If you still have a connected drive subscription it basically does the same as initiating a concierge call. The car sends the current location and then opens a voice channel to the BMW Service Centre.
Pressing the button will initiate a countdown on the nav screen with the option to cancel. If...
Exactly they actually pay them not to generate power using renewables during the off peak period as there's no demand. Using power storage devices such as these would be one way to make use of that power.
What a friendly bunch...
Fact 1 : OBD based theft is big issue in the UK - http://content.met.police.uk/News/Drivers-urged-to-protect-vehicles-against-keyless-theft/1400029791185/1257246745756
Fact 2 : The Metropolitan Police will bill you for recovery, albeit that your insurer may eventually...