Audi is at the SEMA show for the first time, and its showing a number of add-on gadgets including a wireless charger for your phones.
The device plugs into the car’s cigarette lighter and permits all phones located nearby to receive a wireless charging. A confirmation is displayed on both the phone and Audi’s car audio system.
Audi says the charger– produced in conjunction with Qualcomm and Peiker– doesn’t interfere with WiFi or Bluetooth.
Audi is also showing a iPhone app that works in conjunction with an OBD II adapter to display information on the phone about your car and your driving performance. It can track your fuel consumption, mileage, acceleration, deceleration and CO2 productivity.
There’s also a new iPod adapter that puts iPhone/iPod integration in older model Audis– earlier than 2004.
Audi is clearly placing a lot of stock in “After Sales” accessories. It expanded its catalog, which has helped the car maker hit an all-time U.S. sales record for its parts and accessories business.
Oh, and we forgot to mention the Audi illuminated floor mats…The Audi logo lights up.
Source: Audi
