Episode 2

Ep 2: Automation

Published on: 3rd December, 2021

In our second episode, we are focusing on automation and artificial intelligence (AI). It’s a subject that has fascinated humans since the Ancient Greek myths described a god who could bring inanimate objects to life. And today, Hollywood films and their portrayal of robots with human-like features and feelings present a similarly mythical take on artificial intelligence. Of course, Audi is far more interested in using real science to power the autonomous features of its models, and frequently presents concept cars that make full use of AI technology. We spoke to Michael Wooldridge, Oxford University’s Head of Computer Science, about the possibility of cars taking control of the wheel. 

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Recorded by Northstar, the team behind Audi Update for Audi UK

Artwork by Northstar

Edited by Toby Thirling

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The Future of the Car
What is the future of the car? The Audi Update team hits the road to seek out a wide range of experts and hear about what they think.
What is the future of the car? Well, unless you have a crystal ball or can travel through time, that’s a pretty tough question to answer… But luckily, here at Audi, we’re not the type to shy away from a challenge. So in order to get as close to the truth as possible, the Audi Update team has hit the road to seek out a wide range of experts and hear directly from them about what they think.

The result is a brand new podcast series that will take listeners on a journey into tomorrow by focusing on four main areas: Electrification, Artificial Intelligence, Infrastructure and Materials. Each episode will involve a test drive in a current Audi model, during which we will pick up an expert who will guide us around their local area while telling us about their work. Additionally, we will also hear from an eclectic range of other voices in related fields – music, politics, fashion, history, tourism, motorsport and more.