# Miniature Self-Driving Training Cars The 'Audi Q2 Deep Learning Concept' is a 1/8th Scale Model By Joey Haar | Published 2016-12-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-q2-deep-learning References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/2016/12/7/13866658/audi-self-driving-deep-learning-model-car) & [audi-mediacenter](https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/automatic-intelligent-parking-audi-at-nips-in-barcelona-7139) The '[Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-concept-vehicle) Q2 Deep Learning Concept' is a method that the luxury German automaker uses to help improve its software in preparation for a future in which self-driving cars are the norm. What separates the Audi Q2 Deep Learning Concept from other [self-driving training cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotaxi-training-data) is its size: the vehicle is a 1/8th scale model of the full-sized Audi Q2 SUV. Training software using a miniature car is sensible for many reasons. Firstly, it limits the cost to the company if the software makes mistakes and causes the car to get into accidents. For the Audi Q2 Deep Learning Concept, though, the primary benefit is that it makes it easy to give live demonstrations of the company's [self-driving capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tensor-robocar) at conferences and workshops all around the world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Self-driving Cars:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced software and algorithms for autonomous vehicles. - **Deep Learning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to enhance machine learning capabilities for self-driving cars. - **Miniature Training Models:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create scaled-down replicas for training and testing purposes in various industries. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate AI technologies and deep learning into future car models and autonomous systems. - **Software Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and develop advanced algorithms and software solutions specifically for self-driving vehicles. - **Event Management:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Organize live demonstrations and workshops showcasing self-driving technologies in conferences and workshops. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Technical Education Car Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocar.md) - [Lounge-Like Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-concept-vehicle.md) - [Computer Vision Car Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-reader.md) - [AI Tent-Pitching Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-aiclimber.md) - [Autonomous Driving System Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-driving-system.md) - [Groundbreaking Automated Driving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automated-driving-system.md) - [Autonomous Vehicle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-vehicle-kit.md) - [Transforming Commuter Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vista-roadster.md) - [AI-Designed Drift Sequences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gr-supra.md)