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Audi R8 LMX Gets Laser Lights As Standard
Audi has unveiled their most powerful R8 road legal car till date. They call it the LMX variant of the R8, it is a limited edition and will have a very special feature. The limited edition R8 will come with laser lights as standard fitment.
These laser lights will provide more illumination than conventional halogen bulbs. They are expected to deliver 5,500 Kelvin of white light.
Audi AG's Board Member for Development states, "The transfer of the laser headlight to the Audi R8 LMX underscores our leading position in lighting technology. The safety benefit this provides to the customer truly represents Vorsprung durch Technik."
Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg explains,"Audi has long dominated the most important 24-hour race. In addition to the outstanding TDI drive technology, a maximum light yield gives our pilots a major advantage, and with night racing in particular is a key factor to our success."
The laser lights provided by Audi enhance road visibility and can adjust the light according to the situation, which other cars can't currently. This technology was first used in the 24 Hours Le Mans competition.
The German built R8 LMX will be powered by a 5.2-litre V10 engine. The engine will generate 540 Nm of peak torque along with 570 horsepower. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 kmh in 3.4 seconds. The car will also sport gloss black exhaust pipes, carbon fibre inserts, rear spoiler along with 19-inch alloy wheels. Audi have given it a special Ara Blue paint scheme.
The interior of Audi R8 LMX will sport premium Nappa leather seats with Sepang blue stitching, illuminated door sill plates and Alcantara headliner. Only 99 cars will be manufactured by the German manufacturer. Audi will price their R8 LMX at 210,000 Pounds and will be available within this year.
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