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75-632: The Chevrolet TrailBlazer (also known as Trailblazer ) is a mid-size SUV produced by Chevrolet , a division of General Motors . The nameplate was first used in North America from 2001 to 2008; in 2009, it was replaced by the Traverse , as a crossover SUV . In 2011, production of a newly-redesigned version of the Trailblazer for the Asian and Brazilian markets began. The TrailBlazer name

150-462: A 65/35 split-folding rear bench seat, dual-zone climate control, cruise control, and a Driver's Information Center. Optional features included a combination cassette and single-disc CD player or a six-disc CD player, a power front driver's seat, a security system, satellite radio (later models), and OnStar . The LT was the mid-level trim of the TrailBlazer, and added further convenience items to

225-463: A GPS navigation system (later models), and a rear DVD entertainment system by Panasonic . This trim was only offered for the 2002 and 2003 model years. The SS, introduced for the 2006 model year, was the performance-oriented model of the TrailBlazer, and was based on either the LS or LT trim, depending on the equipment package selected (see the specific models above for standard and optional equipment, which

300-465: A General Motors vehicle to interpose itself between the vehicle's OnStar link and the driver's OnStar RemoteLink app . In this classic man-in-the-middle attack , Kamkar, or any unauthorized user, could substitute his OnStar commands to locate, unlock, or start the vehicle. By August 11, General Motors had released upgrades to the OnStar server software and RemoteLink app to block such attacks. Following

375-512: A built-in OnStar module, branded as OnStar FMV, became publicly available on July 24, 2011. It provides some of the features an OEM system has, such as Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Tracking, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, and Roadside Assistance. Ford had "a similar system" named RESCU and it was introduced with Ford's 1996 Lincoln Continental . Ford's service is now SYNC . The OnStar service relied on CDMA mobile phone voice and data communication, primarily via Verizon Wireless in

450-565: A car without the knowledge of the occupant. The hardware is designed so that when an advisor calls into a car, a light flashes, a ring tone is heard, and the radio will mute. In 2011, OnStar said that it would start retaining all the information collected by the GPS and internal system so that it could be sold to third parties (possibly insurance companies). Although this data is supposed to be "anonymized", exactly what OnStar means by anonymizing GPS data remains unclear, and it may be impossible to make

525-511: A distribution system of millions of vehicles, EDS brought much of the systems development and information management and customer service technologies, while Hughes (creators of DirecTV ) contributed communications and satellite technology and automotive electronics. In 1996, GM North America Operations President Rick Wagoner officially launched OnStar at the Chicago Auto Show . OnStar delivered its first product and service to

600-446: A driver's memory system for front driver's seat, mirrors, and radio pre-set settings, a power moonroof, a rear DVD entertainment system by Panasonic (newer models), polished aluminum-alloy wheels, OnStar , a touch-screen radio with a GPS navigation system (later models), and a universal garage door opener system with travel note recorder. The LTZ was the top-of-the-line trim level of the TrailBlazer, and added further luxury features to

675-496: A five-link rear suspension. A G80 locking rear differential is available as an option on all models except for the SS, which has a G86 LSD as standard. An LTZ trim level had upgraded interior features (leather), upgraded sound system ( Bose ), and alloy wheels. All TrailBlazers came factory-equipped with a detachable towing hitch . The TrailBlazer was updated in 2005 for the 2006 model year. An updated front fascia on all models (except for

750-408: A full-size spare tire and wheel, and upgraded cloth seating surfaces with power front bucket seats. Options such as a Bose premium sound system, leather-trimmed seating surfaces with heated front seats, power sunroof, and gold accents for the exterior emblems were all available for the original TrailBlazer trim package. The TrailBlazer trim was discontinued after 2001, when an all-new TrailBlazer model

825-623: A joint venture between General Motors, SAIC Group and SGM (Shanghai GM), began offering its services in China. It is available on select Cadillac, Buick and Chevrolet vehicles and China Telecom is the wireless network provider throughout China. The service will be available throughout mainland China and will be first launched in Mandarin Chinese. In June 2013, OnStar announced its entry to the Mexican market. The first vehicles which obtained

