How does the Audi A8's adaptive air suspension improve handling and comfort parameters?

I have heard that the Audi A8 boasts an all-new predictive active suspension system with adaptive air suspension, but what benefits does it actually provide in terms of handling and comfort? Can it really adjust its ride height and dampers automatically to adapt to road conditions and changes in driving style?

The adaptive air suspension in the Audi A8 works dynamically with the car's all-wheel-drive system, to improve ride quality by absorbing bumps and suppressing body roll. The system continuously monitors the road and driving conditions, as well as the vehicle's weight distribution, to adjust damping and ride height accordingly. As a result, it enhances both the car's sporty handling and its smooth comfort when cruising along.

Not only does the Audi A8's adaptive air suspension add to the plush ride and refined driving experience, but when combined with the car's dynamic all-wheel steering, it helps carve into corners with agility and poise. And when you select the "Comfort+" drive mode, the ride height gets lowered by a further 50 millimetres for easier entry and exit.

Since the Audi A8 is an impressively large car, it weighs over two tons on the road. With the adaptive air suspension constantly adapting to continuously adjusted spring rates, the A8 easily cushions occupants from the effects of rough roads and keeps body roll in check. But if you like getting your hands dirty and don't mind a firmer ride, you can also select a more engaging mode for a more responsive and direct feel.