BMW of Minnetonka

Starting Thursday, April 8th, BMW will released their Roadside Assistance application to almost 20 Android phones, the iPhone and to many Blackberry  devices as well.

When a user registers, all information, such as VIN, GPS, and requested service will be sent to a roadside call center electronically, which can  increase dispatch time by almost 60%! This will better the over all customer experience, and also just make it easier for the person in need of assistance.

Some key features of the Roadside Assistance application will include:

• Roadside Services - Get connected with Roadside Assistance by selecting the service you require including: Towing, Battery, Tire, Fuel, Lock Out , and more
• Dealer Locator - Search and find Centers near you. Pin point dealers closest to your location, find hours of operation, and obtain dealer contact information
• Service Details - The minute help is on the way a reference number, service dispatch information, & Estimated Time of Arrival is transmitted directly to your phone
• VIN Registration -Confirm your BMW's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and eligibility for Roadside Assistance thus expediting the service dispatch

A list of compatible devices is below

Some new features to expect are a Dealer Locator, BMW Assist speed dial for remote unlock, or stolen vehicle recovery, as well as the option to register multiple VINs.  Applications like this will make it so much easier for drivers to get the help they need, faster, and more efficiently.

This list is provided for reference only. The mobile phones listed here have passed compatibility tests as of the date of testing and meet or exceed minimum standards established by BMW. The list is not a warranty for phone performance or functionality. BMW makes no guarantees or warrantees as to the performance of each phone while connected to your BMW via Bluetooth^® Wireless Technology. Furthermore, software releases by BMW, the phone supplier or the wireless carrier dated after testing might alter compatibly results. While many phones are offered with Bluetooth^® Wireless Technology, not all phones support the necessary profiles to work with your BMW. BMW does not guarantee availability or functionality with all wireless carriers. Functions such as synchronizing the address book and transferring a call into or out of the vehicle may function differently from phone to phone.