How OnStar Can Help Keep Your Thanksgiving Festive

October 4, 2022

How OnStar Can Help Keep Your Thanksgiving Festive

October 4, 2022

Two people heading out their home towards their Cadillac vehicle.

Bring the OnStar Guardian app along this Thanksgiving in case you encounter any trouble on the road to your final destination

As the weather cools off and fall feels like it’s in full swing, Thanksgiving is a day many people look forward to. Whether you’re travelling to friends and family gatherings, heading out for a hike, or staying home to put up holiday decorations or watch football, you can take advantage of OnStar* and the OnStar Guardian™ app.* Here’s how these services can help this Thanksgiving.

Two people making sure their trip is safe with OnStar Guardian App.

Download the Guardian app

For holiday travel, you may have to rent a car or carpool in a vehicle without OnStar. Fortunately, the Guardian app allows you to bring key OnStar safety services, including Mobile Crash Response and Roadside Assistance.* You also have the ability to contact an Advisor in an emergency situation, even if you’re away from your vehicle. It’s the ideal way to have added confidence with you right on your phone. Simply download the Guardian app to get started.

Share Guardian with family members

Spread the joy of feeling more protected by sharing the Guardian app with up to seven loved ones.* Anyone sharing your account can benefit from Mobile Crash Response and Roadside Assistance right through the app. So if the unexpected happens along the way, you know they’ll be covered too.

Share your location with family

Ever stare out the window wondering if guests are stuck in traffic, lost or caught in bad weather? With the Guardian app, up to seven loved ones sharing the app can view each other’s location on a map.* This way, Mom and Dad can get an update on where the kids are on their journey home, or you can check how Grandpa’s long commute is going.

Person holding smart phone with OnStar app.

Woman using Onstar Guardian app outside her home.

Know you’re covered

Holiday travel can be hectic, especially around Thanksgiving when roads are busy and weather conditions are unpredictable. Fortunately, with OnStar in your vehicle, you have added peace of mind knowing you have services like Automatic Crash Response,* which can alert an Advisor after a crash even if you can’t. Plus, you have the ability to speak to an Advisor to get directions* downloaded to your vehicle, whether to a friend’s house, coffee shop or gas station.

In addition, if you get a flat tire, run out of gas, get locked out of your vehicle or have a problem that requires a tow, you can simply request Roadside Assistance.* Learn more about the steps to take when you need Roadside Assistance.

Keep passengers entertained

The last thing you want is for the kiddos (or your spouse) to be bored on the car ride to Grandma’s house. With your available in-vehicle Wi-Fi^® Hotspot* and a data plan, everyone on board can stay connected — and entertained — on the go. With up to seven compatible devices able to connect to the hotspot at once, your passengers can keep you informed on any road delays or weather forecast changes, or just keep themselves entertained by streaming music or videos, checking in on social media and more.

Check conditions before you leave

Don’t let delays due to road closures, construction or bad weather put a damper on your holiday weekend. Before you leave home, check the forecast at your destination and take a look to find out whether any detours or slowdowns will get in the way of your journey.

People in a car enjoying OnStar benefits.

Of course, if you run into traffic or have vehicle trouble on the road, you can push your blue OnStar button to get help routing around slowdowns and use the Guardian app to request Roadside Assistance. Wherever the holiday takes you this year, it’s great knowing OnStar has your back.