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900-462: A leather-wrapped steering wheel with multifunction controls. The LTZ adds 18-inch wheels, projector headlights, exterior chrome highlights, leather seats, a premium sounds system, a six-way adjustable driver's seat, higher grade interior trim elements, and LED tail-lights. The Colorado 7 is powered by the same VM Motori 2.8 L turbo-diesel engine as the Colorado. At its first model update in 2016,

975-694: A series of Batman OnStar commercials that featured Batman (using the Batmobile and props from the 1989 film ) using the service to call people, access his mail, navigate to certain locations, and to unlock the Batmobile. These were discontinued with radio commercials. GM promoted the service with radio commercials (called "Real Calls") demonstrating how it would work. It provided the recording of someone interacting with OnStar in various scenarios designed to show its utility. The commercials stated that these were recordings of actual instances of customers using

1050-438: A taller intake manifold to better use the engine's torque characteristics in the much heavier body. The suspension was stiffened and lowered from the factory, with an air-leveling system in the rear, and rode on 20 in (510 mm) wheels wearing 255 mm (10.0 in) wide tires—all which contributed to much improved handling. The TrailBlazer SS also came with a 4.10 rear axle ratio, improving off-the-line acceleration, and

1125-410: A transition period. Some Gen 5 models actually contained both analog and digital cellular phone modules. Also, there were both Class 2 and CAN bus models. The Gen 6 and up models are CDMA digital. Some were Class 2 bus and some were CAN (Controller Area Network) bus. Some Gen 5 and Gen 6 models were compatible with each other providing some upgrades to some customers to digital. Analog cellular

1200-435: Is OnStar equipped, no OnStar services are available until the system is activated. Vehicle owners can choose between various plans: 4G LTE access in the vehicle can be added with extra service plans, provided by AT&T. In June 2022, GM began to include a three-year, prepaid OnStar and Connected Services premium subscription as a standard option on Buick, Cadillac, and GMC models, at a value of US$ 1,500. This subscription

1275-767: Is a five-link system connected to coil springs but retains the live axle. The second generation Trailblazer is built in Thailand and in Brazil. It was also sold in some of the Southeast Asian countries, India, South Africa, and the Middle East, and also sold in Australia as the Holden Colorado 7 from 2012 to 2016, and being rebadged as the Trailblazer in 2017. The first-generation Isuzu MU-X also shared

1350-421: Is a mandatory option included in the price of the vehicle, even if the owner does not intend to use the services. Legacy Plans no longer able to be purchased: OnStar was formed in 1996 as a collaboration between GM , Electronic Data Systems and Hughes Electronics Corporation . Each of the founding companies brought a specific area of expertise to the enterprise: GM brought vehicle design and integration and

1425-525: Is a medical measure of the intensity of an impact. All this information allows EMS to respond to the crash with appropriate equipment. In September 2011, OnStar has changed its terms and conditions to allow sale of vehicle location and speeds to interested third parties including law enforcement agencies, which has been criticized in the comp.risks forum . OnStar is theoretically susceptible to remote activation by malicious third parties or government agencies. This activation would enable third parties to track

1500-526: Is also expected to help reduce the risk of property damage, serious injuries or fatalities resulting from high-speed pursuits of stolen vehicles. Customers may opt out of that function. The first successful use of this service occurred in October 2009 when a stolen Chevrolet Tahoe was recovered and its suspected thief was apprehended. Also in 2009, General Motors began equipping some new vehicles with Remote Ignition Block, allowing OnStar to remotely deactivate

1575-403: Is designed to assist emergency response efforts. All OnStar-equipped vehicles have Stolen Vehicle Tracking, which can provide the police with the vehicle's exact location, speed, and direction of movement. Starting in the 2009 model year, General Motors began equipping some new vehicles with Stolen Vehicle Slowdown. This feature allows OnStar to remotely slow down the stolen vehicle. The service

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1650-505: Is identical to those trim levels). The differences included unique interior trim, unique polished aluminum-alloy wheels, a unique leather-wrapped steering wheel with an "SS" center emblem, "SS" emblems on the polished wheel center caps, "SS" embroidery for both front bucket seats, unique premium cloth or luxury leather-trimmed seating surfaces, and a 6.0L V8 gasoline engine taken from the Chevrolet Corvette (C6) . The TrailBlazer

