Adventure Audi Drone Car – AI Trail
Super cool drone car can drive from Dubai to Cali with epic drone headlights to light the way. As the Audi AI:TRAIL parks at a small clearing, the five drones reconfigure themselves. Gathered together at the door of the AI:TRAIL, they form a bright spotlight and light the way for us to park and enjoy the sunset. The drones, which work both as lighting and cameras, make the Audi AI:TRAIL fully visible in the dark forest for the first time in luxury cars.
Audi AI: Trail in Action
The first thing you notice is the car’s body, whose shape is reminiscent of a diamond and which is made entirely of glass. Like a helicopter cabin, it gives the passengers a panorama view of the surrounding nature — be it a Scandinavian forest, a desert sandscape, or a rustically romantic canyon. Audi says that this maximized transparency should give passengers a close connection to the outside world — while still allowing them to feel protected. It’s perfect for off-road use — in fact, that’s what the entire design concept is based on.
The color of the AI:TRAIL should be (fittingly) reminiscent of the north European wilderness — the unique silvery light of Scandinavia and the blue shading of the northern seas. But, with a length of 4.15 meters and a height of 1.67 meters, the concept car is relatively compact.
The Audi AI:TRAIL’s frame grille serves as more than just a brand element that ties the 2019 concept car with the brand’s previous cars. The frame also serves to tie the exterior to the interior of the electric car.
It’s easy to see that the Audi concept car is designed for use on rough terrain — the quattro drive has become a design element. Eye-catching tires with visible technical elements give the car a good grip on the damp forest floor. They provide the link between the quattro drive and the car’s body. Audi explains: “The low center of gravity — created by placing the battery in the underbody and using four electric motors — shows off the quattro of the future. This vehicle is designed to get around quietly and without emissions — to protect the environment.”
The driver can choose autonomous driving level 3 (on forest roads) or 4 (on paved streets). On rough terrain, though, the driver still needs to drive. “This lets drivers either concentrate on nature with all of their senses, or enjoy a special blend of the feeling behind the wheel and the outdoor experience — in the truest sense of the word.
The outdoor theme carries over into the entire interior of the electric car. The grab handles are made of climbing rope that is knotted using macramé techniques. And the functionality is essential. The armrests, for example, are treated with an anti-bacterial, dirt-repellant coating. Gadgets like portable water bottles and light objects with a flashlight feature can be used on trips outside of the car. The “light companion” can scan the path and ensure that that the hiker finds their way back safely.
Natural materials such as wood, felt, and wool emphasize the connection to nature. In addition, some of the materials used in the interior are sustainably produced, like the recycled leather of the carpeting. It’s the Audi AI:TRAIL’s tribute to nature.
Headlights are drones that light the way to Cali.
The interior of the Audi AI:TRAIL is unique with two hanging chairs that work according to the same principle as a hammock. And, as if this weren’t unusual enough, passengers can easily remove the hanging chair and bring it with them. “This way, Audi accompanies the driver on his entire trip, whether in the car or on the forest trail in Cali. Audi is super fun and together with nature like watching sunset in Cali.
Audi AI Trail is Epic!
