The importance of connectivity features in modern cars has increased drastically. Not only do they enhance the entertainment aspects of a ride, but also add to a safe driving experience. That said, Lexus also has a smart-technology suite called the Lexus Enform Connectivity. It provides a host of features that ensure a safe and comfortable ride.
We have penned down the details of these connectivity features. Let’s go through them.
KEY FEATURES OF LEXUS ENFORM CONNECTIVITY
When it comes to connectivity features, Lexus has modified the driving experience with its take on the technology. The brand offers a suite of smart technologies called Lexus Enform Connectivity. It provides details for vehicle safety, management upgrades, infotainment system updates and driving insights.
The Lexus Enform Safety Connect offers a host of features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, vehicle tracking and virtual assistant. All these features add to the experience of a comfortable and safe ride. The brand has also launched a Lexus Enform Remote app which assists you in updating the car’s system, even from a distance.
Let’s go through the details of this smart application suite and what it offers.
DESTINATION ASSIST
Lexus has termed the services of a virtual assistant as Destination Assist. This feature helps in finding the address details of any location that you like. Moreover, it provides the route details from one point to another while you have your entire focus on driving.
DYNAMIC NAVIGATION AND WIFI
With Enform by your side, you can now easily connect your new Lexus ES to wifi and connect up to five devices. Moreover, smartphone-based navigation provides maps functionality, traffic routes and recently-visited destinations. Based on the road conditions, you can also opt for alternate routes.
SAFETY CONNECT
When your Lexus is connected to the Enform Safety Connect, it will put your mind at ease. This feature can be subscribed for 3 to 10 years based on your ownership of the vehicle. The Safety Connect includes the following modern safety features:
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
This feature is an added benefit of the GPS navigation system. You can call for assistance anywhere, whether there is a flat car tyre, stalled engine, a towing requirement or your vehicle has simply run out of fuel.
AUTOMATIC COLLISION NOTIFICATION
The Lexus safety connect ensures your utmost safety in case of a rear-end collision or deployment of airbags. The feature will automatically connect you to a response centre agent who will notify the local emergency services and send them to your vehicle’s site.
EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE BUTTON (SOS)
The 24-hour safety connect feature can be activated with a single press of the emergency assistance button. In case of a health emergency, traffic accident or any other situation, you can stay connected to the emergency call agent while they send the local services to your aid.
STOLEN VEHICLE LOCATOR
In case of theft, when you report to the authority, the Safety Connect Response Centre will assist the police in tracking your vehicle. The embedded cellular and GPS technology will help to recover the vehicle more quickly.
SERVICE CONNECT
The Lexus Connect Service in the UAE offers maintenance updates for your vehicle to keep up its running and road handling. You can also fuel levels and mileage through the mobile app or email. It offers the following features:
VEHICLE HEALTH REPORT
All the information regarding fuel, battery status, engine oil and mileage can be attained with the Vehicle Health Report. The report can be accessed via LexusDrivers.com or using its smartphone app. You can also connect with your dealer for checking the vehicle status or scheduling a service appointment.
MAINTENANCE UPGRADES
This feature provides regular updates that help to keep a car maintenance checklist. The service not only notifies of the maintenance alert but also the Lexus dealer. In this manner, you can connect with the dealer when your car is due for a maintenance service.
LEXUS ENFORM REMOTE
Apart from the Safety and Service Connect, you can also control your Lexus model even when it is not in sight. The Lexus Enform Remote can be accessed on a smartwatch, smartphone or any device that is connected to Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. You can enjoy the following features with the help of this app:
ENGINE START\STOP
Another feature of the Lexus Enform Service Connect is the Engine Start/Stop. The temperature of the car’s interior can be adjusted remotely with the engine start/stop option. The engine or plug-in hybrid car system can run for ten minutes until it is turned off remotely. It will also turn off if the brakes are pressed or if any door is opened.
DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK
The feature enables you to lock or unlock the car doors remotely. When the door is unlocked remotely, it will relock automatically after 30 seconds if there is no further action. You will also receive confirmation of the remote actions.
VEHICLE FINDER
With the help of the map on your smartphone, you can easily access your car on a street or in a parking lot. The feature helps you to find the vehicle based on its most recent parking location.
VEHICLE ALERTS AND STATUS
The car doors, moonroof, windows, hood or trunk and other readings such as odometer or fuel labels can be checked with a single button. You will also receive notifications about the vehicle’s customisable alerts.
ALEXA AND HEY GOOGLE INTEGRATION
The Amazon Alexa feature in the car or the Google Assistant can be easily accessed with the Lexus Enform Remote app. You can also connect your device enabled with these features to your Lexus and enjoy a comfortable ride.
GUEST DRIVER MONITOR
You will receive instant alerts about the driven miles, engine running time and elapsed time. You will also be notified if your car exceeds the road speed limit in the UAE.
HOW TO CONNECT ENFORM APP TO YOUR LEXUS
To connect the Lexus Enform Suite App to your car, follow these steps.
- Download the Lexus app (iOS | Android).
- Sign up in the app and select Continue.
- Create an account.
- Verify the account with the 6-digit email code.
- Add the VIN Number to add the vehicle.
- Make sure all the car doors are locked.
- Now launch the Lexus app.
- Make sure that the Bluetooth pairing is on.
- Press and hold the Remote Start button for 1 second to connect the app.
Once connected, you can enjoy the Enform connectivity feature and also display your phone screen on the infotainment system unit.
These are all the features of the Lexus Enform Connectivity. The brand’s take on the modification of automotive telematics has enhanced the safety and infotainment features of its cars. Therefore, you can avail these connectivity features when you buy a Lexus car in the UAE of the latest model and make the most of this technology.
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