1725-508: Is installed. OnStar Link is a miniature GPS receiver and 4G LTE IoT interface that plugs into the vehicle's OBD-II connector. It can provide most traditional OnStar services, including a WiFi hotspot (additional data plan required), though not Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Hands-Free Calling, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, or Send-to-Navigation. Voice communication with an OnStar Advisor requires a Bluetooth-paired cell phone. In September 2021, GM notified owners of certain pre-2015 model-year vehicles in

1800-475: Is integrated into the OnStar system and operates in the same way as a regular cell phone does except that it is operated through voice recognition. Automatic Crash Response allows emergency advisors to provide emergency medical services (EMS) with additional crash information such as rollover status, direction of impact, which airbags have deployed (front, side etc.,) and the Delta-V (change in velocity) Force which

1875-577: The North American Truck of the Year award in 2002. The 4.2L engine appeared on the Ward's 10 Best Engines list from 2002 to 2005 with innovative features such as DOHC , variable valve timing on the exhaust camshaft, and GM's patented lost-foam casting process. Throughout its production run, the TrailBlazer was available in several different trim levels. The LS was the base trim level of

1950-522: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) would no longer require US cell phone systems to operate in analog mode. Customers who purchased a prepaid, non-refundable, non-transferable 1-year OnStar Safe & Sound subscription were scheduled to receive an equipment upgrade. If the vehicle is from the 2003, 2004, or 2005 model year, an adapter costing approximately US$ 200 (includes a one-year subscription) can be installed at

2025-646: The GM Theta platform –based crossover SUV Terrain to replace the Envoy . Saab replaced the 9-7X with the Cadillac SRX –based 9-4X , which was discontinued only nine months after its introduction as a result of Saab's bankruptcy. The TrailBlazer was replaced by the Traverse in 2009. GM had closed the Moraine plant on December 23, 2008, ending production of all GMT360 products. The last TrailBlazer rolled off

2100-769: The Oldsmobile Bravada , Buick Rainier , and Saab 9-7X were never offered. Production of the EXT model was handled by the Oklahoma City Assembly plant in Oklahoma City , Oklahoma. The last TrailBlazer EXT rolled off the assembly line on February 20, 2006, because GM had reportedly closed that plant, making 2006 the final year for the TrailBlazer EXT. The EXT could be identified by its much straighter rear doors, which do not extend into

2175-465: The "extreme windshield angles and/or excessive size" and therefore had the "inability to detect a crash". Professional installation from an OnStar FMV retailer, such as select automotive dealerships and electronic retailers (such as Best Buy ), was recommended. An annual OnStar subscription for the FMV cost US$ 299.00. On March 3, 2014, OnStar announced that they would be discontinuing production and sales of

2250-474: The 2006 and 2007 model years. The SUVs were sold or registered in 20 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., and Canada, where salt and other chemicals are used to clear roads in the winter. The second generation (stylized as Trailblazer instead of TrailBlazer) was unveiled as a concept at the 2011 Dubai Motor Show , and as a production model at the Bangkok Motor Show on March 21, 2012. As is the case with

2325-505: The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze being the first vehicle to include it. The same vehicle is being assembled in Rosario , Santa Fe. Advocates promote OnStar as an essential safety tool. GM commercials have compared it to seatbelts and airbags, as the next major technology for safe driving. The benefits, they say, include its ability to aid police in tracking down stolen vehicles; contacting emergency medical services in case of an accident (should

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2400-674: The Brazilian, South African, and Middle Eastern markets, the 3.6 L V6 gasoline engine option that produces 178 kW (239 hp; 242 PS) (in the Brazilian market, the 2015 version producing 208 kW (279 hp; 283 PS)) and 360 N⋅m (270 lb⋅ft) of torque is also available. The 2.8 L diesel engine have several new parts, namely a water-cooled variable-geometry turbocharger, high-pressure common-rail fuel delivery system, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system, intake manifold, cylinder head, cylinder block, balance shaft unit, and Engine Control Module (ECM). The Trailblazer

2475-507: The Colorado 7 was renamed to Trailblazer . Mid-size Too Many Requests If you report this error to the Wikimedia System Administrators, please include the details below. Request from 172.68.168.226 via cp1108 cp1108, Varnish XID 218782100 Upstream caches: cp1108 int Error: 429, Too Many Requests at Thu, 28 Nov 2024 07:47:24 GMT OnStar A similar service known as "Vauxhall/Opel OnStar"

