Audi presented its Grandsphere concept study at the Munich IAA, which it describes as a 'private jet for the road', writes Brian Byrne.
Probably previewing a production new A8, the very sleek large coupe-styled sedan imagines Level 4 automated driving as well as a lounge interior. There are no screens or instruments at first connect, but whatever is needed for the kind of driving being done is projected below the windscreen. The steering wheel folds away behind the wood trim when not needed.
The electric powertrain delivers a range of up to 750kms, with a suitable charging point pumping in 300kms of range in ten minutes. Given the brand's fast evolution to electrification already, as also has its parent company, we'll likely see production results of this study sooner rather than later.
