what does the r stand for in audi r8
Audi S and RS models Audi Sport GmbH (formerly quattro GmbH), AUDI AGs high performance private subsidiary, creates even higher performance versions, known by their "RS" badging. The "RS" initials are taken from the German: RennSport â€” literally translated as "racing sport". The characteristics and cost of these cars are close and equal to cars belonging to the supercar class.[8]