Here is a Google Translate of most of the main driver's aids in the new Audi A8 for the 2017 orderable model in Germany - without the Pilots of course:
Assistance package tour (standard)
The Tour assistance package includes a selection of assistance systems that can enhance safety and driving comfort, especially on long-distance and on-country trips:
Adaptive driving assistant
The adaptive driving assistant offers comfortable driving in the speed range from 0 to a maximum of 250 km / h, as well as in traffic situations. It supports the driver during acceleration, braking, holding speed and distance as well as tracking. The adaptive driving assistant consists of the adaptive speed assistant and the tracking assistant.
The adaptive speed assistant supports the driver by regulating the set speed and distance to the front vehicle. If a preceding vehicle is detected, the adaptive driving assistant can brake or accelerate the vehicle within the system limits. Even in stop-and-go traffic and in traffic situations, the system decelerates to a standstill and can start again automatically, depending on the duration of the standstill. In bottlenecks, the driving speed is adapted to the traffic, so that an offset driving becomes possible, for example, in construction sites.
According to the driver's request, the tracking function can be activated. The system recognizes lane markings, edge structures, vehicles on secondary lanes as well as several preceding vehicles. With a supportive steering intervention, the system helps to guide the vehicle permanently in the track center. At the same time, the set speed is kept constant and the system reacts to preceding vehicles with a distance control.
overspeed
The included speed limiter helps not to exceed a previously set maximum speed during manual driving. The speed limiter operation can be temporarily deactivated by means of a kick-down and the set maximum speed can be exceeded. The function is available from approx. 30 km / h.
efficiency assistant
The efficiency assistant supports the driver in driving and fuel-efficient driving. In conjunction with the MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch response, the adaptive driver uses the data from the efficiency assistant for an adaptive control of the speed even without a preceding vehicle. For this purpose, the system uses the information on curve radii, local inputs and speed limits that are stored in the navigation data. The system is supported by the information of the cam-based traffic sign detection. The efficiency assistant also controls engine thrust and sail phases in a targeted manner and thus promotes a fuel-saving drive system for the adaptive vehicle assistant and the speed control system. Notes on efficient driving via the display in the Audi virtual cockpit or via the haptic accelerator pedal
avoidance assistant
The escape assistant helps the driver in a critical situation to steer the vehicle around an obstacle. For this purpose, the system uses the data from laser scanners, radar sensors and front camera. If the driver actively avoids an obstacle after an acute warning, the assist assistant assists him by specifically braking the wheels and applying a small steering torque during the correction of the steering lock. The escape assistant is available in the speed range between approx. 30 and 150 km / h and assumes that the driver actively steers during the entire maneuver.
Blind Spot
The turn-off assistant can prevent the vehicle from colliding with an opposing vehicle during a left turn during start-up operations or during slow driving up to a speed of 10 km / h. As soon as the driver sets the turn signal, the turn-off assistant monitors the opposite track. For this purpose, the system uses the data from laser scanners, radar sensors and front camera.
Assistance package city (optional, 1400 eur)
intersection assistant
The crossover assistant can warn the driver in complex crossing situations before a detected approaching lateral traffic. The system monitors the front and side vehicle surroundings at crossroads and exits by means of the sensors installed in the vehicle. The system can also assist the driver in hard-to-reach intersections and exits and warn against possible collisions with approaching lateral traffic. A multi-stage warning concept consisting of a first optical and acoustic warning is initiated in critical situations. If the driver does not react to this, a warning braking brake follows. The system operates in the speed range up to 30 km / h, brake pressures are carried out up to 10 km / h.
Lane Change Warning
The lane change warning helps the driver monitor the blind spot and traffic behind the vehicle. The system measures the distance as well as the speed difference from vehicles approaching the rear of the vehicle or from the rear. When a situation is recognized as critical for a lane change, a warning is indicated by LED indicators on the respective outside mirror. In connection with the wheel alignment warning, a corrective steering intervention takes place in critical situations. The system can also warn of critical objects within the system limits during turn operations.
exit warning
The exit warning warns of a possible collision with traffic coming from behind when the vehicle is opened. The system monitors the rear and side vehicle surroundings. Recognized objects coming from behind, such as, for example, For example, cars. When the door release lever is pulled and a critical occupant of the road is seized, the warning light in the door and the LED on the exterior mirror on the affected side light up. At the same time, the door opening is briefly delayed.
