Sicong Wu — Automotive HMI designer

Experience designer, storyteller, and strategist specializing in automotive HMI and intelligent cockpit. Dive deep into system-level HMI experiences and explore how AI is reshaping the relationship between people and future mobility. Currently leading mass-production HMI projects for AUDI.

BMW

I led design for a 10-day concept pitch for BMW, reimagining how AI could shape iDrive X & PHUD interaction to create ultimate driving pleasure.

Project LeaderConcept UX2026
Amazon

I drove a year-long Amazon Smart Vehicle project, from basic infotainment apps to a system-wide OS, spanning concept exploration to production rollout.

Project LeaderUX DesignerMass Production & Concept2024–2025
AUDI

I am leading a cross-functional design team for the AUDI Purple project, working on production HMI for E7X and E5 Sportback.

CurrentProject LeaderMass Production2025–2026
Volkswagen

I managed the design team to deliver the production ID. Smart Surface UX design, coordinating internal resources and external communication.

Project LeaderMass Production UX2025
Mercedes-Benz

A concept project I participated in, exploring future in-cabin interaction via adaptive CMF, extending the experience beyond screens and fixed buttons.

UX DesignerConcept Hardware2024
Audi

A concept pitch I participated in, defining new information architecture and gesture control innovation in a wide-screen L4 cockpit.

UX DesignerConcept UX2023

Beyond the Design Desk

Outside my daily design work, I have also taken part in business-facing and industry exchange activities.

In 2024, I represented my current company at Audi Tech Day, sharing our insights and selected design cases with Audi AG’s CEO and senior Audi leadership from both Germany and China.

Presentation at Audi Tech Day