BMW U.S.A announces the first integration of EnLighten App

Drivers of BMW Vehicles in the U.S.A with iOS Devices will be able to see traffic signal data on their vehicle's display in real time. The app makes driving in cities easier by helping the driver anticipate traffic signal changes, which can increase safety and help save fuel by avoiding unnecessary acceleration.

The EnLighten app shows the current status of the traffic light in front of the car in real time as well as a countdown to when the signal will change. Based on the current vehicle position, as well as its speed, the EnLighten app offers a recommendation about whether or not to stop for the traffic light or proceed through. An audio alert notifies the driver about a pending change in the signal they are approaching.

At cross junctions where there are dedicated traffic signals for turns, the activation of the vehicle's turn indicator tells the app of the driver's intention to turn so that only the status of the relevant signal is displayed. In order for the EnLighten app to work it requires a city to have an integrated network of smart traffic signals.