Audi TT: Sharp new TT gets its wings

We already reported about this, so just take it as a reminder.

If ever proof was needed that Audi's new TT was spoiling for a fight in the battle for coupé honours, here it is.

Our sensational spy shot shows, for the very first time, the key feature that should keep the second-generation model ahead of its rivals - an electric pop-up boot spoiler.

Similar to the system which is used by Porsche on its 911, the rear wing extends automatically as the car's speed increases. As a result, lift is reduced over the rear end, and the tyres stay glued to the road.

The clever aerodynamic tweak replaces the fixed spoiler that appears on the bootlid of the current TT - an addition which was hastily introduced by the firm after early models were found to be unstable at high speed.

Not only does the ingenious aerodynamic solution make the TT safer, it also allows Audi to retain the trademark sloping rear window line and smooth curved bootlid of the original car when the spoiler is not in use. The rear wing will appear on all models in the range.

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Source: Auto Express

Audi TT: Sharp new TT gets its wings

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