# Automotive Subscription Services The BMW Subscription Service Will Begin Testing in Nashville By Justin Lam | Published 2018-04-10 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-subscription-service References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2018/04/04/bmw-car-subscription-service-pilot/) & [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2018/4/4/17199532/bmw-subscription-service-nashville) The [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-3) subscription service pilot program has officially reached American shores and is set to offer a more flexible alternative to automotive ownership. Launching in Nashville, Tennessee, the pilot program will be offering users the option to choose between several BMW models depending on the tier they favor. At $2,000 a month, the 'basic' Legen tier, users can choose from the [M2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m2), 4 Series, 5 Series and the [X5](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-x5). For $3,700 per month, the performance-minded M tier, the options include the M4 convertible, M5, M6 convertible, X5M and X6M. The German automaker has stressed that the 'Access' BMW subscription service is still in its testing phases, and is primarily a chance for the brand to learn. While the program is set to being in Nashville, BMW hopes to expand to other cities to garner more information and perfect the burgeoning subscription service. Image Credit: BMW ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Flexible Automotive Ownership:** The BMW subscription service offers a more flexible alternative to traditional car ownership, allowing users to choose from different models depending on their preferences. - **Subscription-based Automotive Services:** Automotive subscription services like BMW's pilot program in Nashville are gaining popularity, providing users with a convenient and hassle-free way to access luxury vehicles. - **Testing and Learning Opportunities:** Automakers are utilizing subscription service pilot programs to gather data, learn about consumer preferences, and improve their offerings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry has the opportunity to disrupt the traditional car ownership model by offering subscription-based services that provide flexibility and convenience to consumers. - **Technology:** Technology companies can develop innovative platforms and apps to facilitate automotive subscription services, improving the user experience and simplifying the subscription process. - **Data Analytics:** Data analytics firms can partner with automakers to analyze user behavior and preferences, helping them optimize their subscription service offerings and provide personalized experiences to customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Electric Car Subscription Plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evolve-subscription-plan.md) - [Car Feature Addition Subscriptions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acceleration-increase.md) - [Luxury Car Rental Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-car-rental-montreal.md) - [In-Vehicle Entertainment Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-3.md) - [Advanced Automobile Driver Assists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluecruise.md) - [Subscription-Based Vehicle Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subscription-based-vehicle-features.md) - [Streamlined Vehicle Subscription Tiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-service.md) - [Outdoor Vehicle Rental Memberships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaris-adventures-select.md) - [Flexible Monthly Car Shares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turo-monthly.md)