According to the newspaper’s report, German automakers BMW and Audi cut off the connection of their Russian dealers with the software. “News”.
According to the publication, owners of machines of the above brands are no longer available for maintenance history and component updates.
The BorisHof BMW dealer said that the owners of this foreign car cannot make key copies and it is not clear whether dealers will be able to identify the cars.
Avtodom said that access to BMW online services is only possible through “additional backup channels”. There may also be problems accessing the BMW ConnectedDrive app, which provides access to remote engine start, car heating and fuel level monitoring.
The post says Audi owners face similar challenges. According to an anonymous source, vehicle owners’ access to the software was restricted two months ago. Thus, it is no longer possible to install parts that require programming (control units, parking sensors, etc.).
Before that, Mercedes’ Russia office started selling Chinese cars.
Previous sales of premium Chinese cars in Russia grew up 5.5 times.