Off-grid communication brings enhanced safety and reliability to drivers with iPhone 14 or later

Global cloud communication platform Infobip supports Apple’s Roadside Assistance via satellite feature through Australian Motoring Service (AMS).* The groundbreaking technology enables drivers with iPhone 14 or later to request help and text with AMS — even in areas without cellular coverage — marking a significant advancement in automotive safety and customer service in Australia.

According to the Australian Government, many parts of Australia’s regional and remote areas have no or poor mobile reception, which can make roadside assistance challenging.

By leveraging Apple’s Roadside Assistance via satellite on Infobip’s Cloud Contact Center solution, AMS provides critical support to stranded motorists in remote locations, including isolated highways, national parks, and mountainous regions.

Rebecca Stenhouse, Chief Executive Officer at AMS, said: “At AMS, our priority is ensuring the safety and security of drivers across Australia. With Apple’s Roadside Assistance via satellite and Infobip, we can take a leap forward in fulfilling that mission. We’re at the forefront of roadside assistance and will continue working to protect our drivers.”

Harsha Solanki, VP & General Manager of Asia-Pacific at Infobip, said: “This integration demonstrates how innovation can overcome geographical barriers and increase driver safety when it matters most. By combining our robust messaging infrastructure with Apple’s Roadside Assistance via satellite feature, we’re giving AMS customers unparalleled peace of mind, no matter where their journeys take them.”

Key features of Roadside Assistance via satellite include:

1. Alternative connectivity: This feature maintains communication when terrestrial networks fail or are unavailable, ensuring connection during disasters.
2. Precise location sharing: Roadside Assistance via satellite enables precise location sharing, which is crucial for roadside assistance providers who need to quickly and accurately pinpoint the location of individuals in distress.
3. Text communication: This feature allows essential messages between users and roadside assistance providers.

Source: BUSINESS WIRE