR’s Stage 1 setup is a tantalizing overall performance worth. Just remember that, as with all aftermarket engine mods, the car’s factory warranty will be shredded and your results could vary. APR’s 560-hp program for the lesser Audi S6 and S7 ($ 1499) might be a lot more desirable still, but that would be way as well sensible.

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APR LLC, 4800 U.S. Highway 280 West,
Opelika, Alabama 36801 800-680-7921
www.goapr.com

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APR Audi RS7 Stage 1 Tested: 647 Horsepower, 700 lb-ft!

APR Audi RS7 Stage 1 Tested: 647 Horsepower, 700 lb-ft!

Instrumented Test

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Far more power for your insanely strong auto.

From the February 2015 concern of Vehicle and Driver

Tuner vehicles, those science projects engineered to make currently-quickly automobiles really berserk, are frequently a lot more problems than they’re worth. But what if you could make a 2-ton-plus sports sedan run a sub-11 quarter-mile with absolutely nothing a lot more than a computer upgrade? Wouldn’t that be worthwhile?

That’s the pitch of Opelika, Alabama–based APR with its Stage 1 Audi RS7. Not that the Audi needs much assist from this longtime Volkswagen tuner. The stock RS7, with its 8-speed automatic and Quattro technique, reaches 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and blitzes the quarter-mile in 11.6 seconds at 123 mph.

Nevertheless, fitted to the RS7 noticed right here ($ 129,374 as tested), APR’s Stage 1 tune boosts the output of the stock twin-turbo 4.-liter V-8 from 560 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque to a claimed 674 and 700, respectively, on 93-octane pump gas. If that nevertheless appears soft, a second tuning map accessible at the touch of the cruise-manage stalk yields 728 ponies and 744 pound-feet on 100-octane racing fuel for a correct Hellcat-crushing act. All that’s needed is a computer software reflash for the engine personal computer ($ 2999 installed) that can be performed at any of APR’s 400-plus companion Audi dealers.

Although our testing wasn’t without having issues—an APR engineer had to exorcise a demon from our car’s brain just before it ran properly—the further thrust had the 4508-pound Audi pulling violently with the Thor hammer down. It briefly spun all 4 tires during launch, and our test gear reported an impressive 2.9-second warp to 60 mph on premium unleaded, with the quarter-mile blurring past in 11. flat at 129 mph. Not fairly the high-10-second hero times APR promised, but still wickedly swift for just a handful of further lines of code.

The new programming also sharpens throttle response and ups the RS7’s electronically restricted leading speed from the stock 190 mph to a claimed 202. There are no changes in the cabin to indicate the added power underhood, with handle for the a variety of applications spliced into the Audi’s cruise-handle stalk. Extra management is offered through the APR Mobile method ($ 200), which makes use of a Bluetooth dongle plugged into the car’s OBD II port to relay information to a smartphone app.

Costing the exact same as the RS7’s optional Alcantara headliner, APR’s Stage 1 setup is a tantalizing functionality worth. Just don’;t forget that, as with all aftermarket engine mods, the car’s factory warranty will be shredded and your results might differ. APR’s 560-hp plan for the lesser Audi S6 and S7 ($ 1499) could be much more attractive nonetheless, but that would be way as well sensible.

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Opelika, Alabama 36801 800-680-7921
www.goapr.com

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Philip Buys and Matthys Beukes claim Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek international mountain bike stage win

Matthys Beukes (far left) and Philip Buys enjoyed a perfect first day in Yellow by winning Stage 3 of the Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek. Photo by Zoon Cronje/Nikon/Xtremedia

South Africa’s Yellow Jersey wearers, Philip Buys and Matthys Beukes (SCOTT Factory Racing) claimed a second consecutive stage win when they outsprinted a small lead group on Stage 3 of the Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek international mountain bike stage race on Wednesday.

Second place went to the German Team Bulls pair of Tim Bohme and Simon Stiebjahn with South Africans Lourens Luus and Adriaan Louw (Fairview Elite) filling the final podium spot. Buys and Beukes retain their General Classification lead of 3 minutes 26 seconds over Team Bulls.