2550-525: The Moraine line on December 16, 2008, a week before the plant's closure. The closing of the last factory that manufactured the SUVs was the subject of a 2009 HBO documentary The Last Truck: Closing of a GM Plant . In 2012, General Motors and Isuzu recalled more than 258,000 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada to fix short-circuits in power window and door lock switches that could cause fires. The recall covered TrailBlazer, Envoy, Rainier, Ascender, and 9-7X SUVs from

2625-472: The OnStar FMV system. While not citing a reason for the discontinuation of the FMV, OnStar said that they "have gained a number of key insights by launching OnStar FMV that will be very valuable as (we) investigate future ventures in the retail space". However, owners of the OnStar FMV would continue to receive service for their device as long as they continued to subscribe. Similar services are offered from

2700-617: The OnStar Guardian app was made available to any driver in the United States or Canada. The Guardian app uses sensors in the phone, such as the accelerometer and the GPS receiver, to provide some traditional OnStar services (e.g., automatic crash notification), regardless of the vehicle in which the user is riding. The Guardian app also serves as the user interface, via Bluetooth, to the OnStar Link plug-in device, if it

2775-563: The TrailBlazer received a Marginal overall side impact rating, tested with optional side airbags present. Torso-type side airbags were not available then. 2007 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Crash Test Ratings: The next-generation TrailBlazer was to be built on an upgraded version of the current GMT360 platform called the GMT361. It was scheduled to be launched in spring 2007, but in January 2006, GM decided to refresh

2850-527: The TrailBlazer the most powerful six-cylinder SUV in its class at the time of production. The Active Fuel Management system on the LH6 5.3L V8 engine shuts off four of the eight cylinders during highway travel and idle to conserve fuel. The inline-six versions of the TrailBlazer produce up to 20 miles per US gallon (12 L/100 km; 24 mpg ‑imp ) on the highway, according to United States Environmental Protection Agency estimates. The TrailBlazer won

2925-442: The TrailBlazer, and included a plentiful amount of standard equipment, including aluminum-alloy wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, the 4.2L Vortec inline six-cylinder gasoline engine, a four-speed automatic transmission, cloth seating surfaces, a full-size, matching spare tire with black-painted steel spare wheel, an AM/FM stereo with single-disc CD player, a six-speaker audio system, power windows, door locks, and mirrors, keyless entry,

3000-487: The United States and Bell Mobility in Canada, as well as location information using GPS technology. AT&T announced the contract to replace Verizon in 2013 based on 4G technology from 2014. Drivers and passengers can use its audio interface to contact OnStar representatives for emergency services, vehicle diagnostics and directions. The OnStar service allows users to contact OnStar call centers during an emergency. In

3075-525: The United States that their factory-installed OnStar equipment will become obsolete and non-functional after December 2022. These vehicles use Verizon Wireless's 2G/3G CDMA network for communication, and Verizon has announced plans to sunset this network. Unlike GM's remedy under similar circumstances for Canadian customers, where the vehicle hardware was updated, customers in the United States will be provided an OnStar Link plug-in at no additional charge. In December 2009, Shanghai OnStar Telematics Co. Ltd.,

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3150-407: The already well-equipped LT trim, including a Bose six-speaker premium amplified audio system, a six-disc, in-dash CD changer, luxury leather-trimmed seating surfaces, dual heated front bucket seats, OnStar , a universal garage door opener system with travel note recorder, a power moonroof, and upgraded interior trim. Additional options included polished aluminum-alloy wheels, a touch-screen radio with

3225-403: The announcement that Verizon Wireless would no longer provide 2G or 3G CDMA cellular service after 2022, OnStar has announced that all OnStar-equipped General Motors vehicles built prior to the 2015 model year , as well as select 2015 and newer General Motors vehicles not equipped with the newer 4G LTE service provided by AT&T , will lose access to OnStar services by the end of

3300-414: The base LS trim, including upgraded aluminum-alloy wheels, a power front driver's seat, a security system, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Optional features included a Bose six-speaker premium amplified audio system, a combination cassette and single-disc CD player or a six-disc, in-dash CD changer, luxury leather-trimmed seating surfaces, dual heated front bucket seats, a power front passenger's seat,

