The Audi skysphere concept was created using a virtual design process.
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Marc Lichte, Head of Design at Audi, reveals what he regards as the iconic Audi skysphere concept’s key personality traits.
The vehicle shown is a concept vehicle that is not available as a production vehicle.
The Prestige Panel on the A-pillar plays a central role in bringing about the Audi skysphere’s transformation.
The Prestige Panel on the A-pillar plays a central role in bringing about the Audi skysphere’s transformation.
“In my almost 25-year career as a professional designer, I have given shape to a great many cars. This is definitely one of the most exciting show car projects I have ever had the pleasure of working on with my team.”
To allow elegant entry to the Audi skysphere, its doors open to the rear.
To allow elegant entry to the Audi skysphere, its doors open to the rear.
“The Audi skysphere is inspired by the Horch 853, a 1930s roadster that showcased exciting ideas about driving dynamics and comfort. Those two features are given a contemporary, cutting-edge treatment in today’s Audi skysphere.”
Consummately Audi: The Audi skysphere retains the brand’s trademark Singleframe in the digital future.
Consummately Audi: The Audi skysphere retains the brand’s trademark Singleframe in the digital future.
“This car offers a glimpse of the future because it lends visual and functional shape to the progressive technology behind autonomous driving. While the Audi skysphere is a bona fide sports car, it morphs into an autonomously driven lounge in mere seconds.”
The virtual exterior mirror puts a gleam in the eye of Head of Design at AUDI AG, Marc Lichte.
The virtual exterior mirror puts a gleam in the eye of Head of Design at AUDI AG, Marc Lichte.
“The Audi skysphere’s proportions are simply breathtaking. With its large wheels, long wheelbase, exceedingly stretched, low bonnet but very short overhang and a speedster’s roofline, it’s an absolute dream."
“Pairing a supremely muscular body with very elegant lines is the pièce de résistance because it’s such a progressive combination. You get an extremely sporty, athletic car that is also surprisingly sleek and elegant. The Audi skysphere treats the roadster to a highly progressive reboot.”
