Audi driving experience 2016

Audi driving experience 2016
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Audi driving experience 2016
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• The Audi driving experience
The very essence of performance driving.
• The Audi team
Internationally-trained instructors.
• The Audi training vehicles
Award-winning vehicles with ground-breaking technology.
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• The venues
World-class national and international venues and facilities.
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• Audi Lifestyle driving experience
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• Audi Advanced driving experience (Tier 1)
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• Audi Sport driving experience (Tier 2)
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• Audi Sport Pro driving experience (Tier 3)
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• Audi Race driving experience (Tier 4)
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• Audi Ice driving experience
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• Audi Le Mans experience
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To say that 2016 promises to be our biggest and best year yet is a bold statement, given the reputation of the Audi driving experience – but I have no reservation in saying it.
Since relaunching the Audi driving experience in 2012, we have adopted a policy of constant review and have continually strived to improve the product we deliver. This year
we have made significant changes both in the course structures and in adding new programs to give our customers greater variety to best suit their driving aims.
Of course it helps to be able to draw on what we believe is the most impressive fleet of performance vehicles in the country. With exciting new models joining the fleet,
customers have a lot to look forward to, and the new tier structure means that participants will find themselves behind the wheel of high-performance models much sooner
than ever before.
Having such an impressive program and vehicle line-up has certainly been noticed in the motorsport community and we have been fortunate to attract some amazing new
motorsport talent to add to our already impressive team of instructors. This year we welcome three new instructors in Steven Johnson, Karl Reindler and Chris Pither, all of
whom bring impressive driving credentials and achievements with them. We will also announce the appointment of two female professional instructors to join us for certain
course days throughout the year.
But regardless of the level of experience you have, or the level of proficiency you would like to attain, the Audi driving experience remains focused on helping you not only
improve your skills and awareness behind the wheel, but also to heighten your enjoyment and get the very most out of your driving.
I look forward to seeing you on the track.
Steve Pizzati – Chief Driving Instructor
Audi driving experience
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Combining Audi’s award-winning performance cars with a celebrated team of
internationally-trained instructors, the Audi driving experience is acknowledged as
one of the leading performance driving programs in Australia and around the globe.
Catering to all levels of experience from those wanting to sharpen their driving skills,
right through to those looking to experience the exhilaration of motorsport, the
extensive catalogue of programs have been designed to deliver exceptional results,
delivered in true Audi style.
Utilising the very best driving facilities in the country as well as a range of premium
international experiences, the specially designed programs focus on helping each
participant achieve their personal goals.
The different courses offered within the Audi driving experience have wide
reaching appeal and have seen a broad cross-section of participants including Audi
ambassadors take part and in many cases work their way through multiple levels of
driver training.
The tremendously successful Audi Lifestyle drives return, giving customers the
perfect way to experience a range of the latest Audi vehicles in a relaxed, real-world
touring environment, while the performance course structure has been redefined for
those looking to ‘progress through the performance ranks’ as they seek to attain ever
higher driving proficiency.
From mastering car control on ice and snow in the stunning surrounds of the Austrian
Alps, to being track side for the greatest endurance race on earth at the 24 Hours
of Le Mans – the Audi driving experience offers a world of driving and motorsport
experiences that are in a class of their own.
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> > The team
Not only are the Audi driving experience instructors
internationally-trained to Audi’s unwavering standards, they
are also accomplished race drivers in their own right, boasting
numerous national and international racing championships
and no less than 73 Bathurst 1000 starts between them.
Ably led by Chief driving instructor, Steve Pizzati – himself
an engineer, race driver and motoring commentator – this
inspiring team includes many names that are amongst the
cream of Australian motorsport. Dean Canto, Steven Johnson,
Luke Youlden, Ian Dyk, Karl Reindler, Daniel Gaunt and Chris
Pither are all part of the regular instructor line-up, from Audi
Advanced driving experience right through to the Audi Race
experience.
In addition, the Audi team will also include specially selected
female instructors to add an extra dimension to selected track
days.
