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...that could be the best double entendre I've ever heard...............................did you write the scripts for the Carry on films mate? lol
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...that could be the best double entendre I've ever heard...............................did you write the scripts for the Carry on films mate? lol
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I much prefer an automatic watch over an iwatch for instance.
In the article, Audi seems to be thinking this is the only way and all other competitors will follow.... maybe they should be humble and think mmm why is that ? maybe there is not such a need... marketing at its best...
Same goes for matrix LEDs, I was trying to compare what more they give you in comparison to standard LEDs. Technically, that's not so obvious... Now cosmetically, I can hear that...
In the article, Audi seems to be thinking this is the only way and all other competitors will follow.... maybe they should be humble and think mmm why is that ? maybe there is not such a need... marketing at its best...
Same goes for matrix LEDs, I was trying to compare what more they give you in comparison to standard LEDs. Technically, that's not so obvious... Now cosmetically, I can hear that...
I'm yet to experience the virtual cockpit but like it or not it'll be commonplace in the premium vehicle segment. It offers complete personalisation for the user which is touted as a big selling point from the OEMs and offers them worldwide hardware commonality with changes only required in software - prob even a unified s/w platform with a country specific flag.
There's no Sid in my name just James wits this way the ****** French Parfam entendre buffty wurdz
Heard a wee whisper you've been shortlisted for the next Milk Tray man since yer smooth wit da laaydeez lol
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No Sid in your name eh?? Well guess what, there is now........................... Sid!! lol (should consider it an honour anyway, Sid James was a total legend!!)
......believe it or not, they used to call me milk tray man at the office in the days when I used to wear a black polo-neck jumper..............those were the days!! When I think of some of the s**t I used to wear.............. lol
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I understand, but most this personalisation could/should be done when not driving, hence it could be done via a unified menu on the MMI.. without all this blink distraction.
Head-up displays are a totally different benefit for the user and are a real plus in terme of user experience & safety... They should make it common/available in the whole range first before all the christmas wreaths...
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Re HUD I'd much prefer to see what gear I'm in at eye level rather than having to look near the speedo!
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Well, obviously HUD will not give you the same information as virtual cockpit but I was just opening discussion and saying my preference here. I think the priority should be given to these HUD...
BMW have it as do Chevrolet in the vettes pretty cool addition of you ask me to the stock dials but not sure if it's likely to be combined with the VC - information overload !!
H.U.D is great for speedometer/in gear/rev/outside temp....but...what i dont get is having 2 large screens on yer dashboard, like what you can get on the NEW A4.....
That...interior looks like its been givin the Saint Tropez fake tan treatment...lol American tan tights would blend in well....gearstick looks as if it's come straight off the SS Enterprise...looks uberI agree it's a bit overkill !!
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......gearstick looks like it should be in a bleedin bus!! Overall, not a fan................think it's a backward step. I reckon the current layout is probably the apex of interior design.............. later additions likely falling down like an avalanche!!
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As I have said before, I believe the VC works in the TT simply because it is the only display on the dashboard.
The new A4 does not look good inside due to screen overload, as has been said!
Hope the FL A3 has something like the A4, as the current A3 retracting screen is ace IMO.
The new A4 does not look good inside due to screen overload, as has been said!
Hope the FL A3 has something like the A4, as the current A3 retracting screen is ace IMO.
l have personally witnessed Matrix headlights in operation on the older R8....they are sublime...in all weather conditions..especially in dark wet unlit roads/dual carriageways/motorways...where l live
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.....sign me up mate.................can't see **** all with mine!!
They are Awesome mate they really light the road up well...but ye keep on getting flashed by oncoming traffic,but sayin that l still do with my S3 they are great...fire in some Viagra into your headlights...that should raise them a lttle....lol
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.........ahhh, now yer warming up a little mate..................lovin that viagra gag!! lol
I agree it's a bit overkill !!
Yes agree completely that's total pixel overkill.
Think the virtual cockpit is an option in the new A4 which is why you could end up with the twin screens.
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Yesireee, do love the big screen but not retractable.....................EPIC FAIL!!
Each to their own, but the virtual cockpit is a higher priority that matrix lights for me. If its not too big a premium over the tech pack, I'm in. Im happy with the s-line xenons.
Changes i expect:
New front and rear lights
Virtual cockpit
Carplay and android auto
New wheel options
New engine options
New bumpers
And HOPEFULLY a way of seeing the ****** clock when the screen is down while cruise is on!!!!
New front and rear lights
Virtual cockpit
Carplay and android auto
New wheel options
New engine options
New bumpers
And HOPEFULLY a way of seeing the ****** clock when the screen is down while cruise is on!!!!
Strange l would rather see more of the road on a dark wet night than be blinded by the virtual dashboard,had all digital dashboard before novelty wears thin quickly, although it was not as advanced as Audi's, may l add
Virtual binnacle easily a £1000 option
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Something I would have ticked if available is:
Night vision assistant with pedestrian detection
Head Up display
Both paired are such a great improvement in terms of user experience & safety.
And with those two, you don't need virtual cocpkit. I much prefer do view the car and make settings when parked & via the MMI.
Night vision assistant with pedestrian detection
Head Up display
Both paired are such a great improvement in terms of user experience & safety.
And with those two, you don't need virtual cocpkit. I much prefer do view the car and make settings when parked & via the MMI.
For night vision assistance your talking at least £1500 and the same for HUD......comparing them to what they cost on a RS6, so not really viable on a small/medium hatch/saloon?
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The video is 4 years old, not sure exactly when it was first introduced.
Price... they can do pretty much whatever they like, R&D has already been paid so it's a choice of profit obviously.
I was only talking benefits from a customer point of view & my personal preferences.
Had old Jassy in stitches mate way that classic.....still laughin 5 mins later...night vision works on heat detection me thinks just like the 4 x 2's CHOPPERS...tryin to catch them rouges or Doggers at night lol.....the RS6 has a night vision camera in the front fog lamp position/air intact see below...still laughin
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That photo of that stunning SEPANG RS6...is noo me New Screensaver...looks catchy dont ya think...lol
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Lexus had this in 2002 !
Aye but its in a coffin dodging Lexus....think they had the self parking thing first too? the Japanese after all, invented THE word Gadget..lol
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Not the answer I was expecting mate but interesting for sure!!
Thought you might have had yer beady eyes on the S5 after those pics you threw on the other day, and also had you down for an RS3 after yer test drive. Not cheap though, I get that..............no chance of a sensational deal from your son come change over time?
I think the S5 or even a well equipped A5 would be the next best upgrade to go to from the 8V line. Especially once the B9s become available. Wouldn't want a B8 A5 right now though.
Imagine a B9 A5 Sportback.... Etron-Hybrid.....
How are xenons (plus fogs) not completely adequate for this?? I find the a3 xenons to be adequate dipped, for that matter.
The a4 VC package also includes a HUD.
the other half has a new Mondeo with adaptive LED headlights. They really do make a difference with night time driving.
Once you have witnessed the Matrix headlights you will realise how poor xenons and standard leds really are,l live in an area where there are alot of unlit dual carriageway's/B roads, so l need good quality headlights,on wet nights all xenons are pretty useless,the Matrix beams are active ones throwing full Beam light onto all unoccupied parts of the road making night time driving safer,less tiring,less stressful
Ha ha ..... it's not that long ago most of us just had halogen lights.
Now we're saying xenon & regular LED lights are not good enough
Now we're saying xenon & regular LED lights are not good enough
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