3375-543: The base version) and new interior trim were included with the refresh. The SS received trim-specific front and rear fascias plus color-matched side skirts. The TrailBlazer came standard with an all-aluminum 4.2L Atlas LL8 inline-six engine that produced up to 203.5 kW (273 hp; 277 PS) and 376 N⋅m (277 lb⋅ft) of torque, or an optional aluminum small-block 5.3L V8 engine producing up to 225 kW (302 hp; 306 PS) and 447 N⋅m (330 lb⋅ft) of torque. The inline-six engine option made

3450-519: The built-in hands-free cellular telephone functionality, which allowed drivers to make and receive voice-activated, hands-free phone calls over their vehicle's car audio system , and assigned the vehicle a unique telephone number , will be discontinued, citing the increased popularity of Bluetooth connectivity in most vehicles. This affects all OnStar-equipped vehicles, regardless of cellular technology or model year . Certain early AT&T 4G LTE-equipped OnStar vehicles will be required to install

3525-811: The current platform under the code GMT360NG. However, in June 2006, GM announced that the GMT360NG platform had been cancelled because of high development costs. GM decided to keep the current TrailBlazer until the 2009 model year (2008 in Mexico). Buick instead had the Enclave , a GM Lambda platform –based crossover SUV to replace the Rainier (along with the Rendezvous and the Terraza minivan ), while GMC had

3600-565: The customer's expense. If it is older, it will simply no longer be usable. A law firm in Pennsylvania representing some of the affected customers sought to have a class certified for a class-action lawsuit for damages claimed in the cancellation of OnStar service. On December 19, 2011, GM said OnStar would join with Verizon Wireless to offer video chat and streaming content to automobile passengers. Since 2014 OnStar offers LTE Wi-Fi service on select GM cars. Starting June 14, 2021,

3675-456: The data actually anonymous. A few weeks later, after outcry from subscribers and privacy advocate groups, OnStar reversed the decision to continue collecting information from unsubscribed units. A 2019 experiment hacking into the data collected by a 2017 Chevrolet Volt revealed that the car stored logs of calls made from the user's cell phone, as well as location and driving data, which could then be sold to third parties. In 2000, GM produced

3750-447: The driver request this or be non-responsive); notifying drivers of potentially dangerous mechanical problems; emails are sent to owners that give a diagnostics of their vehicle every month if subscribed to; and unlocking doors for drivers (after verifying authorization over the phone) should their keys be misplaced or locked inside their car. OnStar's basic subscription also includes Roadside assistance, as well HFC (Hands Free Calling) which

3825-436: The embedded OnStar systems found in newer General Motors vehicles. Owners of certain vehicles not compatible with the 4G LTE adapter will lose access to all OnStar services, though they will be able to download the OnStar Guardian mobile application onto their iOS or Android smartphone that will provide similar functionality to their vehicle's CDMA-based OnStar system. OnStar has also announced that, effective February, 2022,

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3900-585: The event of a collision, detected by airbag deployment or other sensors, Advanced Automatic Collision Notification features can automatically send information about the vehicle's condition and GPS location to OnStar call centers. OnStar has 24-hour emergency call centers in Warren, Michigan ; Charlotte, North Carolina ; and Ontario, Canada , and other call centers in Makati, Philippines ; and Oshawa, Ontario . This Advanced Automatic Collision Notification service

3975-412: The existing rear view mirror in nearly any vehicle that was not equipped from the factory with the OnStar system. The system was able to provide all of the features of OnStar, except for those services which required integration of the vehicle's computer (such as Stolen Vehicle Slowdown and Automatic Airbag Deployment Notification ). Instead, the system included sensors that detected irregular movement of

4050-416: The factory on more vehicles, with the initial service cost being included for a trial period, as well as offering more features, such as in-vehicle Wi-Fi connectivity via 3G or 4G LTE , enhanced accident response systems, remote ignition disabling, and remote control services of the vehicle. On July 30, 2015, Samy Kamkar introduced OwnStar - a small electronic device that could be concealed on or near

4125-403: The festive period. This has allowed children worldwide to see Santa's location on Christmas Eve. Each time this feature is used, OnStar also made donations to various charities. GM is currently deploying OnStar Generation 10 hardware that includes enhanced services and diagnostics and the ability to use the mobile application RemoteLink, which allows a subscriber to perform many functions without

