From Car and Driver · David Gluckman · · 1m 10s
Audi Patent Adds Sparks and Smells to EVs
Audi patent shows how electric vehicles could emit sparks and smells to reduce isolation.
In brief
Audi patent shows how electric vehicles could emit sparks and smells to reduce isolation. Audi's patent proposes EVs that create sparks, smells, and vibrations to counteract their quiet operation. Originally reported by Car and Driver.
Audi Patent Imagines EVs That Throw Sparks and Emit Smells
Audi's patent explores adding sensory elements to electric vehicles to counteract their quiet operation.
“Audi patent application DE 10 2025 107 436 A1”
Vibration-Transmitting Element for EVs
The patent suggests using hollow steel to transmit motor vibrations directly to occupants, reducing isolation.
“Schwingungsübertragungselement”
Decoupling Motor from Driveline
Audi proposes letting drivers rev electric motors while stationary, similar to neutral gear.
“decouple the electric motor from the driveline”
Synthesized Turbo Boost for EVs
The patent mentions creating computer-synthesized turbo boost to mimic the wait-wait-wait-BAM hit of traditional engines.
“computer-synthesized analog”
Scent Systems for EVs
Audi suggests dynamic scents that change based on driving conditions, like calming perfumes in traffic.
“calming perfumes produced when you’re sitting in traffic”
Sparks and Electrosmog Effects
The patent describes generating sparks by dragging metal on pavement and emitting electrosmog smells during acceleration.
“smell of electrosmog”
Projected Visual Effects for EVs
Audi's patent includes projections on windshields and color-changing exteriors to enhance driving experiences.
“projections on the inside of the windshield”
The one thing
Audi's patent proposes EVs that create sparks, smells, and vibrations to counteract their quiet operation.
