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Semi-Autonomous Sedans

The Audi A8 is Built With a Luxurious Travel Experience in Mind

— July 11, 2017 — Autos
The 2019 Audi A8 is the first semi-autonomous sedan to go into production.

The newest A8 will have level three autonomy and a mild hybrid engine. Its 'Audi AI Traffic Jam Pilot' will move the car along independently through dense traffic on and off the highway. This semi-autonomous sedan is capable of parking itself, even with the driver standing outside of the vehicle. The car will take care of acceleration, steering, breaking and starting from a stop. This means the car will be able to drive itself while the driver completes other tasks. If the car needs assistance, the vehicle will notify the driver.

Not only is this is closest the average consumer can get to owning an autonomous vehicle, but the executive back seating is built for total luxury. The back seats feature removable, touch-screen displays, a foot massager and tons of leg room.
Trend Themes
1. Semi-autonomous Sedans - The Audi A8 introduces level three autonomy in sedans, disrupting the automotive industry with its self-driving capabilities.
2. Luxurious Travel Experience - The executive back seating in the Audi A8 offers a range of luxurious features like removable touch-screen displays, a foot massager, and ample leg room, creating opportunities for high-end travel experiences in the automotive industry.
3. Integration of AI Technology - The 'Audi AI Traffic Jam Pilot' of the Audi A8 showcases the integration of artificial intelligence technology in vehicles, opening doors for innovative developments in autonomous driving and AI capabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The introduction of level three autonomy in sedans by the Audi A8 presents an opportunity for the automotive industry to develop and incorporate self-driving technology in mainstream vehicles.
2. Luxury Travel Industry - The luxurious features of the Audi A8's executive back seating create opportunities for the luxury travel industry to offer high-end travel experiences with enhanced comfort and convenience.
3. AI Technology Industry - The integration of artificial intelligence technology in the Audi A8's 'Audi AI Traffic Jam Pilot' paves the way for advancements in the AI technology industry, allowing for further development of autonomous driving systems and AI capabilities in various applications.
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