The idea of an electric R8 has fallen flat, so Audi is doing what it knows works - asking Italy for some excitement.

The Audi R8 is making a comeback — and not as the electric supercar many expected. According to Autocar, Audi has decided to resurrect the iconic R8 with a new generation model powered by a fierce 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8,

I t’s been a year since Audi built the final R8. Although Lamborghini is replacing the Huracan with the new Temerario, a twin from Ingolsta

Audi is reportedly bringing back the R8, and this time, it’s packing hybrid power and nearly 1,000 horsepower.