4200-467: The ignition so when the stolen vehicle is shut off, it cannot be restarted. All Stolen Vehicle Assistance services (Stolen Vehicle Tracking, Stolen Vehicle Slowdown and Remote Ignition Block) can be requested by the OnStar subscriber, but OnStar will not activate them until confirming with the police that the vehicle has been reported as stolen. OnStar subscribers may be eligible for anti-theft and low mileage insurance discounts. Since OnStar can help with

4275-555: The location of the car, along with the ability to listen to the contents of any conversations carried on by the occupants within the car without their consent. However, the FBI has denied the ability to use this as it disables OnStar's safety features, as determined by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals . In its document of privacy practices, OnStar states that it is not possible for them to listen to or monitor conversations in

4350-497: The market in 11 months, in the fall of 1996 for model-year 1997 Cadillac DeVille , Cadillac Seville , and Cadillac Eldorado models. From 2002 to 2006, OnStar service was available on vehicles produced by Acura , Audi , Isuzu , Subaru , and Volkswagen through a licensing agreement. In April 2006, GM notified approximately 500,000 of their OnStar customers who had analog service that their service would be terminated effective December 31, 2007, because starting February 18, 2008

4425-551: The mirror and triggered a call to the OnStar emergency response center. Wireless service was provided through Verizon Wireless . The system was compatible with most vehicles manufactured from model year 2000 to 2014, as long as the vehicle was not equipped from the factory with the OnStar system, however, OnStar noted that the system "should not be installed in vehicles such as the Jeep Wrangler , Toyota FJ Cruiser , Hummer , Recreational Vehicle (RV's), or Semi Truck" due to

4500-508: The need for calling into the OnStar center. Functions include remote start, remote lock and unlock, flashing lights and horn as well as viewing up-to-date diagnostics data from the subscriber's iPhone or Android-powered mobile phone. As of 2011 OnStar hardware is currently only manufactured by LG Electronics , although early models were made by Hughes for Gen 1, Delphi for Gen 2, and Motorola for Gen 4 to Gen 6. The Gen 1 to Gen 4 models were analog. All were for Class 2 bus. Gen 5 models were

4575-460: The original K5 Blazer (1969–1994), Tahoe (since 1995), Suburban (since 1935), and S-10 Blazer (1983–2005), the second-generation Trailblazer is based on a truck frame, namely the second-generation Colorado . The bodywork from the A-pillar back is entirely different as it takes the form of an SUV with an enclosed roof, tailgate and three rows of seats. Unlike the Colorado, the rear suspension

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4650-464: The platform with the second-generation Trailblazer. The second generation Trailblazer comes with three engine options, two of them are diesels , one featuring a Duramax 2.5 L that produces 110–132.5 kW (148–178 hp; 150–180 PS) and 350–440 N⋅m (260–320 lb⋅ft) of torque as standard, and an optional Duramax 2.8 L that produces 132.5–147 kW (178–197 hp; 180–200 PS) and 470–500 N⋅m (350–370 lb⋅ft) of torque. For

4725-506: The rear wheel arches. An SS model was introduced for the 2006 model year. This was the first time a production SUV wore the Super Sport badge, which was first introduced with the 1961 Impala. The TrailBlazer SS came standard with a 6.0L LS2 V8 engine which produced up to 395 bhp and 400 lb-ft (540 nm) of torque, the same standard engine as the 2005–2007 C6 Corvette , except with different exhaust (more restrictive) and

4800-404: The recovery of a stolen vehicle, some insurance companies recognize this and offer a discount. Also, with certain insurance companies (for example, GMAC Insurance ) and with subscriber permission, OnStar will send the insurance company the vehicle's odometer reading every month. If the subscriber qualifies as a low-mileage driver, they may be eligible for an insurance discount. Even if the vehicle

4875-598: The services, and gave the date on which they occurred. From 2004 to 2009, OnStar was a sponsor for guest appearances on ESPN Radio programming, dubbed the "OnStar Hotline". In September 2010 under then-President Chris Preuss, OnStar relaunched its brand with a series of commercials with the theme of "Live On". According to Chief Marketing Officer Sam Mancuso, the campaign was designed to change how people view OnStar, "It's not about waiting for something to happen but something people can use every day." From 2008, OnStar has offered "Santa tracking" in all equipped vehicles around

