From The Drive · Joel Feder · · 1m 10s
GM Reboots OnStar as Personal AI Assistant
GM launches OnStar AI to replace brand apps with unified vehicle and life management.
In brief
GM launches OnStar AI to replace brand apps with unified vehicle and life management. GM is replacing its standalone car apps with a single OnStar AI assistant that manages schedules, alerts, and vehicle data across all GM vehicles starting in 2027. Originally reported by The Drive.
GM Reboots OnStar Service
General Motors announced a complete overhaul of its OnStar service to become a personal AI assistant across vehicles, phones, and cloud systems.
OnStar AI Launch Timeline
The new OnStar AI will debut in the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq via over-the-air update, with more models including silverado and sierra trucks adding the feature later.
OnStar AI Features
The AI assistant tracks schedules, partners, grocery pickups, and weather to proactively adjust vehicle settings and send alerts to users.
OnStar App Consolidation
GM will kill off standalone Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick apps, bundling all vehicles into one OnStar smartphone app for unified management.
OnStar Data Security
All data is encrypted end-to-end and accessible only by the owner, with detailed controls for cameras, microphones, location, and ai permissions.
The key point
GM is replacing its standalone car apps with a single OnStar AI assistant that manages schedules, alerts, and vehicle data across all GM vehicles starting in 2027.
