The German carmaker has unveiled the RS Q8 Performance, its most potent SUV to date, one week after revealing its most potent model to date, the 912-hp RS E-Tron GT Performance. The 2025 model is now competitive with the car’s sporty cousin, the Lamborghini Urus, thanks to a significant power increase.

The Q8 update started last fall and includes the RS Q8 Performance. It has the same basic features as the normal RS Q8, including an eight-speed automatic transmission, Quattro all-wheel drive, and a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine. The RS Q8 Performance’s new exhaust system, which increases output from an already decent 591 horsepower and 590 foot pounds of torque to a whooping 631 horsepower and 627 foot pounds of torque, is what separates the two vehicles.

This increase in performance makes the model Audi’s most potent SUV as well as its most potent exclusively gas-powered automobile (including the R8 supercar of the second generation). Additionally, it now places the RS Q8 in the same ballpark as the Urus, whose non-hybrid variant yields 657 horsepower (but the new Raging Bull electric version boosts it to 789 horsepower).

Audi RS Q8 Performance in 2025

With all that extra power, Audi claims the RS Q8 Performance will be able to reach a top speed of 190 mph and accelerate from zero to sixty-two miles per hour in just 3.6 seconds. The car is also said by the manufacturer to be the fastest production SUV in the history of the infamous Nürburgring Nordschleife, having completed a full lap in 7:36.69 seconds. This makes it an even more potent performance on the racetrack.

The full-size model, which was already the sportiest SUV in the brand’s lineup, has undergone the most understated changes. The most noticeable change is the redesigned front end, which sports a matte grey accent piece exclusive to this model and a three-dimensional honeycomb-style grille with a larger bezel. With Matrix LED headlights and OLED taillights—the latter of which has a few programmable light signatures—the lighting package has also been adjusted.

The 2025 RS Q8 Performance Interior

Interior differences are also not that great. The RS design option, available in red or grey, adds contrast stitching to the perforated leather seats, center console, and floor mats in the same color. Alcantara covers the shifter and steering wheel, however.

In Europe, the RS Q8 Performance will go on sale later this month. Later this year, the American version is anticipated to arrive. The European version will start at €155,700 (about $167,000), though pricing details still need to be confirmed.

Up to 25% more battery life can be obtained by using the AI-BMS-on-chip, which also “unlocks” an extra 10% of a battery’s capacity. It accomplishes this by accurately monitoring the battery’s State of Health (SoH) and State of Charge (SoC) to a far greater extent than is feasible with conventional BMS units.

Syntiant’s NDP120 Neural Decision Processor takes decisions to avoid failures, improve battery safety, and maximize performance by analyzing battery performance in real-time and using predictive diagnostics to spot possible problems early.

The NDP120 was made with ease of integration with consumer and business electronics BMS systems already in place. The AI-BMS-on-chip technology removes all connectivity, latency, and privacy concerns related to cloud-based systems by being included into the battery itself.

“The AI-BMS chip addresses the need for real-time, efficient battery management in various applications.” Declared Chief Business Officer of Syntiant Mallik Monturi. Performance, safety, and battery life are all improved. For everything from consumer electronics to commercial vehicles, this makes it ideal.”

The AI-BMS-on-chip has the potential to significantly improve the electric vehicle (EV) market, from vehicles to personal eVTOL planes. By increasing range and delaying the need for new batteries, it may also result in significant cost savings for customers. The technology’s predictive capabilities may also reduce the likelihood of battery failures at times, like when you’re 200 feet above the ground on your way home from work in your Jetson.

The maximum life of most current lithium-ion batteries is typically 500–1,000 charge cycles before the battery starts to deteriorate. This might be increased to 625–1,250 cycles using the AI BMS from Eatron Technologies. LiFePO4 batteries can withstand up to 5,000 charge cycles with a typical BMS, and they are becoming increasingly popular in off-grid and recreational vehicle applications. Potentially, the NDP120 might raise these numbers to an incredible 6,250+ cycles.

This week in Stuttgart, Germany, Eatron is showcasing its AI-BMS-on-chip technology at The Battery Show Europe 2024.

In order to assist businesses in implementing generative AI more quickly, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) and NVIDIA unveiled “NVIDIA AI Computing by HPE,” a new suite of AI technologies.

Main Provided:

HPE Private Cloud AI: This is the first solution to combine HPE’s AI storage, compute, and HPE GreenLake cloud with NVIDIA AI processing, networking, and software. It supports companies of all sizes in creating and implementing AI solutions in an effective and sustainable manner. The solution comes in four versions to suit different AI workloads and incorporates OpsRamp AI copilot for improved IT operations.

Availability

With the help of channel partners like Deloitte, HCLTech, Infosys, TCS, and Wipro as well as the teams of both organizations, the new AI services and solutions would be made available.

The president and CEO of HPE, Antonio Neri, stated: “While fragmented AI technologies present risks, generative AI has the potential to transform enterprises.” Companies may concentrate on developing new AI applications to increase productivity and revenue with the aid of our new AI solutions.

A new industrial revolution is being propelled by faster computers and generative AI. Our thorough integration with HPE’s technology will provide businesses cutting-edge AI services and infrastructure. said Jensen Huang, CEO and founder of NVIDIA.

Attributes

HPE Private Cloud AI guarantees data protection, privacy, and governance while supporting a range of AI workloads. For more productivity, it provides a cloud experience with ITOps and AIOps. The system makes use of HPE AI Essentials software for AI and data foundation tools, as well as NVIDIA AI Enterprise software for data science pipelines and AI model deployment.

Technical Details:

The infrastructure consists of HPE ProLiant servers with NVIDIA GPUs and the NVIDIA GH200 NVL2 platform; NVIDIA Spectrum-XTM Ethernet networking; and HPE GreenLake for file storage.

Integration of OpsRamp with GreenLake Cloud:

With administration and observability tools, HPE Private Cloud AI offers a self-service cloud environment. Observability and AIOps are provided for the whole NVIDIA compute through the integration of OpsRamp with HPE GreenLake.

More Support for the Most Recent NVIDIA GPUs:

HPE ensures compatibility with future NVIDIA designs by adding support for the newest GPUs, CPUs, and Superchips from NVIDIA.

File Storage Certification:

With certification for NVIDIA DGX BasePOD and NVIDIA OVX systems, HPE GreenLake for File Storage offers a tried-and-true storage option for workloads that are heavy on AI and GPUs.

Global edge-to-cloud provider HPE assists businesses in gaining value from all of their data everywhere. With its solutions for cloud services, computers, artificial intelligence, and other areas, HPE improves business models and operational performance.