4950-728: The system were the 2014 Chevrolet Cheyenne and the 2014 GMC Sierra . Currently it is available in nearly all of General Motors vehicles available in the country with the Chevrolet Beat , Chevrolet Aveo , Chevrolet Tornado and Chevrolet S10 being the only exceptions. OnStar is available in Brazil in the Chevrolet vehicles such as the Chevrolet Cobalt , Chevrolet Cruze , Onix, Onix Plus and Chevrolet S-10 . OnStar started operations in Argentina on May 5, 2016, with

5025-445: The vehicle's doors, and locating the vehicle via Global Positioning System ), however, will no longer be able to access OnStar services such as Destination Download (the ability to send a GPS destination directly to the vehicle's OnStar system, or, if equipped, the GPS navigation system, from a smartphone or computer) and emergency services. The 4G LTE adapter will also provide a wireless Wi-Fi Internet connection, similar to that of

5100-445: The year. Customers who subscribe to OnStar services will continue to receive the services until the end of 2022, and new subscribers will not be able to activate their OnStar services. Affected customers with pre-2015 model year certain vehicles will be able to obtain an OBD II adapter that will provide 4G LTE cellular service for select OnStar services that are accessible via the OnStar mobile application (such as unlocking and locking

5175-476: Was also available as a 3-row, 7-passenger EXT version. This vehicle was 410 mm (16 in) longer and had a higher roofline in the rear to allow easier access to the third row of seats. Chevrolet disguised the higher roofline using roof racks. The TrailBlazer EXT platform was given the internal designation GMT370, which was shared with the GMC Envoy XL and Isuzu Ascender LWB ; long-wheelbase versions of

5250-415: Was available in both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations. About 1.7% of total TrailBlazer production had the SS package ( Regular Production Option code B4U). IIHS tests in early 2009 gave early TrailBlazers an Acceptable overall rating in the frontal offset test, while 2005–2009 models received an Acceptable rating. For 2008 models, side-curtain airbags became standard. At that time,

5325-622: Was available in western Europe and "ChevyStar" in Latin American markets (except in Mexico, Brazil and Argentina). In September 2011 the president of OnStar stated that the service had more than six million customers. On May 9, 2018, Vauxhall Motors announced that Vauxhall OnStar, alongside Opel OnStar services, would cease to operate after December 31, 2020, following Groupe PSA 's purchase of Vauxhall Motors and Opel from General Motors . A new aftermarket interior rear-view mirror with

5400-439: Was first introduced for the 1999 model year as an upscale trim level of the compact 4-door Chevrolet S-10 Blazer . It offered additional features on top of the previously top-of-the-line Chevrolet S-10 Blazer LT trim level, including an AM/FM stereo with single-disc CD player and optional remote cassette player, OnStar , color-keyed front and rear bumpers, side cladding, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, upgraded alloy wheels,

5475-551: Was introduced as a mid-size SUV. Production of the S-10 Blazer overlapped until the 2005 model year. The first-generation TrailBlazer is based on a truck platform officially known as GMT360 , with all models having four-wheel-drive layout as an option with both automatic engagement and the more traditional "Auto," "2-High," "4-High," and "4-Low" gearings, except the SS model which features an all-wheel-drive system. The TrailBlazer features an independent front suspension , and

5550-474: Was sold in Australia since 2012 as the Holden Colorado 7 . The range consists of two trim levels; LT and LTZ. Standard equipment for all Colorado 7s includes cruise control, body-colored bumpers, side steps, front fog lights, aluminum roof rails, rear parking sensors (in addition to the rear camera), Bluetooth phone connectivity, USB input, roof mounted climate control vents for second and third rows, and

5625-674: Was turned off in February 2008. Customers who had the Gen 1 through Gen 4 models were unable to upgrade to the digital Gen 6. There is no compatibility in Gen 1 and 4 with other models, while there is some compatibility with Gen 2 and Gen 2.6 ( Delphi TCU and Motorola cellular transceiver). In 2011, OnStar introduced the OnStar FMV system. The system, which embedded both the OnStar system, as well as Bluetooth hands-free connectivity, into an automatically dimming rear view mirror that replaced

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