Rear support rear
The rear-end collision assistance system can warn of a possible collision with approaching lateral traffic when reversing up to 10 km / h. The system monitors the rear and side vehicle surroundings during parking. Detecting objects, such as, For example, cars. The system informs the driver visually and can also warn in the case of reversing in situations which have been recognized as particularly critical by an acoustic signal and by a brake pressure.
Audi pre sense rear
Audi pre sense rear monitors the following traffic. If a collision risk of the following vehicle is detected, the prefective protection measures of the pre sense basic are initiated.
Others standard or optional
Audi pre sense basic
Audi pre sense basic guides you in critical driving situations such as emergency and hazard braking or vehicle dynamics.
measures for preventive protection. These include: tightening the front and outer safety belts in the rear, optimization of the seat position, initiation of the closing process of the windows and the panoramic glass roof (if with ordered) as well as high-frequency triggering of the hazard warning system to warn other road users.
Audi pre sense front
At Audi pre sense front, preventive safeguards are activated in the event of an imminent frontal collision. The system uses the data from the front camera and can warn against impending collisions, depending on the situation and speed and initiate appropriate braking. The system is active at a speed of approx. 5 km / h. Pedestrians and Cyclists can be recognized in the range up to approx. 85 km / h and vehicles in the range up to 250 km / h. If an imminent front collision is detected, the system warns the driver in a multi-stage concept optically, acoustically and haptically. If necessary, a braking force assist or a full deceleration can be initiated in order to reduce the speed or avoid the collision under certain circumstances.
parking assistant
The parking assistant assists with parking and steering. By means of ultrasonic sensors, th transverse and longitudinal track gaps. For transverse parking gaps (forward and backward), the ideal parking space, for The ideal parking and take-off path is calculated for the length of the track. The steering process is adopted by the system. The driver must only be changed according to the instructions in the display, accelerate, brake and park the vehicle. chen. The visual display can, depending on the steering angle, by showing the lane in front of obstacles to warn. Multi-train parking is supported.
environment cameras
4 wide-angle environmental cameras cover the entire area directly around the vehicle and allow a variety of different views for even more comfortable maneuvering:
• over the top touchscreen infinitely swivel and zoomable exterior view of the virtual vehicle and the vehicle environment
• Bird perspective: The images of the 4 cameras are combined to a virtual view from above. The image section can be continuously scaled and moved, thus enabling more precise maneuvering and positioning of the vehicle.
• View of the front or rear wheels allows better visibility when approaching a curb.
• Reversing camera view: with auxiliary elements for transverse parking as well as coupling of trailers
• Front camera view: embedded guide lines facilitate maneuvering and viewing obstacles in front of the vehicle.
• Panoramic view in front and rear: The view of nearly 180 ° allows a more comfortable exit from narrow parking spaces, farmyards or unclear intersections.
Camera-based traffic detection
detected traffic signs - such as overtaking bans and speed limits - are displayed in the instrument cluster. The system detects temporary speed limits (eg via motorways), the start and the end of motorways, motorways, localities and traffic-restricted areas, and displays the associated speed limit. In addition, a situation-dependent display and evaluation is carried out in case of wetness, speed limits dependent on the daytime and in trailer operation. The display shows the Audi virtual cockpit or the optional head-up display. In addition, a warning can be issued if the detected speed range is exceeded. If a traffic sign is outside the field of view of the camera, it is made available from the stored navigation data of the MMI navigation.
Lane Departure Warning
helps to avoid unintended leaving the lane. If the driver has not set a turn signal, the lane departure warning helps by means of corrective steering intervention to avoid crossing over recognized lane limits. An additional steering wheel vibration is adjustable on the driver's request. Functional range from approx. 60 up to a maximum of 250 km
emergency assistant
The emergency assistant detects when the driver is inactive. In such cases, he warns the driver visually, acoustically and haptically. If no reaction occurs, the system takes over the guidance of the vehicle and automatically stops it in its own lane. Audi pre-sense protection measures are activated and the vehicle is prepared for the rescue of the occupants. If available, an automatic emergency call is activated.
Night vision assistant
The night vision assistant improves difficult visibility in the dark by electronically visualizing the road surface. The system supports the driver at night time by displaying a thermal image of the environment. Recognized persons and larger wild animals are marked in the Audi virtual cockpit yellow. If a possible danger is determined from its movement and position, the marking changes to red, a warning triangle appears and an acoustic warning is sounded. A marked person is additionally briefly illuminated by the headlight 3 times. Display of warnings also in the optional head-up display