The was created in homage to the legendary Tourist Trophy motorcycle races (TT), in which riders from NSU, one of the four companies which joined forces to form Audi, began campaigning in 1911.

Adrian Earnshaw, Minister for Tourism and Leisure, Isle of Man Government, said, ‘It is a great opportunity to have Audi as our Official Car Partner, especially considering the Audi TT sports car is named after the event.’

Audi UK’s Head of Marketing Peter Duffy commented, ‘Having been supporters of the British Superbike Championship in recent years, we’re now delighted to be associated with the Isle of Man TT races and to be able to play an active part in this world famous event.’

‘The Isle of Man held the very first Tourist Trophy event in Britain and became an integral part of Audi’s heritage in its days with NSU. We look forward to writing the next chapter in our company’s history with the public showing of the new Audi TTS on the island.’

The ‘TT’ will be held from 24th May to 6th June this year, and will bring the sound of buzzing bike engine to more then 37 miles of public roads on the Ilse of Man.