Audi Sport TT Cup Drivers Factbook 2014 (English)

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Drivers information / factbook Version 1 / 17 October 2014


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Audi SportTT Cup

A synonym for success.Sportiness is in the genes of the Audi brand – and Audi Sport has

been a synonym for successful motorsport since 1981.

Currently at the top of the list are the factory-backed commitments

with the Audi R18 e-tron quattro and the Audi RS 5 DTM. With the

Audi R8 LMS ultra Audi Sport customer racing has one of the most

successful GT3 race cars in its portfolio – specifically developed foruse by customer teams and sold more than 120 times to date.

The Audi Sport TT Cup, from 2015 on, oers an attractive

opportunity to enter the world of Audi Sport and to be in close touch

with ‘big’ racing. At the same time, it closes the gap between GT

racing and the oering of the Audi driving experience, which allows

customers with sporting ambitions to drive Audi Sport models at the

limit and to even acquire a racing license.

Overview Audi Sport


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Our toughest test bench.

The race track.


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Audi Sport TT Cup

Customer sport: GT3

Top-flight racing: WEC and DTM

Audi driving experience, Audi R8, RS models

Fuel consumption figures Audi R8: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 12.4–14.9; Combined CO2-emissions in g/km: 289–349;

Fuel consumption figures Audi RS 4 Avant 4.2 FSI quattro: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 10.7; Combined CO2-emissions in g/km: 249

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Audi Sport


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Audi SportTT Cup

The Audi TT cup


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Audi SportTT Cup

Lightweight.The Audi TT cup is a lightweight tipping the scales at 1,125

kilograms and extremely agile. The production body of the third-

generation TT with its intelligent combination design of aluminum

and steel is so light that it can be adopted for racing nearly

unchanged. The bodyshell of the new race sports car consists of

aluminum and carbon fiber.

The 228 kW (310 hp) two-liter four-cylinder TFSI and the six-speed

S tronic are taken over nearly unchanged from the production models.

A push-to-pass function delivers a short-term power boost of 22 kW

(30 hp). An electronically adjustable limited-slip dierential provides

optimal traction on the front axle.

The safety seat and the fire extinguishing system make the Audi TT

cup a genuine race car just like the sophisticated aerodynamics with a

front splitter and rear wing with a long rearward projection. The LEDheadlights of the Audi TT give the race car a distinctive face as well.

In terms of safety, quality and reliability quattro GmbH applies the

same high standards to the Audi TT cup as to the successful Audi R8

LMS ultra GT3 race car.

The Audi TT cup


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Audi SportTT Cup

Model Audi TT cup (2015)VehicleVehicle type according to Audi Sport Regulations

Body Body-in-white featuring a steel/aluminum hybrid design with

welded-in steel safety cell (acc. to FIA Regulations)

Engine

Type Four-in-line gasoline engine with gasoline direct injection, exhaust

gas turbocharger with intercooler, four-valve technology, double

overhead camshaft, DOHC

Exhaust emission control system Oxygen sensor upstream of turbine (cylinder-selective sensorsignal), steel racing catalytic converter

Engine management Simos 18

Engine lubrication Wet sump

Cubic capacity 1,984 cc

Power output 228 kW (310 hp)/250 kW (340 hp) Boost for overtaking accessible

through push-to-pass system

Torque Over 400 Nm at 1,600 to 4,300 rpm

Drive train/transmission

Type of drive Front-wheel drive, traction control (ASR)Clutch Two electro-hydraulically operated oil-immersed multi-plate clutches

Transmission 6-speed dual-clutch S tronic with paddle shifting

Dierential Active electro-hydraulic front axle limited-slip dierential

Drive shafts Constant velocity joint shafts

Audi TT cup technical data

As of: October 2014


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Model Audi TT cup (2015)Suspension/steering/brakesSteering Electric progressive steering

Front suspension McPherson struts with lower steel wishbones, aluminum swivel

bearing, steel subframe, struts with coil springs and adjustable

dampers, adjustable stabilizers

Rear suspension Four-link rear suspension, dampers with coil springs (coil-over-

configuration), steel subframe, aluminum uprights, adjustable

stabilizers

Brakes Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system, with adjustable brake pressure distribution (front axle/rear axle), steel brake discs front

and rear, racing ABS

Rims Aluminum rims, front and rear, 10 x 18 inches

Tires 265/660-18 or comparable

Weights/dimensions

Length 4,620 mm

Width 1,994 mm

Height 1,195 mm

Minimum weight 1,125 kgEquipment

Fire extinguishing system Audi Sport

Seat system Audi PS1 Protection Seat

Refueling system Production-level with safety valve

Electrical system Production-level, modified for motorsport purposes

Audi TT cup technical data

As of: October 2014


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Audi SportTT Cup

The Concept

Entry into the world ofAudi Sport.

Six events, twelve races, 24 cars*: With the Audi Sport TT Cup the

brand with the four rings oers a new opportunity to enter the

company’s successful motorsport world starting in the 2015 season.

