Audi Combines Wipers, Lights, Signals, and Gears into One Unified Control System
Image Source: Audi Media centre Audi has done something few automakers dare to try it has radically redesigned one of the most familiar elements in any car: the steering column. The 2026 Audi Q3, a compact luxury SUV, is the first model to introduce a new horizontal “switch module” that replaces traditional stalks with touch-based controls and dials. And yes, that includes windscreen wipers and turn signals. Let’s break down what’s changed and why it might take some getting used to. No More Stalks: Audi’s New Steering Wheel Control Layout Instead of the usual stalks behind the steering wheel, Audi has added a fixed horizontal bar behind the wheel. From this bar extend small levers and dials that perform all...