France 24 has launched a new application for BMW Group vehicles in Europe and the United States, extending the news channel’s distribution into connected cars through the TiVo infotainment platform from Xperi.
Developed by Dotscreen, the app is now available in most BMW Group vehicles, including BMW and Mini models fitted with the platform. The move forms part of France 24’s wider innovation strategy, aimed at increasing its presence on connected devices and reaching audiences on the move.
The application has been designed specifically for in-car use, with a touchscreen interface giving users access to the France 24 live stream, latest video bulletins and on-demand news content. The service is available in the channel’s four broadcast languages – French, English, Arabic and Spanish – with full support for Arabic right-to-left display.
The home screen offers a live window feed, recent bulletins and a simplified menu structure covering Home, Most Watched and Settings. France 24 said the interface had been adapted for a safe and intuitive automotive environment.
The partnership with Dotscreen and Xperi underlines the growing convergence between media services and connected mobility, as broadcasters seek new distribution opportunities beyond the home.
Serge Schick, Director of International Development and Own Resources and member of the executive committee of France Médias Monde, said: “With this launch, France 24 continues its international public service mission: to inform everywhere, at all times. Integrating our channel into the BMW/Mini ecosystem via Xperi technology strengthens our presence in connected mobility.”
Stanislas Leridon, president of Dotscreen, added: “We are proud to support France 24 in this innovation that combines mobility, performance, and a tailored user interface. This application perfectly illustrates our expertise in creating multiscreen experiences adapted to each environment — particularly mobility — and foreshadows new forms of audiovisual consumption inside the autonomous vehicle.”