24 cars will be centrally prepared and fielded at six DTM events fora total of twelve races. For 18 slots on the grid drivers can apply at

www.audi-motorsport.com. The multi-stage selection process will

take place in close cooperation with the Audi driving experience. The

remaining six cockpits will be reserved for changing guest drivers.

The ticket for a season in the Audi Sport TT Cup costs 99,000 €

plus VAT and special services. Included in the entry fee are the

preparation of the cars and fielding in the race, data analyses, a

mechanic, a specific number of VIP tickets including admission tothe Audi Lounge in the paddock and areas for displaying personal

sponsor logos on the hood of the Audi TT cup.

Two 30-minute races are planned at each of the six events. The

driving time per weekend, including free practice and qualifying, will

be more than two hours per weekend. The winner of the Audi Sport

TT Cup can look forward to securing support in Audi’s GT program.

*actual planning, changes/modifications reserved


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The Drivers

Challengers Welcome.For the 18 open cockpits Audi is looking for interested drivers

worldwide on www.audi-motorsport.com. The Audi Sport TT Cup

stands for systematic promotion of young talent. The objective is to

have an interesting and varied driver mix that guarantees thrilling

motorsport.

Audi is looking for highly talented young race drivers aged over

16 years (born in or before 1998) with first success in motorsports

and a valid national race driver licence who want to join the Audi

Sport family.


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The Proposal

Full-service package.• 99,000 € per season (plus VAT)

• Included services for race drivers:

· Centrally prepared race car for 12 races

· Data analysis

· One mechanic as permanent contact person for the car at race

track for all races

· Support by Audi Sport TT Cup instructor

· Each race driver gets 4 Tickets for the Audi Lounge (DTM VIP Lounge)

for all six events (race driver + three guests)

· Special area for personal sponsors on the hood of the Audi TT cup

· One racing overall for the season

· Audi Sport TT Cup team wear

• Costs for damages during the season have to be paid by the driver

• Travelling and accomodation have to be paid by the driver


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Audi SportTT Cup

Personal Partnersof the Drivers

The Audi Sport TT Cup oers a new opportunity

to enter the company’s successful motorsport

world not only to drivers. Completely new options

to become involved in the DTM environment with

Audi are emerging for partners as well, also for

personal sponsors.

• Area on the engine hood of the vehicle for

personal partners of the driver

• Number and type: requires approval by Audi

The Partners


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The Environment

The DTM. Germany’snumber one.

The Audi Sport TT Cup will be held as part of the supporting program

of the DTM – the most popular motorsport platform in Germany and

one of the most prestigious racing series worldwide.

The three leading German premium manufacturers – Audi, BMW

and Mercedes-Benz – are involved in the DTM. 70,000 spectators

on average attended the races in the 2013 season. In more than

150 countries, the DTM can be watched live or delayed-as-live, in

Germany on ARD.

The heart of the DTM beats in Germany, but the series has won

international acclaim as well. In 2014, the grid included drivers from

12 nations.

Audi has been involved in the DTM since 2004 and has provided six

of the last eleven DTM Champions. Participants and partners of Audi

Sport TT Cup are in close touch with Audi’s successful DTM squad.

The joint Audi Lounge in the paddock is the central hub.


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Points of Contact & How to apply

Rolf Michl

Project Manager Audi Sport TT Cup

• Needed information:

· Short curriculum vitae in English (pdf file)

· Filled and signed application form

• Please send all documents to: [email protected]

Manuel Jahn

Marketing Audi Sport TT Cup


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Next Steps & Disclaimer

Next Steps

• The closing date for worldwide online applications at

www.audi-motorsport.com is 28 November 2014

• Selection of top 60 drivers by Audi

• 13/14 December 2014: Initial drivers’ evaluation at Audi

driving experience center in Neuburg (Germany)

Disclaimer

• Audi reserves the right to select the drivers if more applications

are submitted to AUDI AG than there are places available for the

Audi Sport TT Cup 2015

• No claims whatsoever arising from the information contained in

this booklet can be made by applicant against the AUDI AG

• All data and information of this factbook are non-binding and

subject to the right of modification at any time


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Audi SportTT Cup

Audi Sport TT Cup FAQs (Status: 17 October 2014)

• Topics:

· Audi Sport TT Cup – The Racing Series

· Audi Sport TT Cup – The Car

· Audi Sport TT Cup – The Drivers


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Audi Sport TT Cup – The Racing Series

Q: What does the Audi Sport TT Cup oer to potential drivers?

A: The Audi Sport TT Cup is an highly attractive international one-make cup,

which will be launched in 2015 as part of the supporting program at several DTM

races. The Audi Sport TT Cup will feature race cars prepared solely by AUDI AG at

a central base.

Q: How many races will the series consist of? On which tracks will you race?

A: The plan is to hold twelve Audi Sport TT Cup races at six DTM events in 2015.

Most of the races are in Germany, with one international race. The Audi Sport TT

Cup will race on the most attractive race circuits used by the DTM in 2015.

Q: How much driving time is available at each event?

A: In total, 140 minutes of driving time per race weekend is planned. This is

comprised of free practice (50 min), qualifying (30 min) and 2 races (30 min

each). A race weekend runs from Friday to Sunday.

