The first year of subscription to Onstar will be freeVauxhall's Onstar system will be rolled out across its model range later this year, bringing internet connectivity and new safety and security features
Vauxhall will begin converting its new and future models into 4G mobile hotspots when it launches its Onstar connectivity system in selected models this year.
The system will be either optional or standard across Vauxhall’s range within a couple of years and bring a level of car connectivity yet unknown in European cars.
Vauxhall plans to offer it as standard in the new Astra from October and the first year’s connection will be free. From then on, an annual fee of “tens of pounds, not hundreds” will be payable.
As well as providing 4G connectivity for up to seven devices in one car, Onstar offers enhanced safety and security. If an airbag deploys, for instance, an Onstar-equipped car will automatically alert operators in a call centre, who will call assistance if needed.
Onstar operators can also provide information about points of interest and send a route to the car on request. It also can provide tracking information for stolen cars.
If an owner is willing, Onstar will even send information about impending mechanical problems to an owner’s local dealer.
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