Just as important as their prowess behind the wheel, all of the
Audi instructors are gifted communicators who take their role
very seriously and are dedicated to helping each participant,
regard-less of their previous experience or ambition, to reach
their personal goals.
Very much in a class of their own, the Audi driving experience
team will impress at every level and ensure an experience that
goes well beyond all expectations.
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> > The vehicles
The Audi brand has built its reputation on cutting edge technology and automotive
innovation, proving its numerous advances on the race tracks of the world with
extraordinary success.
Boasting technologies such as quattro permanent all-wheel drive, Audi ultra
lightweight construction and the Audi space frame to name just a few, the company
has remained at the forefront of automotive performance and development for over
100 years, and that same advanced technology lies at the heart of our cars to this
day.
Boasting the largest and the most powerful range of performance vehicles to be
offered in any driver training program in the country, the Audi driving experience
allows you to experience Vorsprung durch Technik first hand across its exciting
range of programs.
From the dynamic Audi S1 Sportback, through to the awe-inspiring Audi R8 LMS race
car, the Audi fleet of vehicles offers pure exhilaration at every level.
Participants in the Audi Advanced driving experience will test vehicles from within
the Audi A, Q and S ranges* including not only the award-winning Audi S8 limousine
but also the dynamic Audi TT.
The new Audi Sport program utilises the exhilarating performance vehicles of
both the Audi RS range^ and stunning Audi R8 supercar, while those undertaking
the Audi Sport Pro driving experience do all of their driving behind the wheel
of the Audi R8. From RS Q3 to RS 5 to R8 V10 plus, these cars epitomise highperformance with their combination of extraordinary grip and handling and
unbelievable acceleration and braking.
For those making the final step to ultimate performance, the most successful
GT race car in the world awaits – the Audi Race driving experience conducted
exclusively in the all-conquering Audi R8 LMS ultra race car. Much has been written
about this awe-inspiring race car, but no words can equal the experience of actually
driving it.
*Specific models within the A, Q, S and TT ranges are subject to availability.
^Specific models within the RS and R8 range are subject to availability.
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>> Barbagallo Raceway, WA
> > The driving venues 2016
The Audi driving experience holds courses around the country at some of the most celebrated motorsport venues in Australia, ensuring
that participants are well catered for regardless of where they are situated.
For those looking to take on the unique challenges of the Audi Ice driving experience in Seefeld, Austria*, world-class facilities await you.
>> Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, VIC
One of the most spectacular
permanent race tracks in the
country, the 4.45 kilometre
circuit has hosted Australian
Grand Prix and Moto GPs and is
a regular on the Australian GT
Championship Series calendar.
Located 50 kilometres north of
Perth, Barbagallo Raceway is the
only full-length championship
race track in Western Australia.
The 2.4 kilometre track regularly
hosts a range of motorsport
events from Formula Ford,
to classic race meets to V8
Supercars.
>> Mallala Motor Sport Park, SA
>> Sydney Motorsport Park, NSW
Sydney’s premier motor racing
circuit, the fast, open Sydney
Motorsport layout has hosted
numerous international events.
The
4.5
kilometre
track,
situated just 40 kilometres
from the centre of Sydney is
the only permanent track in
Australia with an FIA Grade 2
International license.
This 2.6 kilometre racing circuit
is just 55 kilometres north of
Adelaide and is considered the
home of motorsport in South
Australia.
>> Mount Cotton Driving Centre, QLD
Just 30 minutes from the heart
of Brisbane and 60 kilometres
from the Gold Coast, the superb
Mount Cotton Driving Centre
boasts a full range of purposebuilt driver training facilities
including skid pan, hill climb and
a 3.5 kilometre road circuit.
>> Seefeld, Austria
Nestled
in
the
stunning
Austrian Alps, Audi’s ice driving
headquarters is located near
the picturesque ski resort of
Seefeld. An oasis of snow and
ice, it is the perfect place to work
on the finer points of car control
on surfaces that offer next to no
traction.
>> Sandown Raceway, VIC
An iconic Australia motor racing
circuit, the 3.1 kilometre circuit,
situated just 25 kilometres
south of Melbourne has been
home to some of Australia’s
most
exciting
motorsport
events since hosting its first
motorsport event in 1962.
