BMW and Porsche are among the brands leading the charge. Also available for Android and iOS, the BMW i Remote is designed for owners of the BMW i3 all-electric city car and the BMW i8 hybrid sports car. Meanwhile, Porsche has its Car Connect app, which offers many of the same functions. Users can review driving data and battery details for hybrid vehicles, and they can check to make sure the doors, windows and roof are closed and locked.



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