OREANDA-NEWS. June 25, 2015. OnStar continues its global expansion with the launch of its Emergency, Security, Navigation, Diagnostics and Connectivity services in Brazil on the Chevrolet Cruze later this year.

OnStar, with more than 7 million customers and 19 years of experience, is the leading global provider of connected safety and security solutions, value-added mobility services and advanced information technology in the automobile industry.

Recently restyled and launched at the S?o Paulo International Auto Show last November, the Cruze offers customers a new level of luxury, sophistication and improved connectivity, in both the sedan and the Sport6 versions.

“OnStar offers Cruze owners a new level of connectivity, safety and property security in the Brazilian automotive market,” said Santiago Chamorro, president of GM do Brasil. “OnStar technology, combined with the updated look and feel of the redesigned Cruze, brings to life what Finding New Roads is all about in Brazil.”

OnStar services include:

  • Security - Helps recover stolen vehicles.
  • Emergency - Automatic Crash Response and 24/7 access to advisors to get help when it’s needed most.
  • Connectivity - Smartphone app that enables remote functions including vehicle locate, door lock/unlock, honking the horn and flashing the lights.
  • Navigation – Provides routes remotely to the vehicle infotainment system.

OnStar services will offer 24-hour assistance from live advisors and will be available with a press of the OnStar button located on the rearview mirror or through a mobile app.

In Brazil, OnStar services will be customized according to the market’s preferences. Functionalities will be announced soon.

To learn more about OnStar in Brazil, click here.

OnStar, LLC (OnStar) is a wholly owned subsidiary of GM Holdings LLC (“GM”). Along with its affiliate Shanghai OnStar Telematics Co. Ltd (a joint venture involving OnStar, Shanghai General Motors Co., Ltd (SGM) and Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC)), OnStar serves 7 million subscribers in North America and China. OnStar is a provider of Emergency, Security, Navigation, Diagnostic and Connectivity services. OnStar with 4G LTE is currently available on more than 30 2015 GM models in the U.S. and Canada.