In the women’s race, the Biogen Toyota Cape Brewing Co. pair of Robyn de Groot (RSA) and Jennie Stenerhag (SWE) claimed their 4th successive stage victory, also in a sprint finish, against Asrin Cycling’s Catherine Williamson (GBR) and Alice Pirard (BEL) and maintained their overall 13-minute lead.

After Tuesday’s gruelling stage, which culminated with a mountaintop finish at the summit of the iconic Swartberg Pass; and with Thursday’s brutal Stage 4 looming, the riders appeared to consolidate somewhat on Wednesday’s Stage 3 over 107km from Prince Albert to De Rust.

In the men’s race, a pack of 5 teams reached the final 20km in the lead group – SCOTT Factory Racing, Team Bulls, EAI Cycling, Fairview RECM (Lourens Luus and Adriaan Louw) and Asrin Cycling’s (James Reid and Herman Persteiner). Unfortunately for Asrin Cycling, Persteiner encountered a mechanical with his chain, which eliminated them from the final dash.

The remaining quartet shared the workload into a strong headwind, but rode a tactical approach to the finish, which included 2 90-degree turns and a slightly uphill finishing straight.

Jennie Stenerhag (far right) and Robyn de Groot look back down the finishing straight after getting a small gap on their rivals in the final sprint. Photo by Zoon Cronje/Nikon/Xtremedia

“We predicted this morning the stage might finish in a sprint so were ready for it. We’ve discussed our sprinting tactics quite a bit, but didn’t have to implement them today as Simon (Stiebjahn) made the first move and we were forced to react. Matthys went after him and I watched Tim (Bohme). Simon faded a bit and that allowed both Matthys and I to go across the line ahead of them,” explained Buys.

“We accepted with about 10km to go that it would come down to a sprint,” said De Groot. “Catherine and Alice rode really well today and we knew that we’d have to be tactically smart to beat them. Fortunately we got our timing right and were able to win. We still have a 13-minute lead, but it’s not big enough to allow us to relax, especially with tomorrow’s big stage.”

Thursday’s Stage 4 is likely to be the most decisive of the 2014 Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek. With 2690m of ascent in 109km, it promises to make or break podium ambitions. It could also prove the toughest test for many of the amateurs, who are aiming to just complete the event.

The stage starts with a 25km steady drag before taking riders through the dry, rocky Kammanassie Mountains and over to the forested coastal belt area of George. The contrasts on this stage are remarkable and could well contribute to a General Classification shake-up.

“It will be a tough stage tomorrow. But Matthys and I will not be riding defensively. We’re keen to push the technical sections hard, but will stay as safe as possible,” revealed Buys.

In the other team racing categories, South Africans Brian Lennox and Hannes Hanekom (Klein Karoo Giants) were the top Amateurs, moving into the GC lead in the process. South Africans Kobus and Fienie Barnard (Klein Karoo Mixed), won the sprint for the stage, but are still second on GC to Germans Max Friedrich and Jana Mischance (Firebike Tomotion by Blacktusk).

Heinz Zorweg (AUT) and Bartie Bucher (SUI) of Team Meerendal Wheeler 2 claimed a 4th consecutive stage win and further extended their category lead; while South Africans Johan Labuschagne and Gerrie Beukes (Klein Karoo Veterans) secured a second successive stage win and moved to within less than a minute off Veteran category leaders Fanie Venter and Wayne McDuling (Pynfabriek) in the overall.

In the Solo men’s division, Travis Walker (RSA) won the stage in his category and moved into the General Classification lead, while Christine Janse van Rensburg (RSA), claimed another stage and extended her overall lead in the Solo women’s race.

For more information on the Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek, visit www.capepioneer.co.za. For race updates, follow @BridgeCPT on twitter and Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek on Facebook.

