Autonomous Driving: The Future is Near

Who’s ready to kick back and let the car do the driving?

Wishful thinking, right? Well, wishful thinking is looking more like a reality. Audi issued a press release in Frankfurt, Germany yesterday (September 11, 2017) stating that they will be debuting three will be making their premiere in Frankfurt at the IAA 2017: the new Audi A8, Audi ElAIne and Audi AIcon. These two are the autonomous Audis of the future.

About the Audi AI Vision

“Audi ElAIne and Audi AIcon – two concept cars whose very names refer to the new, two-letter abbreviation under which Audi is bundling an entire cluster of innovative mobility technologies. Audi AI is the new cipher for a variety of innovative systems that relieve strain on drivers and simultaneously also offer them new possibilities to use the time spent in the car. To this end, Audi AI also uses strategies and technologies from the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Audi AI systems are capable of learning and thinking, while also being proactive and personal. Thanks to Audi AI, models bearing the four rings will be both intelligent and empathetic. They will be able to continually interact with their surroundings and passengers, and thus adapt themselves in a better way than ever before to the requirements of those on board.”

Below, the Audi Elaine concept car.

Below, the Audi Aicone concept car.


The new Audi A8

The new three-level self-driving Audi A8 is the first production automobile to permit conditional automated driving on public roads. Drivers will have the ability to completely turn over driving in certain situations.

For a more in-depth look into the new concepts, please read the full press release here.

You may be wondering when these will be available to the U.S. As of now, it could be a few, maybe several years; there’s still a lot of work to be done across the pond, and especially over in our neck of the woods. But it is a fascinating concept that Audi is beginning to bring to life, and we’re certainly keeping a close eye on the development of this vehicle!

As for any other Audi needs, come by Audi of Charlotte and we’ll help you find the perfect Audi. To start, take a look at our inventory and contact us to schedule a test drive today!