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Old 09-07-2018, 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by adg44
This is not true. The tires that are on Audi models have specific Audi markings (AO or R01/R02),and are specifically developed and tested extensively to meet the ride/handling/braking/longevity required by the manufacturer. You can take an off the shelf tire and while it will look the same as the tire that has an AO marking, its internal construction, compound, and driving characteristics will be very different.
Can confirm this is correct.

You'll definitely be happier with 18" wheels if the 19" ones are too rough.

Also wanted to reiterate that per the latest order guide, the adaptive damping suspension is no longer an option for the 2019 A4 and A5 — however it is standard on the A4 allroad, and the sport adaptive damping suspension is an option on the S4 and S5. If anyone has more recent information that contradicts the order guide, let me know.
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Originally Posted by adg44
This is not true. The tires that are on Audi models have specific Audi markings (AO or R01/R02),and are specifically developed and tested extensively to meet the ride/handling/braking/longevity required by the manufacturer. You can take an off the shelf tire and while it will look the same as the tire that has an AO marking, its internal construction, compound, and driving characteristics will be very different.
you have been reading too much Audi marketing materials, almost always, my second set of tires is way better than the oem/.
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Originally Posted by The G Man


you have been reading too much Audi marketing materials, almost always, my second set of tires is way better than the oem/.
What scientific metrics are you using to determine "better"?
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Originally Posted by adg44


What scientific metrics are you using to determine "better"?
Indy testing and reviews.
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