The field of over 400 riders is stretched out under the fast early pace during the opening kilometres of Stage 3 of the Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek. Photo Zoon Cronje/Nikon/Xtremedia

Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek 2014
Stage 3
Leading results
Men:
1 Philip Buys (RSA) / Matthys Beukes (RSA) – SCOTT Factory Racing 3:54:35
2 Simon Stiebjahn (GER) / Tim Bohme (GER) – Team Bulls 3:54:35
3 Adriaan Louw (RSA) / Lourens Luus (RSA) – Fairview Elite 3:54:37
4 Johann Rabie (RSA) / Gawie Combrinck (RSA) – EAI South Africa 3:54:39
5 James Reid (RSA) / Herman Persteiner (AUT) – Asrin Cycling 3:56:38

Women:
1 Jennie Stenerhag (SWE) / Robyn de Groot (RSA) – Biogen Toyota Cape Brewing Co 4:33:03
2 Catherine Williamson (GBR) / Alice Pirard (BEL) Asrin Cycling 2 4:33:10
3 Theresa Ralph (RSA) / Esther Suss (SUI) – Meerendal Wheeler 1 4:41:00

Amateur:
1 Brian Lennox (RSA) / Hannes Hanekom (RSA) – Klein Karoo Giants 04:19:47
2 Jaco Ferreira (RSA) / Alexander Lamberts (RSA) – Columbia Europcar Bridge 4:32:35
3 James Tennent (RSA) / David Garrett (RSA) – Giant 2 4:30:42

Veteran men:
1 Johan Labuschagne (RSA) / Gerrie Beukes (RSA) Klein Karoo Veterans 4:19:57
2 Fanie Venter (RSA) / Wayne McDuling (RSA) – Pynfabriek 4:33:13
3 Noel Droomer (RSA) / John Swanepoel (RSA) – Cornerstone Cycles 4:38:01

Master men:
1 Heinz Zorweg (AUT) / Barti Bucher (SUI) – Meerendal Wheeler 2 4:19:05
2 Waleed Baker (RSA) / Glen Haw (RSA) – Pitstop 4:50:52
3 Izak Visagie (RSA) / Lieb Loots (RSA) – Wilde 3 4:55:00

Mixed:
1 Kobus Barnard (RSA) / Fienie Barnard (RSA) – Klein Karoo Mixed 4:36:01
2 Max Friedrich (GER) / Jana Zieschank (GER) – Firebike Tomotion by Blacktusk 4:36:03
3 Igna de Viliers (RSA) / Daleen Van der Leek (RSA) LGE Midas Bells Cycling 4:44:37

Solo men:
1 Travis Walker (RSA) 4:02:30
2 Renay Groustra (RSA) 4:02:32
3 Ken van den Bulke (NED) 4:03:20

Solo women:
1 Christine Janse van Rensburg (RSA) 4:55:30
2 Katja Cauwenbergh (BEL) 5:17:06
3 Nina Hind (RSA) 5:34:14

Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek 2014
General Classification after Stage 3
Leading results
Men:
1 Philip Buys (RSA) / Matthys Beukes (RSA) – SCOTT Factory Racing 12:12:56
2 Simon Stiebjahn (GER) / Tim Bohme (GER) – Team Bulls 12:16:23
3 Ismael Venture (ESP) / Ramon Sagues (RSA) – ESMTB.com 12:32:29
4 Waylon Woolcock (RSA) / Darren Lill (RSA) – Cannondale Blend 12:34:49
5 Michiel van Aelbroeck (NED) / Robby de Bock (NED) WMTB.Be – Feenstra 12:35:56

Women:
1 Jennie Stenerhag (SWE) / Robyn de Groot (RSA) – Biogen Toyota Cape Brewing Co 14:02:49
2 Catherine Williamson (GBR) / Alice Pirard (BEL) – Asrin Cycling 14:16:36
3 Theresa Ralph (RSA) / Esther Suss (SUI) – Meerendal Wheeler 1 14:43:34

Amateur:
1 Brian Lennox (RSA) / Hannes Hannekom (RSA) – Klein Karoo Giants 13:43:44
2 Mattias Winkler (SUI) / Francois Naf (SUI) Meerendal Wheeler 13:58:39
3 Jaco Ferreira (RSA) / Alexander Lamberts (RSA) – Columbia Europcar Bridge 14:03:06

