In this episode of All-Wheel Driven, host Joe Kucinski sits down with Rich Ortiz, General Manager at Audi West Chester, to unpack the latest shifts in Audi’s momentum. As enthusiasts still reminisce about the glory days of TDI performance, the brand’s EV future is accelerating — led by the Q6 e-tron, which has just overtaken the Q5 in U.S. sales.Together, Joe and Rich discuss what this milestone means for Audi buyers heading into the end of 2025, why this quarter might be the best time yet to shop for an Audi, and how Audi enthusiasts could influence the availability of heritage Audi Tradition parts for classic models in North America.Whether you’re an Audi enthusiast, an EV early adopter, or just curious where the four rings are headed next, this episode delivers insight, perspective, and a pulse check on Audi’s evolving lineup.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
00:39 Our Guest: Richard Ortiz of Audi West Chester
01:22 Is NOW the Time for TDI Diesels To Be Re-Introduced Into America?
04:14 Interest is Shifting Towards Electric?
06:56 Does Anyone Ask About the Concept C?
10:27 What Are People's Thoughts on the Audi Q6 E-Tron?
19:18 Are Most People Buying or Leasing Their Audis?
20:17 Is the End of the Year A Good Time To Buy Audis?
22:43 The 6% Discount for Audi Club Members!
24:31 If You're Looking to Buy an Audi, THIS is the Time
26:37 EV Inventory is Low Currently, What About Everything Else?
29:40 How Do Allocations Work With Higher-End Audi Cars? (Does Audi Do Allocations?)
33:33 What is the Audi Pre-Owned Car Inventory Like?
40:35 How Many Used Audi TDI Diesels Do The Dealers Have?
44:30 How Does Audi Feel About Their Older ('90s and 2000s) Models?
49:40 Our Audi Club Survey and Final Parting Thoughts
54:00 Outro
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