These provide clear illustration that biometric identity, iPhone-driven connectivity and in-car telematics are increasingly the holy trinity for smart vehicles.

Mercedes-Benz MB Companion

(Illustrated above). As announced, this app offers door-to-door navigation instructions for driving or to help you find your parked car. By the end of the 2015, it will also offer fuel level monitoring, odometer reading and maintenance code provision. No word yet on use as a car key, but surely that’s inevitable?

bmw iremote

BMW is connected already…

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