OnStar

set a speed limit and determine a geofence that restricts where their teen can go. For an additional fee, smartphone apps can be added onto the system to allow parents to monitor their teen's driving. GM’s Family Link: This is a new OnStar service. For an additional $3.99 per month, parents can access features that let them find their car on a map or send text alerts when their teen driver arrives at their intended destination. Tools from Insurance Companies Insurance companies aren't just using new technology to offer insurance quotes online, they are also using new technology to help teens arrive alive and learn to drive better. USAA’s License+: This is more than just a telematics plug-in. It is a free 100 hour coaching program to help new drivers improve their driving with data-driven feedback. It records trip information, such as vehicle speed, location, acceleration, braking, and time of day. It also offers services, such as 24/7 crash response and tonal feedback from the device on driver actions, such as braking too hard, so they can work on improving their performance. State Farm’s Drive Safe & Save: This program empowers parents to see vehicular data such as braking, acceleration and turning speeds. It is available through GM's OnStar service, Ford's SYNC subscription, or through a plug-in device called InDrive. Allstate’s Drivewise and Star Driver: Drivewise is available as either a plug-in or free app for Android or iOS that provides reports on braking,…

agents and retailers. These intermediaries receive the product or service at one pricing point and continually move to the next pricing point, until it reaches the final buyer. Providing home-monitoring services to consumers who have vehicles with OnStar capability is important to the company. However, to offer this service to customers, OnStar will partner with vendors that include General Motors (GM), Buick, and Chevrolet. These vendors will assist OnStar with getting the…

enjoy participating in a multitude of activities. Constructed in the United States, this American dream car does and has everything nearly everyone looks for in a vehicle. Its safety features, comfortable interior, and outstanding performance are characteristics this car contains that consumers will not only approve of, but appreciate as well. Safety is one of the first traits a person will look for in a vehicle. Many people who are looking into purchasing a new car have families. Whether…

Trucks will have many technology options from OnStar to cruise control and assisted back up sensors and monitors. But although those are nice things to have and are helpful for everyday life to help humans become a better driver it can also distract us form being able to pay attention to our blind spots or get us unfocused on our speed and what is up ahead. Or it can be the smallest thing that takes up a quiet bit of space and can leave other important electronics out of the equation. For as a…

reader’s emotions by informing us of a couple times when surveillance solved a crime. These cases are a good way to draw readers in and hopefully, help them forget the more important facts. The most powerful story he shares with us is the story of Akram Jaber, who was robbed of his $50,000 car on the streets of Chicago. Thanks to OnStar and the GPS located in his car the vehicle was almost immediately returned and the criminals apprehended. A story like this is a compelling reason to support…

Imagine yourself stranded on a by-way in a remote part of the country without any idea why and how your car just suddenly stopped. You probably would be panicking a little especially if it's already eleven in the evening and the only things you see around you are trees and endless patches of land. The second and more practical thing you might think of is getting a tow truck to help you get your car to the nearest garage or gasoline station and probably get yourself a lift home too. Tow trucks…

Regarding the former, most base and mid-level models come with features such as OnStar, a tilt steering wheel, cruise control, remote keyless entry, air-conditioning, automatic headlights, intermittent wipers and a rear window defroster. If available, upper trims of this Silverado in Longview will gain a few more desirable creature comforts. Common highlights include heated seats, rear audio controls, Bluetooth, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls and a Bose speaker system. Safety features…

wheelbase model. A 5.3 liter V-8 engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and makes 355 horsepower and 383 foot-pounds of torque. This model is EPA-rated at 16/23 mpg city/highway. The Yukon XL Denali comes equipped with a 6.2-liter V-8 engine making 420 horsepower and 460 foot-pounds of torque and is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. This model is EPA-rated at 15/22 mpg city/highway. The GMC Yukon XL offers room for up to nine. Standard equipment includes 18-inch bright…

And then there is safety. Like the sedan, the Cruze hatchback gets 10 standard airbags, including knee air bags up front. GM’s OnStar technology will also provide automatic notification in the event of an accident. You can also order up lane keep assist, rear cross traffic alert, side blind zone alert, and rear park assist. A Teen Driver feature is designed to promote safe driving by novice drivers. Some Like it Hot How important is the Chevrolet Cruze to GM? Since it rolled out in 2008, more…

Technology has come a long way from steam powered cars to fully electric cars. Technology has allowed for cars to be more safe, efficient and comfortable. Many years ago, if your vehicle was stolen, you would have no chance of finding it unless someone saw it. Today, technology like OnStar will help you find your car and even shut it down the minute you miss it. New advances in airbag and sensor technology has also made cars much more safer than they were before same were implemented.…