Audi R8 Driving - Experience the Perfect Driving Gift
By
Dave Foord
For many years, when people talked about supercars, Audi was not
the first name that came up in conversation. However, in 2006 this all
changed with the launch of the Audi R8. A mid engined 4.2 litre V8
supercar that changed the way many people think about Audi. The only
problem for the average motorist is the price, at just under £100,000,
the Audi R8 is well out of the range for most. Or is it? With an Audi R8
driving experience just about anyone can experience the ultimate German
supercar without breaking the bank.
With
a history of racing in the Le Mans 24 hours, it still came as a bit of a
surprise when Audi announced the release of the R8 in 2006. Powered by a
4.2 litre, 32 valve V8 and utilising Audi's Quattro system, the R8 is
an outstanding drive. With 414 bhp, the Audi R8 powers from 0 - 60 mph
in a meagre 4.4 seconds and if you keep your foot planted firmly on the
floor it will eventually top out at 187 mph. It may not be the fastest
supercar in the world, but that hasn't stopped the plaudits coming in,
many have hailed the R8 as a match for the Porsche 997 (praise indeed)
and What Car? awarded the R8 the coveted performance car of the year in
2010. Light, fiercely powerful and with a superb handling system, the R8
has quickly become one of the most sought after Supercars in the world
today.
Making the most of the Audi R8
Driving
experiences are generally held at one of two venues, either a race
circuit or on an aerodrome. Whilst the aerodrome option offers the
chance to dive the R8 fast, the racing circuit is where the R8 comes to
life. With a true racing pedigree and that fantastic four wheel drive
system the R8 will leave you grinning from ear to ear every time you
push the accelerator. Hairpin bends and chicanes will cause the driver
no problems, get on the straights, push your foot down and the R8 growls
as it eats up the tarmac beneath you.
The Driving Experience
When
you arrive at the circuit there is a 15 minute safety briefing to
explain exactly what the driving experience will involve. With the
briefing completed it's off to the circuit where a qualified racing
driver will show you the lines in an Alfa Romeo Giulietta or a MINI
Cooper S, showing you how to get the very best out of your Audi R8
Experience. With the familiarisation laps completed it's time to jump
into the Audi R8 for the drive of your life. For the next six miles the
professional instructor will be by your side, pointing out the lines,
when to push, when to brake. The Audi R8 driving experience will leave
you wanting more for hours after.
If the audi R8 isn't for you
then driving experience companies offer a huge range of supercars for
you to drive, from Italian thoroughbreds such as the Ferrari 360 or the
Lamborghini Gallardo to the unbelievable Arial Atom, there is sure to be
a supercar to suit your individual needs.
Dave Foord is the content writer for a number of websites including the Racing School. If you would like an Audi R8 Driving Experience the Racing School has been offering driving experiences since 1978 and specialises in Supercar Driving Experiences.
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