what is quattro audi

Quattro is the trademark used by the automotive brand Audi to indicate that all-wheel drive technologies or systems are used on specific models of its automobiles. The word "quattro" means "four" in Italian and is a registered trademark of Audi AG, a subsidiary of the German automotive enterprise, Volkswagen Group. It was first introduced in 1980 on the permanent four-wheel drive Audi Quattro model and has since been applied to all subsequent Audi AWD models. The quattro all-wheel drive system intuitively delivers power to the wheels with the most grip, maximizing traction in adverse driving conditions. It is available on every new Audi model and is known for providing enhanced performance and traction benefits