The Audi Q7 TDI SUVs will be used throughout the 2009 racing season to transport the team's gear and supplies during races. The vehicles, which will be driven by the team's director and the team mechanic, will carry food, water, extra wheels, extra bikes, dry clothes and other necessities for the riders before, during and after the race.
Sponsors, media or VIPs may also accompany the team director in the vehicles during the race as a hospitality benefit.
The Audi Q7 TDI clean diesel SUVs are a fit for the Trek-LIVESTRONG Cycling Team because they will be driven g long distances during the season without time to stop for refueling, and diesel vehicles are typically 25% more efficient than gasoline vehicles.
The Trek-LIVESTRONG Cycling Team is made up of eleven riders from the United States, Canada, New Zealand and Japan, and includes US Olympian and world champion Taylor Phinney. The team is under the leadership and training guidance of 7-time Tour de France winner, Lance Armstrong.
When the vehicles are not at races, the two Audi Q7 TDI SUVs will be on display at either Mellow Johnny's, Armstrong's bike shop in downtown Austin, TX, or at the Audi dealership in the showroom, exhibited with official team bikes.
The Q7 TDI SUV is being praised by Audi as highly efficient for drivers who want "fuel economy, cleaner emissions, and less imported oil."
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