Experience the joys of a road trip by keeping you and your passengers entertained and in the know with OnStar services
There’s an age-old question: “Are we there yet?” Chances are you’ve had this thought after a long travel day — or you may have heard a couple of back-seat passengers ask it a few too many times. As annoying as that can be, road trips are a time-honored tradition for us to get out there and explore as a family.
After being stuck at home for so long, many Americans are excited to finally be able to travel safely. In fact, U.S. road trips have risen above pre-pandemic levels. With a little preparation, and the help of an OnStar plan,
Choose the best route
Whether you’re planning a cross-country trek or only traveling a few hours from home, it’s important to plan thoroughly and pick a sensible route. Many people choose their route based on where they want to rest their head at night, while others like to be more flexible and play it by ear depending on what roadside attractions they encounter. Either way, your vehicle’s data connection can offer assistance, so passengers can look up cool destinations and must-see stops using the available built-in Wi-Fi® Hotspot.
In addition, Maps+,
Bring Alexa on the go
Alexa Built-in upgrades any road trip experience so you can use your voice to make phone calls, play music, check the weather, get directions and more. Use it for a range of scenarios: locate a park for the kids to stretch their legs, add something to your shopping list for later or even find the answers to any burning questions you may have. You can also use Alexa skills
Keep everyone entertained
Longer road trips require a bit more thought into how you and your passengers will pass the time. Your vehicle’s Wi-Fi Hotspot provides a stronger signal and allows passengers to connect up to seven devices to stream movies, download games, surf the web, post on social media and video chat, all while on the go. The Wi-Fi signal works up to 50 feet away from the vehicle (so long as the vehicle is running or in accessory mode), so you can all spread out at the beach or campground.
You can also stream content through In-Vehicle Apps, right on your vehicle’s touchscreen. For instance, Spotify
Watch even more on-demand content
HD Streaming
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Stay informed while on the road
Spending a lot of time in the car doesn’t mean you can’t stay up to date with what’s going on in the world. Get easy access to apps like The Wall Street Journal and NPR One to listen to the latest headlines, all from behind the wheel.
If you run into unexpected or dangerous weather, you can use The Weather Channel app to see when the storm will pass or how the forecast looks for your next adventure. Your passengers can also check their favorite weather apps or sites on their devices using the Wi-Fi Hotspot.
Get support when you need it
Even the most prepared road trippers can run into unexpected hurdles while on the open road. So if you get a flat tire, run out of gas or experience another problem that requires a tow, simply push the blue OnStar button and request Roadside Assistance.
And then there’s the OnStar Guardian® app,
If you’re on a solo trip or want to let family members know where you are on the road, the Guardian app’s Location Status
And remember, if you encounter an emergency on the road or see someone else who needs help, push the red Emergency button.
Ready to try data for yourself? Push your blue OnStar button to speak to an Advisor or add data to your plan by visiting your GM Account.
