BMW to Launch Wireless In-Car Internet Access

23-July-2010

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BMW is going to offer wireless internet functionality in its vehicles, making it the first car manufacturer to offer this ground-breaking technology.

Drivers and passengers will be able access the internet and email accounts through the BMW iDrive system, using an internet-capable mobile phone, as of next month.

You’ll only be able to use the net when the vehicle is stationary to avoid driver distraction.
The system will use the BMW iDrive controller as a computer mouse, to navigate, select and scroll through web content, in the same fashion as a desktop computer.

The system also allows a direct interface with the Bluetooth and BMW Navigation System Professional for the purpose of calling numbers or inputting addresses, sourced from the internet.

Drivers will be able to order BMW Internet from next month for delivery in 2010. The cost is $200, or $154 for vehicles below the Luxury Car Tax (LCT) threshold.