The new Audi R8 has been unveiled. One of the interesting points is that it shares the mid-engine Lamborghini Gallardo platform. This helps make the Audi an affordable supercar at roughly $100,000. It features a 414hp V8 engine and accelerates 0-60 in 4.6 seconds.
Implications - If you have the $100,000 to spare, you would be hard pressed to find a supercar with commensurate hardware at a similar price. Audi is a car manufacturer with a serious reputation for producing some of the world's most incredible vehicles, and the Audi R8 is no exception. Unfortunately, a car this incredible may have to remain a distant dream for those of us who don't have the kind of dough to afford one.
All Wheel Drive Affordable Supercar
The 2007 Audi R8
Trend Themes
1. Affordable Supercars - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more affordable versions of supercars without compromising on performance.
2. Sharing Platforms - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the sharing of automotive platforms to reduce costs and create more accessible luxury vehicles.
3. High-performance Electric Vehicles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine affordability and electric technology to create high-performance electric vehicles that rival traditional supercars.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new manufacturing techniques to reduce costs and make high-performance vehicles more affordable.
2. Electric Vehicle Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop electric vehicles with superior performance to attract luxury car enthusiasts.
3. Shared Mobility Services - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with luxury car manufacturers to offer shared ownership or rental programs for high-performance vehicles.