Audi's Changeable Light Patterns Will Act As Intelligent Displays
In addition to providing Audi owners with customizability, the light signatures will also serve to signify certain situations on the road.
Cutting Edge
Audi has revealed that the forthcoming Q6 E-Tron will be equipped with cutting-edge adaptive lights that respond to the owner's preferences and situational requirements. Despite facing software development challenges, the electric compact crossover is finally making strides and is now slated for release after a year's delay. Audi's second-generation OLEDs will adorn the headlights and taillights of the Q6 E-Tron, transforming them into intelligent displays capable of conveying vital information to onlookers.
Functional Light Patterns
One notable feature is the communication light integrated into the taillights of the Q6 E-Tron. This innovative element leverages cloud-based traffic data and specific light patterns to alert other road users about potential accidents or breakdowns. Similar to the system employed in the A8 flagship sedan, this communication light can also serve as an emergency assist notifier, indicating an impending rear-end collision or prompting emergency and roadside assistance calls. Furthermore, it can be utilized to warn approaching vehicles or cyclists of an impending door opening.
Convenient Access
Delving deeper into customization options, Audi offers Q6 E-Tron owners the liberty to modify the light signatures for both the headlights and taillights' daytime running lights. Through the infotainment system or Audi app, owners can conveniently access and install this feature on demand. Audi has thoughtfully provided an array of patterns to choose from, even offering some with a captivating coming or leaving home sequence. Nevertheless, the interpretation of these light signatures will ultimately lie with the discernment of curious onlookers, as they are devoid of universally accepted meanings.
The Tech
The dynamic lighting functions are expertly managed by a state-of-the-art software module jointly developed by Audi and Volkswagen Group's esteemed Cariad software development division. This collaboration ensures seamless integration and unparalleled performance, setting new benchmarks for the automotive industry in terms of intelligent lighting technology.
Sustainable Mobility
In tandem with the Q6 E-Tron, Audi is simultaneously working on an electric Porsche Macan, showcasing the brand's unwavering commitment to sustainable mobility solutions. The eagerly anticipated Q6 E-Tron is poised to make its grand entrance later this year, while the electric Macan will follow suit in early 2024. Both vehicles will rely on VW Group's PPE platform, specifically designed for high-volume premium electric vehicles, ensuring exceptional driving experiences for eco-conscious enthusiasts.
