Audi S and RS: Quattro Revolution, (Hardcover)

<b>Celebrate 50 years of speed, innovation, and precision engineering in this stunningly illustrated collector's tribute to Audi's high-performance icons--S and RS. </b><p><b></b>From the legendary Quattro rally cars of the 1980s to the modern RS e-tron GT, <i>Audi S and RS</i> charts the complete evolution of Audi's most coveted performance line. Authored by Russell Hayes, this lavish history showcases <b>more than 200 photographs</b> spanning concept sketches, race victories, and today's precision-built super sedans and Avants. Discover how RennSport ("racing sport") became synonymous with understated power and design discipline--and how Audi translated its World Rally Championship dominance into street-legal innovation. </p><p>Take a visually thrilling ride through: </p><p></p><ul><li><b>Quattro's Rally Heritage</b>--The 1980 debut that changed motorsport forever, with victories by Hannu Mikkola, Walter Röhrl, Michèle Mouton, and Stig Blomqvist.</li><li><b>The Birth of RS</b>--The rare 1994 RS 2 Avant, co-developed with Porsche, establishing Audi's performance DNA.</li><li><b>S and RS Icons</b>--From S4 and RS 6 Avant to the R8 and RS e-tron GT, every generation combining German engineering precision with daily-driver practicality.</li><li><b>Design and Technology</b>--Audi's aluminum spaceframes, quattro all-wheel drive, turbocharging, and electrification--all explored through insider analysis and high-impact photography.</li><li><b>Full Technical Specifications</b>--complete tech specs for every generation of S and RS.</li></ul><i><br>Audi S and RS</i> is the definitive visual and historical record of Audi's pursuit of performance excellence. Whether you're a collector, designer, or lifelong enthusiast, this beautifully produced hardcover delivers the craftsmanship, authority, and aesthetic detail that have helped define Audi for decades.

• Audi S and RS: Quattro Revolution, (Hardcover)
• Author: Motorbooks International
• ISBN: 9781577157656
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-10-13
• Page Count: 224