Audi has taken us into their future with the crosslane coupé concept. Key to its construction is its multimaterial space frame, a combination of aluminum, carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP), and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP).
The new space frame tech will provide benefits for many Audi models in the future, while the exterior design of the crosslane gives us a preview of the next-generation of Q models.
Power for the concept is provided in the form of a dual-mode hybrid set up. A pair of electric motors are joined by a 1.5 litre three cylinder TFSI petrol engine. The electric motor 1 (EM1) is coupled to the TFSI engine and takes on the menial roles of starter motor and alternator.
From rest to 55km/h the EM2 is in control and as speed increases the conventional engine joins the party. If the speed goes above 130km/h petrol engine takes full responsibility.