Littleton Chevrolet Blog – What are all of the apps and subscriptions that a customer gets when they purchase or lease a vehicle?

When you roll off the lot in a brand-new Chevrolet, you aren’t just getting the keys to a fresh ride; you are also unlocking an extensive suite of digital technology, connected apps, and built-in subscriptions.

GM has standard connectivity features, bundling its core services into a long-term package included right in the vehicle’s purchase or lease price. Here is exactly what you get, how it works, and the benefits of each.

1. OnStar Basics (Standard for 8 Years)

Every new Chevrolet vehicle comes standard with OnStar Basics, which remains active for 8 years at no extra charge. This plan acts as the digital backbone of your vehicle, bridging your smartphone and your dashboard.

• Remote Commands via the myChevrolet App: Turns your smartphone into a virtual key fob. You can lock/unlock doors, remote start the engine to pre-condition the cabin temperature, sound the horn, and flash the lights from virtually anywhere.
• Automatic Crash Response: Even on the standard baseline tier, built-in vehicle sensors can detect a moderate to severe collision. The vehicle will automatically alert the OnStar emergency system to coordinate help, even if you can’t respond.
• Voice Assistant & Turn-by-Turn Navigation: Includes foundational navigation access (like Maps+ or Google Maps integration, depending on the screen setup) and voice commands to control media and navigation hands-free.
• Vehicle Diagnostics & Health Status: Through the app, you can instantly monitor live tire pressure, remaining oil life, fuel level, or EV battery state-of-charge, and schedule certified service directly with your dealer.

2. Google Built-In Compatibility

Most new Chevy models feature Google built-in integration seamlessly woven directly into the infotainment system hardware. While it relies on an underlying data connection to run fully, the capability gives you access to specific, localized apps on your center console screen without even needing to plug in your phone:

• Google Assistant: Controls the vehicle’s physical environment (like adjusting the climate control or fan speed) alongside typical tasks like hands-free texting, calling, or media control via simple “Hey Google” prompts.
• Google Maps: Provides live traffic updates, smart routing, and real-time EV charging station locations directly on the vehicle’s main cluster display.
• Google Play Store: Allows you to download specialized, vehicle-optimized apps like Spotify, YouTube Music, Waze, Audiobooks, and popular podcast platforms directly onto the hard drive of your car.

3. SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (Trial Period)

New Chevrolets typically include a introductory trial period (often 3 months, varying by trim level) of SiriusXM with 360L.

• The Benefit: Gives you access to hundreds of channels of commercial-free music, live play-by-play sports, news, and exclusive talk content. The “360L” designation means it combines satellite delivery with streaming data, giving you personalized recommendations and thousands of hours of on-demand content directly through the dash interface.

Upgrades: Paid Add-On Subscription Tiers

If you want to unlock the full potential of your vehicle’s tech—like passenger Wi-Fi or advanced active safety—OnStar offers paid monthly packages that pick up where the standard included features leave off:

Plan	Focus	Key Benefits
OnStar Protect	24/7 Human Safety	Gives you round-the-clock live Advisor access, Roadside Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Tracking assistance, and the OnStar Guardian App (which extends emergency crash detection to up to 7 family members’ mobile phones, even when they are walking or in someone else’s car).
OnStar Connect Plus	Premium Infotainment	Activates a 4G LTE / 5G In-Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot that supports up to 7 devices simultaneously. Unlocks unlimited data for passenger video streaming and gaming on properly equipped models.
OnStar One	Total Packaging	Bundles all safety, security, and data hotspot features from Protect and Connect Plus into a single, unified plan.
Super Cruise	Hands-Free Driving	For vehicles equipped with GM’s advanced driver assistance hardware, this subscription activates true hands-free driving capability on hundreds of thousands of miles of compatible divided highways across North America.

Good to Know on Leases: If you are leasing your Chevrolet, the 8-year OnStar Basics package is tied directly to the vehicle’s VIN. It covers your entire lease duration seamlessly, requires no credit card on file to keep active, and will automatically transfer to the next owner when your lease term is up.

If you are interested in looking at a new Chevrolet, give one of our talented and dedicated sales staff a call at 603.444.1999 or check us out on the web at www.littletonchevrolet.com

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