Pirelli Fits Full Range of New Audi RS4

THE NEW RS4 WAS INTRODUCED AT PIRELLI'S VIZZOLA PROVING GROUNDS WITH P ZERO HIGH-PERFORMANCE TIRES MILAN, September 6, 2005- Pirelli announced today that it is Original Equipment on all of the new RS4s, Audi.s new sports model that was presented this week to the international press at the Pirelli proving grounds northwest of Milan, exclusively fitted with the ultra-high-performance P Zero Rosso and P Zero Corsa Asimmetrico tires. The ultra-low-profile P Zero Rosso radials, exhibiting an optimum balance between extreme performance and safety in any driving condition and comfort, together with the motorsport-derived P Zero Corsa Asimmetrico tires for use on both road and track, satisfy the technical demands of the new RS4, a sports car which combines the latest high performance motoring qualities with supreme everyday driving ones. The P Zero Rosso, homologated in sizes 255/40ZR18 and 255/35ZR19, has been designed with a tread pattern which ensures high resistance to aquaplaning, excellent grip in the wet and dry, as well as handling precision, comfort and low noise. The radial.s contact pressure is uniform thanks to a structure utilizing technologically advanced design and innovative materials that increase the tire.s performance and regular wear. The P Zero Corsa Asimmetrico, homologated in size 255/35ZR19, was born on the race track but is designed for both the road and the track. It ensures extreme performance in the dry, as well as in the wet, total grip when cornering, accelerating and breaking. The new RS4 homologation confirms the technological partnership between Pirelli and Audi, in particular on the Audi Quattro models, as well as the company.s strong positioning on the market.s higher performing segments.