Audi has presented the first concept car in itsnnew stunning roadster range. The Audi skysphere concept is the name of an electric-powered, two-door convertible whose lines go straight to the Audi design of the future. It represents the brand's vision for the future progressive luxury category, in which the interior becomes an interactive place and the vehicle a platform for fascinating experiences. This is made feasible by autonomous driving, a new interior makeover, and a seamless digital environment. The Audi skysphere concept demonstrates how the company is redefining luxury in the future - it's not just about driving. The concept automobile was created with the explicit goal of providing its occupants with engaging and world-class experiences. The Audi skysphere concept had its public premiere on August 13, 2021, as part of Monterey Car Week, amid the renowned fairways of Pebble Beach golf course. Let’s have a look at the some of the exquisite features of the new skysphere from Audi:
1.The Audi skysphere idea is created to provide two distinct driving experiences: grand touring and sports. This makes advantage of a stunning technological detail: changeable wheelbase.
2.Electric motors and a clever mechanism with sliding body and frame components allow the wheelbase and external length of the automobile to be varied by 250 millimetres. Simultaneously, the vehicle's ground clearance is increased by 10 millimetres to improve comfort and driving dynamics.
3.The driver can take advantage of their freedom and choose their own driving experience with the touch of a button– either they pilot their 4.94-meter-long e-roadster themselves in “Sports” mode with a reduced wheelbase, while the rear-wheel steering ensures that the vehicle remains extremely agile despite its dimensions.
4.The aesthetic inspiration from its predecessor is restricted to the concept car's size and usual proportions, which include a relatively small interior and a long front end. Under the hood of the Horch lies an enormous straight-eight engine with a 5 litre capacity. The Audi skysphere, on the other hand, is primarily powered by electric components located between the front axle and the windscreen.
5.An electric motor located on the powered back axle is in charge of supplying power to the Audi skysphere's wheels. The roadster, which weighs about 1,800 kilogrammes, can easily handle 465 kilowatts of electricity and 750 Newton metres of torque. The weight distribution of about 60% on the powered rear axle results in plenty of traction and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just four seconds if necessary.
6.The 285/30 tyres, which are mounted on aerodynamically designed 23-inch alloy wheels, achieve the right mix between suitable for long-distance excursions due to low rolling resistance and a lively, energetic driving style with high longitudinal and lateral acceleration.
7.The dashboard also has 1415mm wide and 180mm high touch monitor panels. The upper portion of the centre console is where the car and infotainment systems are controlled. This may be utilised in Grand Touring mode to display material from the Internet, video conferences, or streaming movies.
8.When it comes to their footprints – 5.23 metres vs 5.19 metres; 1.85 metres compared 2.00 metres – the iconic Horch 853 convertible and the Audi skysphere are very comparable. The height difference is remarkable — in Sport mode, the Audi skysphere dives down to the road at 1.23 metres flat, with an optimised centre of gravity and aerodynamics.
9.Even while the car is in motion, a high-grade sound system – appropriate of this luxury convertible – provides music hall audio quality. The speakers are concealed behind the door panels, with a couple more in the back internal wall producing surround sound.
10.The Audi skysphere, Audi grandsphere and Audi urbansphere are the three concept vehicles used by the four-ringed brand to demonstrate its vision of modern luxury. These concept vehicles have a fresh design that reimagines the inside, or passenger compartment, as the vehicle's focal point.
