General Motors will soon launch a new, more powerful version of its famed OnStar mobile service. The move could take OnStar beyond the car and maybe even beyond GM itself, a GM executive told CNNMoney.com.


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"We're aggressively working right now to see how we can extend the OnStar business even beyond automotive," said Chris Preuss, who was recently named head of the OnStar brand after running GM's public relations. An announcement about the changes is expected this summer. OnStar, available on nearly all Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac cars, is a so-called telematics service that allows drivers to connect with a live OnStar operator by simply pressing a blue button inside the car. The service also automatically summons help in the event of a crash, and has other automated features like vehicle diagnostics. The version of OnStar that will be offered with the Chevrolet Volt electric car offers a glimpse at some of the features that could be available on the new OnStar, Preuss said.

Source: Get ready for OnStar everywhere

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