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> > Audi Lifestyle driving experience
Escape the city in style and put the latest models from
the Audi range to the test in a relaxed, real world
driving environment with Audi as your host.
Duration
• Full day
Training vehicles
• Wide selection of Audi vehicles**
The Audi Lifestyle driving experience put you behind the
wheel of a selection of new Audi models over the course
of a day, as you take in carefully chosen local driving
roads and points of interest on your way to your Audi
lunch venue*.
Requirements
• Full Australian driver’s licence
• 21 years of age or over
More information
• Contact your nearest Audi dealer for more details of the Audi Lifestyle driving experience in your area
There is no better way to sample the extensive range of
Audi vehicles while enjoying a day behind the wheel –
Audi style.
*Audi Lifestyle driving experience, venues and destinations are arranged by individual Dealerships.
Contact your local Audi Dealer for specific details of Audi Lifestyle driving experience in your area.
**Specific Audi models are subject to availability.
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> > Audi Advanced driving experience - Tier 1
Car control and dynamics at speed are at the very
heart of the Audi Advanced driving experience,
where not only your skills, but your enjoyment of
driving will be taken to a whole new level.
Audi’s instructors will help you hone your skills and
develop a heightened sense of anticipation as you
test not only your own limits but explore those of
the stunning vehicles, including the dynamic new
TT* and performance S range*.
During the course of the day, you will experience
first hand how the cars react in emergency
situations, which, coupled with sharpened reflexes
and the new skills and techniques you will be
taught, will provide you with the tools to derive
not only more enjoyment from your driving in
general, but whet your appetite for exploring
vehicle performance at an even higher level.
At a glance
• Driver set-up
• Timed steering slalom
• Understeer/oversteer identification
• High speed ABS emergency braking
with obstacle avoidance
• Full track lapping
Duration
• Full day
Training vehicles
• Wide selection of A, Q and S model range*
Price
• $999.00 (incl. gst)**
Requirements
• Full Australian driver’s licence/ minimum 21 years of age
More information
• www.audidrivingexperience.com.au
Testimonials
It was a great day and a lot of fun. The instructors were awesome and the catering was beautiful.
Thank you very much.
Daryl Van Der Graaf
Wow what a fantastic day! Improved my driving skills and planning to do more.
Thank you
Doug Stronach
*Specific models within the A, Q, S and TT ranges are subject to availability.
**Pricing is for course only. Excludes flight costs and any other travel-related, accommodation-related or other ancillary costs.
See www.audidrivingexperience.com.au for course dates, venues and full terms and conditions.
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> > Audi Sport driving experience - Tier 2
Discover first hand why the cars with the famous
RS – Renn Sport – moniker are revered around
the world and considered amongst the most
accomplished performance cars of the modern era
when you take on the Audi Sport high performance
program.
Experience the extraordinary performance of
vehicles from Audi’s RS and R8 range* as you
refine your own skills at increasing speeds and in
more challenging conditions.
The unparalleled acceleration, grip and handling
of the RS training and R8 vehicles will not
only impress but serve to enhance your driving
experience and offer the perfect vehicles in which
to further develop your own high speed skills.
At a glance
• Timed high-speed motorkhana test
• Understeer/oversteer correction
• High speed ABS emergency braking section test
• Full track lapping
• Racing line training
Duration
• Full day
Training vehicles
• Selection from the RS and R8 model range*
Price
• $1,500.00 (incl. gst)**
Requirements
• Full Australian driver’s licence/ minimum 21 years of age
• Complete Tier 1
More information
• www.audidrivingexperience.com.au
Building on techniques acquired in the Advanced
program, the Audi Sport program will see you push
your own limits, refining your car control at higher
speeds and taking your driving to all new levels.
Testimonials
I have to say I have done a few of these in the past with other competitor brands. This by far was the best! The day was run exceptionally well.
Much appreciated.
Ricardo Wells-Jansz
*Specific models within the RS and R8 range are subject to availability.
