Vaisala Xweather delivers worldwide real-time air quality data to drivers of BMW Group cars
July 16 2024 - 1:30AM
UK Regulatory
Vaisala Xweather delivers worldwide real-time air quality data to
drivers of BMW Group cars
Vaisala
Press release
July 16, 2024
Vaisala Xweather delivers worldwide real-time air
quality data to drivers of BMW Group cars
Vaisala Xweather air quality data will be available to
drivers of the new BMW X1, X2, and 2-Series Active Tourer cars, as
well as MINI and MINI Countryman, letting them make healthier route
choices that avoid polluted areas, as well as adjust indoor airflow
to prevent potential health risks.
Vaisala, a global leader in measurement technology, partners
with the BMW Group to implement real-time Xweather air quality data
in the new BMW X1, X2, and 2 series, as well as MINI and MINI
Countryman, through the new iDrive9 infotainment system. The
addition is part of the BMW Group’s rollout of Android-based OS9,
which has started in the UK and will be rolled-out globally as of
now.
Xweather air quality monitoring informs drivers about current
and expected conditions during their journey. Critical information
such as the air quality category will be accessible to drivers
through the infotainment system, to help them make driving
decisions that can impact their health and safety. As air quality
categorization can vary between countries, the data presentation
will be adapted to each user's region.
“This partnership with the BMW Group opens completely new
opportunities for drivers to make healthy choices on the road. It
also shows that innovative automotive players like the BMW Group
are working to make every car journey safer. With our air quality
data on board, BMW drivers can choose clean routes and adjust
indoor air circulation to stay safe and healthy,” says
Petri Marjava, Head of Automotive at Vaisala
Xweather.
Air pollution has severe health impacts worldwide, with the
European Union reporting that 96% of EU urban populations are
exposed to fine particulate matter above the health-based guideline
level set by the World Health Organization. Air pollution affects
everyone’s health, but certain groups may be harmed more,
especially those with pre-existing respiratory and cardiac
problems. Almost 9 out of 10 people living in urban areas worldwide
are affected by air pollution.
“We know that airborne pollutants affect people all over the
world, but it is not as easy to deal with as other risk factors
like traffic or the physical environment because you cannot always
see or smell it. Especially for people in urban and industrialized
areas, local pollution can cause serious harm over time. Your daily
commute shouldn’t be a health risk, and with air quality data on
board, we give drivers back control over the air they breathe,”
continues Marjava.
In addition to drivers’ health, air pollution can significantly
impact vehicle performance, by clogging cabin filters as well as
reducing engine performance, power output, and tire traction. Local
pollution can also negatively affect vehicle emissions from exhaust
systems. With air quality data accessible through the infotainment
system, drivers can make choices that improve their vehicle
performance and reduce maintenance needs.
The partnership starts with all the new BMW X1, X2, and 2 Series
Active Tourer models, and MINI and MINI Countryman. In the future,
the BMW Group is looking to expand the implementation of air
quality data to other models in its fleet, as it continues to roll
out the new OS9 infotainment system.
Vaisala Xweather air quality forecast combines advanced physical
modeling techniques and long-range dispersion models with machine
learning, and weather and environmental data to provide the best
possible accuracy. The BMW Group has used Vaisala Xweather’s
weather data for years, and the company’s high-quality delivery,
support, and constant monitoring capabilities meant adding air
quality data was a meaningful choice.
More information for the media:
Nina Eklund, VP, Brand and Communications, Vaisala
Tel. +358 40 669 1999
comms@vaisala.com
About Vaisala
Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and
intelligence for climate action. We equip our customers with
devices and data to improve resource efficiency, drive energy
transition, and care for the safety and well-being of people and
societies worldwide. With almost 90 years of innovation and
expertise, we employ a team of over 2,300 experts committed to
taking every measure for the planet. Vaisala series A shares are
listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki stock exchange.
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every weather-sensitive business. By combining unique measurement
data, advanced AI models, and actionable insights, Xweather data
and software solutions transform weather challenges into
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