Strip 3 kg from each wheel of an all-wheel-drive vehicle and the difference is felt immediately. Not in a dramatic, press-release way -- in the small, constant improvements that compound over every kilometre. The steering is more precise because the front wheels change direction with less resistance. The ride is more composed because the dampers control lighter masses. The brakes last longer because they decelerate less rotational inertia. The Audi Activesphere, sitting on sophisticated adaptive suspension with electric-assist power, amplifies every one of these gains. The B-te Noire Ver1.3 forged monoblock is built to deliver them.
Aesthetically, the Ver1.3 occupies a middle ground in the Activesphere lineup. Its Y-spoke pattern -- three-pronged elements radiating from the hub -- creates a modern, technical appearance that avoids both the aggression of mesh designs and the simplicity of basic five-spokes. The concavity is moderate, giving the wheel depth when viewed from the side without requiring extreme offsets that might compromise suspension geometry. It is the kind of design that makes the car look considered rather than modified.
| Bolt pattern | 5x112 |
| Recommended diameter | 22" |
| Width range | 10J -- 11J (square setup) |
| Offset range | ET25 -- ET40 |
| Centre bore | 66.5 mm |
| Material | 6061-T6 forged aluminium |
| Weight | ~30% lighter than equivalent cast wheel |
Y-spoke wheels have become increasingly popular on performance SUVs and crossovers because they combine structural rigidity with visual sophistication. The forked spoke distributes stress across multiple paths, which is why this pattern appears on factory performance wheels from several German manufacturers. Our wheel construction comparison explains why forged aluminium takes this concept further.
Hodoor's AI design system generated the Ver1.3 as one of thousands of daily concepts, each validated for structural integrity, brake clearance, and manufacturing feasibility. If this Y-spoke pattern appeals but you want a different spoke count or deeper concavity, the AI can iterate at no cost. CNC production begins only after your final approval.
Can I see the Ver1.3 rendered on my specific Activesphere colour before ordering?
Yes. Once you submit your vehicle details, the AI system can generate photorealistic renders showing the wheel on your car in your chosen finish. Email [email protected] to start the process.
Are replacement wheels available if one is damaged?
Yes. Your wheel specifications are kept on file, and a replacement can be produced on the same four-to-eight-week timeline as the original order.
What makes forged wheels better than flow-formed for the Activesphere?
Flow-formed wheels stretch a cast centre into shape, which improves the barrel but leaves the hub area at cast-level strength. Forged monoblocks are machined from a single pressed billet, giving consistent grain structure throughout. The full comparison is in our forged vs flow-formed guide.
Explore the Activesphere widebody kit article or consider the ABT SQ7 performance package for related Audi builds. See the AI wheels collection for the complete range.
To order or request a custom variation, email [email protected] with your car details.
