BMW will soon
launch a pilot telematics system in Cologne to help drivers find a parking space.
The driver enters his destination via the on-board satellite navigation system
and the Park Assistant service offers a number of parking places. The driver can
select one of these and even reserve it for a certain time.

The navigation system then shows the way to the car park, taking account of
the traffic conditions.

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Payment for the parking is calculated automatically via an electronic ticket
fitted to the car and debited direct from the driver’s bank account.

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