The year 2011 marks Audi Group of America Inc.’s major push into the upper reaches of the U.S. luxury market, as the top-end A8 model gains momentum and the new A6 and A7 are rolled out in what Audi is calling as Phase Two of its brand development in North America. Meanwhile, the U.S. arm is reconsidering its decision not to sell the upcoming Q3 model (Audi’s smallest cross/utility vehicle) after segment sales were seen to rise by 22.3% in 2010. Audi’s A1 small car that launched in Europe late last year also appears to have better prospects to join the U.S. lineup.
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