In early 2010 Audi will be bringing the next generation of the A8 to the masses. Aside from this puppy’s sheer engine perfomance and beauty, Audi has devoted a lot of technology advances to its line, namely a variety of Google services on board.
The multimedia interface (MMI) navigation plus features a highly evolved operating concept with a touchpad called the MMI touch. The MMI system will analyze navigation data and relay information to the control unit managing the automatic cruise control with Stop & Go, adaptive lights and the 8-speed tiptronic gearbox. We are literally seeing the next revolution in transportation, and the infancy of a true SMART automobile.
The Audi A8 MMI system also boasts an integrated hard disk for navigation, phone and audio data along with a graphics processor capable of high-quality 3D images. (www.audi.com)
