German carmaker BMW has partnered with INRIX to introduce first in-car intermodal navigation system in the new i3 and i8 electric vehicles

The navigational system will debut in BMW ConnectedDrive systems and is first in-car service to integrate local public transport connections into journey planning.

The new service monitors real-time traffic conditions alerting drivers to faster alternative modes of transportation when major delays occur along local routes. It offers turn-by-turn navigation to the nearest public transport station in time for the next departure, when operated in alternative mode.

In addition to intermodal route guidance and pedestrian navigation, INRIX also offers energy management services through INRIX EV Services. They help drivers to determine available range from their current location as well as identify and route to available charging locations.

INRIX EV and Intermodal Navigation Services are individually verified and updated when new charging locations come online, public transportation schedules change and new capabilities are added.

Along with i3 and i8 EVs, BMW will use INRIX real-time traffic information across all new BMW models equipped with its advanced real-time traffic information (ARTTI) service in 17 countries.