On Friday, September 6th, we drove to the Neckarsulm, Germany Audi Factory. We went with 4 other couples to attend an 1 1/2 hour tour of how they make Audi cars. The factory was huge. They employ close to 17,000 employees. The tour was very interesting. We learned what the four rings represent (Auto Union). Unfortunately we were not allowed to take pictures in the factory, but if you are interested - search Audi factory on YouTube. Much of the assembly is done by robotic machinery. But the final assembly is done by machines and people together. The assembly of the cars is very precise. We also learned that all cars are preordered by customers, either individuals or dealerships. The first color choice black, followed by silver or grey and white.
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| On the doors where the side mirrors usually are there are cameras - the screen is on the inside door. |
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| The price tag on this one is a mere 200,000,00 Euros |
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| We think our 16 year old grandson would like this one. Notice where the spare tire is (there are actually two there). |
"Because there is tomorrow, all our yesterdays have meaning and all our dreams have hope." Bruce D. Hafen, "Bridle all Your Passions" , Ensign February 1994
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