# Supercar Spy Sightings Audi RS5 Prototype in California By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2008-08-22 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-look-at-audis-super-gt-audi-rs5-spotted-in-california References: [jalopnik](http://jalopnik.com/5039973/audi-rs5-caught-getting-hot-in-the-california-desert) The California desert couldn't hide the **[Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-audi-a6-etron) RS5 prototype** from nosy spy photographers, who captured engineers working on this super GT. As with any other highly-anticipated car release, car junkies are keen to get their fix of this Audi's features before official details are released to the public. Jalopnik notices the lack of fog lamps on the RS5 and the extra breathing ducts to cool the engine and brakes that are in their place. The silver side mirrors are an RS trademark, but the Jalopnik writers are anxious to see what's under the hood. The top three choices that writers anticipate will power the RS5 each will deliver over 420 horsepower. If the [Lamborghini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huracan-tecnica) [V10](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamborghini-huracn-tecnica) gets the nod of approval, however, this Audi will have 500 horsepower straight out of the dealership. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Spyshots of Audi RS5:** Opportunity for automotive companies to improve their car's cleanness and low-profile aesthetics for covert testing. - **Lack of Fog Lamps on RS5:** Opportunity for companies to invest more in aerodynamics to improve fuel economy and reduce wind noise on future car models. - **Lamborghini V10 Engine:** Opportunity for engine manufacturers to invest in developing more powerful and efficient engines for high-performance cars. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can invest in developing more efficient and cleaner engines that are viable options for supercars. - **Aerospace:** The aerospace industry can help the automotive industry by utilizing technology to create more efficient and aerodynamic designs for cars. - **Technology:** The technology industry can help develop new materials to improve fuel economy and reduce wind noise, as well as support the development of autonomous driving technologies for future cars. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sophisticated High-Range EV Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-audi-a6-etron.md) - [Optimized Aerodynamics EV Racers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-q-etron-e2.md) - [Electric Performance Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vision-gt.md) - [Rear-Wheel Drive Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huracan-tecnica.md) - [Luxury Sleek Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q8-55-etron.md) - [Beastly Luxury Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-q4-55-etron.md) - [Aerodynamic Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-911-gt3-rs.md) - [Powerful All-Electric Station Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-a6-avant.md) - [Reimagined Road-Legal Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadlegal-supercar.md)