Veteran men:
1 Fanie Venter (RSA) / Wayne McDuling (RSA) – Pynfabriek 9:32:38
2 Johan Labuschagne (RSA) / Gerrie Beukes (RSA) Klein Karoo Veterans 9:46:39
3 Marne Dirks (RSA) / Pierre Griffioen (RSA) – Bridge Torq Zone Vets 9:58:36

Master men:
1 Heinz Zorweg (AUT) / Barti Bucher (SUI) – Meerendal Wheeler 2 8:52:48
2 Izak Visagie (RSA) / Lieb Loots (RSA) – Wilde 3 9:56:34
3 Waleed Baker (RSA) / Glen Haw (RSA) – Pitstop 10:30:56

Mixed:
1 Max Friedrich (GER) / Jana Zieschank (GER) – Firebike Tomotion by Blacktusk 14:09:59
2 Kobus Barnard (RSA) / Fienie Barnard (RSA) – Klein Karoo Mixed 14:20:51
3 Igna de Viliers (RSA) / Daleen Van der Leek (RSA) LGE Midas Bells Cycling 14:50:46

Solo men:
1 Travis Walker (RSA) 12:43:02
2 Alan Gordon (RSA) 12:45:10
3 Ken van den Bulke (BEL) 12:48:24

Solo women:
1 Christine Janse van Rensburg (RSA) 15:14:12
2 Katja Cauwenbergh (BEL) 16:42:14
3 Nina Hind (RSA) 17:53:57

Elite points
Men
1 Philip Buys (RSA) / Matthys Beukes (RSA) – SCOTT Factory Racing 33
2 Simon Stiebjahn (GER) / Tim Bohme (GER) – Team Bulls 30
3 Ismael Venture (ESP) / Ramon Sagues (RSA) – ESMTB.com 16
4 Johann Rabie (RSA) / Gawie Combrinck (RSA) – EAI South Africa 16

Women
1 Jennie Stenerhag (SWE) / Robyn de Groot (RSA) – Biogen Toyota Cape Brewing Co 35
2 Catherine Williamson (GBR) / Alice Pirard (BEL) – Asrin Cycling 29
3 Theresa Ralph (RSA) / Esther Suss (SUI) – Meerendal Wheeler 1 27

For full results visit www.capepioneer.co.za

Also view:

Mountain Bike Events / Planning and the Safety of Bikers

Mountain Bike Safety and Riding on the Trail

Endurance Sports, Driver Fatigue and Road Safety

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In keeping with tradition, the terrain of the 2014 Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek is unforgiving. The leaders tackle a loose, rocky climb during Stage 3 on Wednesday. Photo by Zoon Cronje/Nikon/Xtremedia

Philip Buys and Matthys Beukes claim Bridge Cape Pioneer Trek international mountain bike stage win

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage 2+

Stage 2+ – Characteristics a multi-friction disc in a complete faced configuration with carbon semi-metallic on one particular side and Kevlar on the other. Bridging the gap between stage 2 and stage 3, the 2+ provides drivability and engagement top quality characteristic of the stage 2, but with a 15-20% greater torque capacity. The hub is double sprung with spring cover relieves for flexibility and heat treated elements for strength and durability. Wonderful for street, drag, autocross, road racing, pulling, rally and drift. Torque Capacity: 465 lb-ft.

SPEC clutches have grow to be a mainstay in numerous forms of motorsports right now, and with clutch applications and flywheels for most common sports cars (and even some exotics), it’s no surprise. The organization is quite actively involved in various racing applications, which permits it to continue to evaluate and improve its goods through genuine-world competition, which is the ultimate test of no matter whether or not the goods are performing their jobs. With 5 stages of clutch discs available, not to mention multi-disc clutches, SPEC is created to manage what ever your driveline can throw at it.