**Pricing is for course only. Excludes flight costs and any other travel-related, accommodation-related or other ancillary costs.
See www.audidrivingexperience.com.au for course dates, venues and full terms and conditions.
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> > Audi Sport Pro driving experience - Tier 3
This is a course for performance enthusiasts
looking to hone their own driving skills to a razor’s
edge as they explore the upper reaches of highperformance motoring.
Having completed the first two tiers, the Audi
Sport Pro program places the focus on further
refining key performance driving skills as it takes
you into the highly specialised world of race craft.
Challenging, exhilarating and hugely rewarding,
the Audi Sport Pro experience provides
personalised tuition with participants driving the
award-winning Audi R8 on two of the country’s
most revered race tracks. Here, participants are
taught to find the perfect racing line and optimise
braking points for smooth, fast cornering as they
learn to ‘straighten out the track’ in pursuit of that
‘perfect lap’.
At a glance
• Warm-up training
• One-on-one personal training
• Full track lapping
Duration
• Full day
Training vehicles
•Audi R8
Price
• $3,500.00 (incl. gst)**
Requirements
• Full Australian driver’s licence/ minimum 21 years of age
Complete Tier 1 and Tier 2
More information
• www.audidrivingexperience.com.au
Testimonials
I’d like to pass on my sincere thanks for one of the most memorable days I’ve had in my driving experience. The whole team is so professional, I don’t think
there could be a better facilitator than Steve with a great ability to impart knowledge and experience in a way that was memorable and just outright enjoyable.
He made the day comfortable, fun but exhilarating.
David Dessent
I had a fantastic time! I really enjoyed doing the training exercises and it was a very special treat to experience the R8! It was a great event and very well
organised and professional. Steve Pizzati was an excellent host too. Thank you!
Diane Ridgway
**Pricing is for course only. Excludes flight costs and any other travel-related, accommodation-related or other ancillary costs.
See www.audidrivingexperience.com.au for course dates, venues and full terms and conditions.
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The very pinnacle of high-performance driving, the Audi Race experience puts
you behind the wheel of the most successful GT race car of all time – the Audi
R8 LMS – in simulated race conditions in a program without equal.
The Audi R8 LMS has won the famous Nürburgring 24 Hour race for the last
two years straight as well as countless victories throughout Europe, Asia
and the United States. Last year, German driver Christopher Mies won the
Australian GT Championship in an Audi R8 LMS and in taking on the Audi Race
experience, you will become one of a select few to drive this awe-inspiring race
car.
Complete concentration and commitment are essential in this experience,
which calls on all of the skills and race craft you have learned to date in your
progression through the program tiers.
This program is centred on the highest levels of performance and vehicle
control at competition speed – with personalised one-on-one coaching, full
race data analysis and overlay and a race engineer debriefing to help you get
the most from this extraordinary machine and from your own performance.
At a glance
• Personalised one-on-one coaching
• Full race data analysis
• Engineer debriefing
• Full track lapping
• Racing line training
• Race overtaking
Duration
• Full day
Training vehicles
• Training vehicle – Audi R8 LMS ultra
Price
• $6,800.00 (incl. gst)**
Requirements
• Full Australian driver’s licence/ minimum 21 years of age
• Complete Tier 1, 2 and 3
More information
• www.audidrivingexperience.com.au
Limited to just three participants and held only at Victoria’s Phillip Island
Grand Prix Circuit and Sydney’s Motorsport Park, this is a unique, high-calibre
motorsport experience that will change the way you view high-speed, highperformance driving forever – and perhaps ignite a desire to delve deeper into
motorsport.
Testimonials
I just wanted to say thanks again to everyone else involved in the driving days. The race experience was a great opportunity to step out of my
comfort zone and experience the adrenalin involved with learning something new. The instructors were so patient and I really cannot thank them
enough for making the day so enjoyable. The food was delicious and the track and facilities second to none.
Craig McCombe
**Pricing is for course only. Excludes flight costs and any other travel-related, accommodation-related or other ancillary costs.
See www.audidrivingexperience.com.au for course dates, venues and full terms and conditions.
