People take safety and security very seriously, especially when it comes to their cars. That is why BMW has been continuously improving their already great ConnectedDrive. Their most recent modifications to ConnectedDrive even got them recognized for Best Safety & Security Solution at the 2013 Telematics Update Awards.
Earlier this month, BMW had announced that their ConnectedDrive will now come with BMW AssistTM eCall with enhanced Automatic Collision Notification and TeleService. Not only will all these features be included in ConnectedDrive, but they will be standard on almost all 2014 models, and 10 years of service provided.
The new enhanced Automatic Collision Notification has a groundbreaking Urgency Algorithm, which takes into account the vehicle’s location, direction of travel, details of the model, and data that has been gathered by the car’s sensors. This information will provide nature and severity of the collision, and the number of people involved (based on the deployment of the car’s restraint system). All of this information is sent to the emergency call center, where the appropriate services can be dispatched.
The TeleService is another great feature of the ConnectedDrive. It tells drivers if and when the car requires maintenance. Drivers will no longer have to worry about taking in their vehicles at fixed intervals, because the system constantly monitors the car, and notifies the driver when a service or maintenance is needed. If necessary, TeleService communications can even send relevant data to the nearest BMW service center.
If you are interested in learning more about the newest ConnectedDrive, stop in to Newbold BMW, located just east of St. Louis. Our knowledgeable staff can help you will all your BMW questions and needs.