Connected Car by Verizon for BMW Begins in US

Verizon Business has started Connected Car by Verizon an in-car connectivity service for some BMW models in the US. The subscription plan has voice, data, unlimited Wi-Fi hotspot connectivity for $20 per month.

“Verizon is proud to expand its connected car offerings with BMW, one of the world’s most recognizable and respected premium vehicle brands,” said TJ Fox, Senior Vice President, Industrial IoT and Automotive, Verizon Business. “In-vehicle connected services are growing fast, and BMW drivers can now take advantage through Connected Car by Verizon.”

Verizon customers can also use two personalized connectivity items that can be managed through the My BMW app:

• Multi-Vehicle Connect, which allows Verizon customers to access their personalized BMW driver preferences and data plan (settings, voice, Wi-Fi), in up to three compatible BMW models paired to their plan.
• Number Share – Vehicle, enabled by BMW eSIM, which allows Verizon customers to pair their phone with their vehicle and then make and receive calls without the phone being in the car.