In case you didn't know, all new GM vehicles from the 2025 model year and onward come with a complimentary 8-year subscription to GM OnStar, providing drivers with a host of roadside services. If you own or are considering purchasing a 2022 GM model, it's likely eligible for in-vehicle OnStar as well. If you've never owned a vehicle with OnStar support, you're in for a treat. Here are some of the perks and benefits of GM OnStar and Roadside Service.
Every 2025 Chevrolet model comes with the following essential GM OnStar features:
Automatic Crash Response
Automatic Crash Response is one of the OnStar features that stands out the most. This feature automatically connects drivers with an OnStar Advisor in the event of a crash. When the system detects that an airbag has been deployed, it will allow an OnStar advisor to contact emergency responders and provide the vehicle's exact location. This feature ensures that help will arrive quickly, giving drivers peace of mind.
Remote Commands
OnStar Basics also equips Chevrolet drivers with powerful tools and the ability to manage their vehicles remotely. Drivers with adequately equipped vehicles can download the GM or My Chevrolet App to do things like locking and unlocking doors, starting the engine, adjusting climate control, and more. These features add an extra layer of security and enhanced comfort.
Another benefit of the My Chevrolet app is vehicle diagnostics, which monitors the health of your car's systems and sends you notifications when you need maintenance, such as an oil change, or there is a potential issue that needs to be addressed. This proactive measure can help drivers stay ahead of issues before they become significant or costly. It can also prevent unexpected breakdowns and extend your vehicle's lifespan. Vehicle diagnostics provides a monthly report on the health of essential components and systems, such as the engine, transmission, and brakes, keeping you informed throughout your ownership.
Navigation Assistance
The OnStar Basic Plan provides access to Turn-by-Turn Navigation, which guides drivers to their destinations effortlessly. This feature offers spoken directions directly through the vehicle, eliminating the need to handle mobile devices for directions. Drivers can also save favorite destinations in their profile, making repeat trips more convenient. With Turn-by-Turn Navigation, there's no need to worry about getting lost, and it allows drivers to focus on the road while being guided by a trusted navigation system. Navigation services are provided through Google Maps, Maps+, and Waze.
Connectivity Features
OnStar's Basic Plan bridges drivers and their vehicles, enabling a more secure and efficient driving experience. For families, knowing that OnStar provides an extra layer of security brings peace of mind. Even without a paid subscription, GM owners benefit from OnStar's baseline support, allowing them to handle unexpected events confidently and feel secure on any journey.
Chevrolet has offered OnStar services on most new vehicles since 2022. The features and benefits listed above will vary based on the model and the year it was manufactured. If you need help determining which features you have access to, visit us at Yoder Chevrolet and speak with one of our sales specialists. Our team can help you find a Chevrolet model with the OnStar features you're looking for and guide you through setting up your My Chevrolet App in order to get the most out of remote services. Visit us today.
