BP says it will introduce interactive fuel pumps at a few sites around New York and Chicago.

Named "Miles," the BP Personality Pump uses interactive technology to audibly greet consumers and initiate the fueling process.

Filling pump plays music.Filling pump plays music.While filling up, consumers can select music on Pandora, record a video e-card to share on social media sites, or play music trivia. Miles processes responses in real-time through a touchscreen tablet and guides consumers through an array of entertainment options.

After pumping gas with Miles, drivers will be able to send themselves a text message with content created at the pump, a link to the Pandora station they chose and a special return offer.

Miles' features were developed through a partnership with The Onion and Pandora.

BP will determine whether to make Miles available elsewhere following the pilot program and based on consumer response.

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