Taking the Audi R8 to Dubai Autodrome was a first for us. We had driven on track a few times before, but always in other cars, never in our own. This time it was our V8 Audi R8, a full day at one of the region’s best-known circuits, and one big question: how hard could we push it?
Key takeaways
- Our first track day at Dubai Autodrome in our own car, a V8 Audi R8.
- Drivers ran in groups, with Group A warming up before our Group B session.
- Plenty of exotic company in the paddock, including a Ferrari.
- One heart-stopping braking moment on track.
- The R8 performed brilliantly all day.
The build-up
The day started with the drive out to Dubai Autodrome and a healthy mix of excitement and nerves. Pushing your own car on track is very different from driving someone else’s. In the paddock, the question everyone asks is how you are feeling, and the honest answer is that you say you are fine even when you are not quite fine.
Audi R8 at Dubai Autodrome: on track
The drivers were split into groups. Group A went out first to warm up, then it was our turn with Group B, alongside some serious competition, including a Ferrari. The video captures the session from inside the car with POV shots, plus aerial footage that shows the R8 tearing down the circuit.
There was one moment we will not forget: a braking zone where the car did not slow the way we expected. It was scary, and a reminder of why track days demand respect.
How the R8 performed
We came away very happy. Considering it is a V8, the R8 did extremely well, delivering strong acceleration and precise handling lap after lap. We were pleased with our own driving too, and it was a great way to learn more about what the car can really do.
Why watch the video
If you love supercars or have ever wondered what a track day at Dubai Autodrome feels like, the full video puts you in the driver’s seat, from the paddock nerves to the in-car action. It is the closest you will get without a helmet on.
Audi R8 Dubai Autodrome: frequently asked questions
What car did we drive at Dubai Autodrome?
We drove our own V8 Audi R8 on track at Dubai Autodrome.
Was this our first time on track?
No, we had driven on track before in other cars, but this was the first time in our own car.
How did the Audi R8 perform on track?
Very well. The V8 R8 delivered strong acceleration and precise handling throughout the day.
What footage is in the video?
The video includes POV and in-car driving shots, aerial footage of the circuit and behind-the-scenes moments from the paddock.
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