Many of the Audi models produced after Volkswagen took ownership of the brand were VW's with Audi badges. In secrecy and in opposition to the parent company, Volkswagen, Audi developed the Audi The model was launched in , again resurrecting the identity of the Audi brand.
The Quattro four-wheel drive system, a development from systems used in the DKW Munga and the Volkswagen Iltis, both small four-wheel drive military vehicles, was introduced in the performance car Audi Quattro, a coupe with constant four-wheel drive. The Quattro four-wheel drive system was later implemented to the other models in the Audi range. Volkswagen transformed Audi to the groups premium brand in the 's and 90's. After the war, car and motorcycle production was restarted in in Bavaria with the Isetta, an Italian designed microcar built under license, being the main product.
After a difficult period for the company with attempts by the British Rootes Group, makers of Humber and Sunbeam among other brands, and also American Motors to take over the company, German investors increased their shares heavily in BMW.
The , a small car with a cc engine, was launched in The model was in production until Larger vehicles with straight six cylinder engines were introduced in , the 5 Series in and the 3 Series in
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