PartnershipJul 9, 2026, 08:02 AM
Verizon, KDDI Partner to Bring 5G/LTE to BMW Vehicles in US
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Verizon Business and KDDI announced a collaboration with BMW Group to provide 5G Standalone and LTE connectivity directly to new BMW, MINI, and other BMW Group vehicles manufactured for the U.S. market. This partnership leverages Verizon's networks and KDDI's Global Communications Platform to enable BMW Connected Drive and other digital services. It marks the first vehicles connected to Verizon's nationwide 5G Standalone for Connected Vehicles, utilizing its 5G core and 3GPP Release 16 industry standards.
Key Highlights
- Verizon to provide 5G Standalone and LTE connectivity to BMW Group vehicles in the U.S.
- Collaboration with KDDI, leveraging its Global Communications Platform for OEMs.
- Connectivity for new BMW, MINI, and other BMW Group vehicles manufactured for the U.S. market.
- Enables BMW Connected Drive, digital infotainment, remote, app, and telematics services.
- First vehicles connected to Verizon's nationwide 5G Standalone for Connected Vehicles.
- Utilizes Verizon's 5G core and 3GPP Release 16 industry standards for 5G standalone.
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