Q: What can drivers expect from ‘centrally prepared’ race cars?

A: All cars contesting the Audi Sport TT Cup are prepared at a central base and

provided by AUDI AG. The registration fee will allow drivers to take part in twelve

Audi Sport TT Cup races as part of the supporting program at six DTM events

in 2015. As each car will be prepared to the same technical specification at a

central base, performance parity is guaranteed and every driver will have the

same chance of winning.


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Audi Sport TT Cup – The Racing Series

Q: How many cars will compete in the series?

A: The plan is for 24 cars to compete in the Audi Sport TT Cup. Six of the 24

cars will be reserved for international VIPs, Audi Sport racing legends and

international journalists, who will be specifically qualified by Audi driving

experience.

Q: Which partners are supporting the series?

A: We are already in contact with several potential partners. We will make an

announcement on www.audi-motorsport.com just as soon as all the partners

have been defined.

Q: What prizes can be won?

A: AUDI AG is oering prize money for the top 10 in each race. There are also

very attractive prizes for the top three drivers in the final Audi Sport TT Cup

standings, which will allow them to develop within the Audi Sport program.


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Audi Sport TT Cup – The Car

Q: What is the car’s technical configuration?

A: The technical data sheet can be found in this booklet on page 7.

Q: What components can be adjusted for set-up purposes by each drivers?

A: There will be a maximum of one or two components that can be adjusted for

the set-up by the driver or their support team.

Q: Will the cars be equipped with a team radio?

A: No, there will be no team radios installed in the cars.

Q: What is the ‘push-to-pass’ function?

A: The steering wheel in each car is equipped with a button, which when pressed

briefly increases the engine power by 30 hp. The period of time during which the

‘push-to-pass’ function can be used in a race will be defined.

Q: Will the car data be recorded? For what purpose will the data be used?

A: Yes, it will be recorded to train drivers skills in data analysis. AUDI AG has

the right to use car data to help other drivers (‘learn from the best’) and also as

source of information for spectators at the track and for viewers watching online.


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Audi Sport TT Cup – The Car

Q: Can a driver repair their car themselves if it is damaged during a race?

A: No, this is not possible. Only AUDI AG or its authorized general contractor

is allowed to repair the cars during and after the season. These costs must

be covered by the driver. In addition, only AUDI AG or its authorized general

contractor is permitted to carry out maintenance work on the cars throughout

the season.

Q: How will accidents be managed?

A: If an accident occurs during the race weekend, an independent technical

expert will analyze the car together with the driver documented by a written

protocol. All damaged components needing to be repaired will be documented.

AUDI AG will analyze the car together with the driver documented by a written

protocol. If additional damage is discovered while repairing the car, AUDI AG will

produce a photo documentation of the damaged parts. All replacement parts

must be paid by the driver before the start of the next race. The driver will be

invoiced for all replacement parts.

Q: What happens if a car is a total write-o?

A: There will be a tiered pricing system by AUDI AG that will define the costs to

be paid in case of a total write-o.


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Audi Sport TT Cup – The Drivers

Q: Who can take part in Audi Sport TT Cup?

A: If you are over 16 years of age and are a talented driver with some race

experience and with a clear vision about why you should be an Audi Sport TT

Cup driver, you can apply.

Q: How many stages will the driver selection process have? When will the

final driver selection take place?

A: There will be two stages in the driver selection process, during which

AUDI AG will assess the driving skills and personal character of all applicants.

The first driver selection stage is in December 2014 at the Audi Sport facility

in Neuburg, Germany. The final driver selection stage will be in February or

March 2015 in Spain.

Q: What does participating in the driver selection process cost?

A: All applicants must cover their own travel and hotel costs. To participate

in the first driver selection stage, applicants must pay 199 € for a one-day

workshop with professional instructors from the Audi driving experience,

professional race drivers and members of the Audi Sport TT Cup council.


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Audi Sport TT Cup – The Drivers

Q: What type of access will drivers get with the VIP tickets? Can more VIP

tickets be bought?

A: The VIP tickets give the driver and three guests access to the Audi

Lounge (DTM VIP Lounge) on Saturday and Sunday of Audi Sport TT Cup race

weekends. More VIP tickets can be bought for each race from AUDI AG as far

as available.

Q: What pieces of team clothing will the drivers receive? Will anyone else

receive team clothing?

A: The team clothing is comprised of all the necessary elements (polo shirts,

shirts, trousers, vest, jacket and cap). The distribution of team clothing will

be limited at the beginning of the season. The drivers must reimburse AUDI

AG/the Audi Sport TT Cup for any items lost or damaged during the season.

Team clothing is only provided for the driver and one person from the

support team who must be nominated for the entire season.

Q: Will drivers be able to display their personal sponsorship, and if so

where?

A: There will be the opportunity to display personal sponsorships on the car

and on the racing overalls. All personal sponsors must be approved by AUDI

AG (number/companies) and must not be in direct competition with AUDI AG

products or Audi Sport TT Cup partners.

Audi Sport TT Cup Drivers Factbook 2014 (English)

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