According to Auto connected car news, BMW launched the BMW Connected Skills for Alexa in September 2016, allowing BWM users to request Alexa to check vehicle status such as charge status or fuel level, or to remotely control vehicles at home using Remote Services Alexa can also check for appointments or book a route and departure time with the help of the BMW Connected mobile solution.
With 8.5 million BWMs globally connected today, extensive voice-enabled services and infotainment features in the BMW category pave the way for upcoming networking options and new digital services All BMW models and specific MINI models are built-in SIM card, so no need smart phones, you can use Alexa anytime, anywhere.
Dieter May, senior vice president of digital services at the BMW Group, said voice control has debuted in the BMW Group's car many years ago and is now being enhanced by the addition of a digital ecosystem that will open up entirely new possibilities, For example, customers can search for the destination's weather with voice commands while driving; they can also show some of the skills in the dashboard.
Ned Curic, Vice President, Alexa Automotive, said: "It is my pleasure to bring Alexa to BMW owners. The smart connection between digital touch points of cars and users is entering a whole new level at BMW and MINI. Since 2018, the United States, the United Kingdom and Amazon Alxea is available for all BMW and MINI models in Germany.