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage 2+

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage 2+

Stage 2+ – Functions a multi-friction disc in a full faced configuration with carbon semi-metallic on a single side and Kevlar on the other. Bridging the gap in between stage 2 and stage 3, the 2+ gives drivability and engagement top quality characteristic of the stage 2, but with a 15-20% larger torque capacity. The hub is double sprung with spring cover relieves for flexibility and heat treated components for strength and durability. Excellent for street, drag, autocross, road racing, pulling, rally and drift. Torque Capacity: 465 lb-ft.

SPEC clutches have turn out to be a mainstay in numerous forms of motorsports right now, and with clutch applications and flywheels for most common sports vehicles (and even some exotics), it’s no surprise. The company is extremely actively involved in different racing programs, which makes it possible for it to continue to evaluate and enhance its items by means of actual-planet competition, which is the ultimate test of whether or not the products are undertaking their jobs. With 5 stages of clutch discs available, not to mention multi-disc clutches, SPEC is made to deal with what ever your driveline can throw at it.

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage 2+

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage 2+

Stage 2+ – Characteristics a multi-friction disc in a full faced configuration with carbon semi-metallic on one side and Kevlar on the other. Bridging the gap among stage 2 and stage 3, the 2+ provides drivability and engagement top quality characteristic of the stage 2, but with a 15-20% greater torque capacity. The hub is double sprung with spring cover relieves for flexibility and heat treated components for strength and durability. Great for street, drag, autocross, road racing, pulling, rally and drift. Torque Capacity: 465 lb-ft.

SPEC clutches have become a mainstay in many types of motorsports nowadays, and with clutch applications and flywheels for most well-liked sports vehicles (and even some exotics), it is no surprise. The firm is really actively involved in different racing programs, which allows it to continue to evaluate and enhance its items through real-planet competitors, which is the ultimate test of regardless of whether or not the merchandise are carrying out their jobs. With 5 stages of clutch discs available, not to mention multi-disc clutches, SPEC is made to handle what ever your driveline can throw at it.

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage 2+

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage two+

Stage 2+ – Functions a multi-friction disc in a complete faced configuration with carbon semi-metallic on a single side and Kevlar on the other. Bridging the gap between stage 2 and stage 3, the 2+ gives drivability and engagement quality characteristic of the stage 2, but with a 15-20% greater torque capacity. The hub is double sprung with spring cover relieves for flexibility and heat treated elements for strength and durability. Wonderful for street, drag, autocross, road racing, pulling, rally and drift. Torque Capacity: 465 lb-ft.

SPEC clutches have grow to be a mainstay in several forms of motorsports today, and with clutch applications and flywheels for most well-known sports vehicles (and even some exotics), it’s no surprise. The organization is quite actively involved in a variety of racing programs, which permits it to continue to evaluate and improve its goods by way of actual-planet competitors, which is the ultimate test of whether or not or not the merchandise are undertaking their jobs. With 5 stages of clutch discs available, not to mention multi-disc clutches, SPEC is made to handle what ever your driveline can throw at it.

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage two+

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage 2+

Stage 2+ – Characteristics a multi-friction disc in a complete faced configuration with carbon semi-metallic on one particular side and Kevlar on the other. Bridging the gap amongst stage 2 and stage 3, the 2+ offers drivability and engagement good quality characteristic of the stage 2, but with a 15-20% larger torque capacity. The hub is double sprung with spring cover relieves for flexibility and heat treated elements for strength and durability. Fantastic for street, drag, autocross, road racing, pulling, rally and drift. Torque Capacity: 465 lb-ft.

SPEC clutches have turn into a mainstay in several forms of motorsports today, and with clutch applications and flywheels for most well-known sports vehicles (and even some exotics), it is no surprise. The organization is quite actively involved in different racing programs, which makes it possible for it to continue to evaluate and enhance its items through genuine-globe competitors, which is the ultimate test of whether or not or not the items are carrying out their jobs. With 5 stages of clutch discs offered, not to mention multi-disc clutches, SPEC is produced to handle what ever your driveline can throw at it.

SPEC Clutch Kit – Stage 2+