With technological advancements over the years, we are all hooked on to using our smartphones. Well, now about turning your vehicle into a smart one? No, no, we are not talking about a high-end, technologically advanced car model, but with a newly launched product, you can stay connected to your vehicle through a mobile application. Sounds cool, right? Mahindra First Choice Wheels, in partnership with Wipro, has launched a device called Konnect First. This device will enable the car owner to interact with his vehicle. A big step towards car safety and protection, Konnect First is a device you’ll want to get your hands on.

It is a sleek device compatible with almost any car. It has to be plugged into the car’s OBD (on-board diagnostic) port. Through this device, one can have customised experience with your vehicle. It takes care of your car’s security. It enables location sharing, real-time tracking, SOS alert, loss prevention, towing alerts, etc. So, while you are worried about car parking and constantly under the tension of your car being towed, here’s how you can keep a watch on it. That’s not all, it also has some maintenance, enabling functions like your car battery’s voltage, coolants, vehicle health monitoring alerts. So, it is undoubtedly a package offering you not just safety, but also the health of your car, all on your smart-phone.

Dr Nagendra Palle, MD & CEO, Mahindra First Choice Wheels Ltd. Says, “The automotive industry is at the cusp of a revolution with new technologies changing the way we drive. We see no reason why a pre-owned car owner should not have access to these. Mahindra First Choice Wheels is focused on bringing in the latest technologies through innovative solutions for pre-owned car owners in order to make the ownership and driving experience as enjoyable and satisfying as that of a new car owner.” Well, we quite agree.

The Konnect First device is priced at Rs. 7999 offering a complimentary 1-year app subscription. It also gives a 1-year warranty. What more do you want? Ready to drive a smart car?

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