There are several things that come to
mind with the mention of the future: robots, flying cars, space. We think
technology, extravagance and convenience. We think of our daily lives
continuing to improve with technology designed to make our lives better,
easier.
So whenever there is mention of autopilot, we think: "That will be nice to have somewhere down the road". But what if we were to say that the future was here, that what we thought to be something only future generations could enjoy is actually obtainable now, on this day, for the general public to get its hands on.
Like any new technology out there, however, the "RP1 system" has its limitations. For starters, its price tag isn't novel at $10,000, it is limited to California highways and is designed for specific Audi models.
For those that meet all these factors or have the patience to wait for the system to expand its mapping system to other states, you can experience Cruise Automation's autopilot technology today.
We at Audi of Charlotte want to help get the Matthews region one step closer to autopilot technology by handing over the keys to the 2015 Audi A4.
