AT&T Renews Multi-Year Agreement For Exclusive Car Connection, Mobile Share Value Plan Costs Of $10/Month

AT&T* is continuing to bring high speed internet to BMW vehicles in North America as a part of an extended multi-year exclusive agreement. Since 2008, AT&T has powered BMW's ConnectedDrive services and apps. Through a new agreement, we also will connect BMW "infotainment" features such as a Wi-Fi hot spot. Beginning with the all-new BMW 7 Series, BMW customers now have the option of a Wi-Fi hot spot powered by AT&T's 4G LTE network.* The Wi-Fi hot spot can be easily accessed through a device such as a smartphone or tablet, which is automatically directed to AT&T's new online Wi-Fi portal, powered by Ericsson. In the portal, users can activate a free Wi-Fi hot spot trial, buy a data session for their vehicle and manage their Wi-Fi account. BMW customers can share data among phones, tablets and now their vehicles with AT&T Mobile Share Value. The cost for connecting these models to a Mobile Share Value plan is a $10 access charge per month.[1] This gives car owners ultimate flexibility – they can choose a stand-alone data plan or the Mobile Share option. "We are thrilled to continue our long-standing relationship with BMW and to be a part of a brand that evokes a joy and passion for driving," said Chris Penrose, senior vice president, Internet of Things, AT&T Mobility. "The new Wi-Fi hot spot lets you connect up to 8 devices at a time and allows passengers to access their favorite apps, play games and surf the net at fast 4G LTE speeds."