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> > Audi Ice driving experience
The spectacular scenery of the Austrian Alps forms
the backdrop for this extraordinary drive program,
as you put your own skills and the superior
handling of quattro against the most demanding
surfaces imaginable.
Audi’s ice driving facility in Seefeld, Austria is
the perfect place to learn the finer points of car
control on snow and ice, where grip levels are
negligible and preconceived notions of vehicle
handling are challenged at every turn.
This exhilarating program has earned an
international reputation for excellence and
will prove immensely rewarding for motoring
enthusiasts looking to build on their personal
catalogue of exceptional driving experiences.
But this trip is not just about the driving, giving
participants the chance to immerse themselves
in the Austrian culture as well as visiting Audi’s
headquarters in Ingolstadt. Here, an exclusive
factory tour shows the painstaking detail that
goes into each Audi, while a visit to the company’s
award-winning museum sheds new light on Audi’s
rich history.
At a glance
• Oversteer/understeer identification and correction (studded snow tyres)
• Power sliding techniques
• Emergency braking and evasive manoeuvres on ice and snow
• Advanced techniques (including Scandinavian Flick)
• Timed cross-country ice driving challenge
Additional activities • Ingolstadt factory tour
• Audi museum mobile tour
Duration
• Three day duration^
Training vehicles
• Vehicles from the A, S and RS model range*
Price
• Contact the Audi driving experience team on
1300 509 155 for detailson pricing, course dates, venues and full terms and conditions
Requirements
• Full Australian driver’s licence/ minimum 21 years of age
^Course duration three days, travel additional.
*Specific models within the A, S and RS ranges are subject to availability.
Pricing is for three days driving course, additional activities (as above), five nights accommodation, transfers and associated
meals. Excludes flights and any other travel-related or ancillary costs.
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> > Audi Le Mans experience
It is without a doubt the ultimate endurance, and in 2016 Audi will be
aiming to win its 14th 24 Hours of Le Mans since 2000 – the most dominant
performance by a manufacturer in the modern era.
A gruelling test of man and machine, team work and technology played out
over 24 hours on the famed Circuit de la Sarthe, the 24 Hours of Le Mans is
considered one of the greatest motorsport events on earth.
The all-new Audi R18 e-tron quattro race car will carry the hopes of the
manufacturer that has built a reputation not only for winning races at La
Sarthe, but for pushing the envelope of automotive technology in this, the
toughest endurance race in the world.
The Audi Le Mans experience takes guests trackside as only Audi can. With
special VIP viewing lounges around the track to choose from, guests will
not miss a moment of the action as the top LMP1 cars reach speeds of up to
340km/h.
At a glance
• Fully hosted
• Access Audi Racing Hotel
• Audi pit walks
• Helicopter flights
• Audi driving experience
• Audi karting
• Audi corner shuttles
• Michelin Tour
Duration
• Three day duration^
Price
• Contact the Audi driving experience team on 1300 509 155 for details on pricing, course dates, venues and full terms and conditions
On the track the action is extraordinary, but inside the Audi VIP areas, there
is a more sedate feel, even though the electricity is in the air. Chefs prepare
gourmet fair throughout the race, while guests are kept up to date with all
information on the race, as well as enjoying exclusive tours of the Audi pits and
witness exclusive driver debriefings as they happen over the course of the race.
The on-track Audi Hotel is available for those wanting to grab a few hours of
sleep as required, but for those determined to enjoy every minute of the 24
hours, Audi’s superb hospitality is available around the clock to help enhance
what is the ultimate motorsport experience.
^Experience duration three days, travel additional.
Pricing is for three day experience, three nights accommodation, transfers and associated meals.
Excluding flight costs and any other travel-related or ancillary costs.
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> > Contact information
For more information on the courses and events
outlined in this brochure, or to book online please
visit: www.audidrivingexperience.com.au
or contact: 1300 509 155
Full terms and conditions of participation are
available on application. To apply contact
www.audidrivingexperience.com.au
The information contained in this brochure is correct
as at the date of publication but may be subject
to change depending on factors including, but not
limited to, event demand and vehicle availability.
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