12 Months of OnStar One Now Included With Eligible New Chevys at Webb Chevy Oak Lawn
If you buy an eligible new 2026 or 2027 Chevy from Webb Chevy Oak Lawn, you now get 12 full months of OnStar One included with your purchase. That replaces the old one-month trial, and it took effect October 1, 2026.
That’s a year of in-vehicle Wi-Fi, Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Roadside Assistance and remote commands from your phone. For drivers who park on the street in Oak Lawn, sit in traffic on Cicero Avenue, or commute into the city on I-294 and I-57, that’s not a gimmick. It’s a year of genuinely useful backup.
What changed with OnStar on new Chevys?
New Chevy buyers used to get a one-month OnStar One trial. As of October 1, 2026, eligible new 2026 and 2027 model-year retail vehicles include 12 months of OnStar One once OnStar is activated. Same premium plan, twelve times longer.
GM also simplified setup. The OnStar welcome call is no longer required. You enroll digitally through the app, and if you ever want to talk to a real person, you press the blue OnStar button in your vehicle.
One month was barely enough time to figure out where the Wi-Fi password lives. Twelve months covers a full Chicago year: a winter of remote starts, a summer of road trips and everything in between.
What do you get with OnStar One?
OnStar One is GM’s top connected-services plan. It bundles safety services and connectivity into one subscription, so you aren’t juggling separate plans.
Safety and security
- Automatic Crash Response: after a crash, an OnStar Advisor can check on you and send your location to first responders.
- Stolen Vehicle Assistance: Advisors can help police locate your vehicle and, in certain situations, slow it down.
- Roadside Assistance: help with a flat tire, running out of fuel, a fender-bender or a tow, through the blue OnStar button.
- 24/7 emergency services through the in-vehicle emergency button.
Connectivity and convenience
- In-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot for your phones, tablets and laptops.
- Remote commands from the myChevrolet app, like remote start, lock and unlock, and cabin temperature on equipped models.
- Vehicle status in the app, including tire pressure, oil life and fuel level.
- Streaming and voice features on compatible vehicles and displays.
Feature availability depends on the model and its equipment. The simplest way to confirm exactly what your Chevy supports is to ask your Webb sales consultant to check the VIN before delivery. You can also review the plan details on OnStar’s OnStar One page.
Which vehicles qualify for 12 months?
The 12-month plan applies to eligible new 2026 and newer retail vehicles that activate OnStar services on or after October 1, 2026. If you’re shopping new Chevy inventory at Webb Chevy Oak Lawn right now, that covers most of what’s on the lot.
A few things to know:
- Some vehicles get even more. Select Chevrolet, Buick and GMC models, plus Cadillac, come with 3 years of OnStar One. Those aren’t affected by this change.
- Pre-owned vehicles aren’t part of this update. Used and Chevrolet Certified Pre-Owned trial terms stay the same.
- OnStar Basics is separate. 2025 and newer GM vehicles also include OnStar Basics for up to 8 years. OnStar One is the full premium plan layered on top.
The most common mistake is assuming every vehicle gets the same term. It’s tied to the VIN, so confirm your exact coverage with us at signing. Our team uses GM’s OnStar dealer tools to verify it on the spot.
Why does this matter for Oak Lawn drivers?
Short answer: a year of OnStar One fits how people around here actually drive and park.
- Street and lot parking. A lot of Oak Lawn, Evergreen Park and South Side drivers don’t have a garage. Stolen Vehicle Assistance and app-based lock checks bring real peace of mind.
- Brutal winters. Remote start from the app means a warmed-up cabin before you leave the house, the gym or the Chicago Ridge Mall parking lot in January.
- Busy commutes. Between Cicero Avenue, 95th Street, I-294 and I-57, fender-benders happen. Automatic Crash Response and Roadside Assistance are there when they do.
- Families on the go. The Wi-Fi hotspot keeps kids’ tablets running on the way to practice, and keeps your laptop online if you take calls from the car.
Worth it for daily commuters, families and anyone who parks outside. If you only drive a few miles a week, you’ll still want the safety coverage. Crash response is the feature you hope you never use.
Quick overview: before vs. now
| Item | Before Oct. 1, 2026 | Now (eligible new MY26 & newer) |
|---|---|---|
| Included OnStar One | 1-month trial | 12 months included |
| Welcome call | Required | No longer required |
| How you activate | Enrollment plus welcome call | App onboarding at delivery |
| Pre-owned vehicles | Separate trial terms | Unchanged |
| Best way to confirm | Ask your Webb consultant to verify coverage by VIN before delivery | |
How to activate your 12 months of OnStar One
Activation takes a few minutes, and we’ll walk you through it before you leave the store.
- Download the myChevrolet app and sign in or create your account.
- Complete mobile app onboarding with your Webb Chevy Oak Lawn product specialist. This enrolls OnStar and starts your 12 months.
- Confirm your vehicle is connected in the app.
- Run one remote command, like lock or remote start, so you know everything works.
- Save the blue OnStar button for questions. No welcome call needed. Press it anytime to reach an Advisor.
Key takeaways
- Eligible new 2026 and newer Chevys now include 12 months of OnStar One, up from one month.
- The change applies to vehicles activating OnStar on or after October 1, 2026.
- OnStar One combines crash response, stolen vehicle help, roadside assistance, Wi-Fi and remote commands.
- The welcome call is gone. You activate through the app at delivery.
- Coverage is tied to the VIN, so confirm your exact term with Webb Chevy Oak Lawn at signing.
Frequently asked questions
Is OnStar One really free for 12 months on a new Chevy?
It’s included with the purchase of an eligible new 2026 or newer retail vehicle that activates OnStar on or after October 1, 2026. There’s no separate charge for those 12 months. After that, continuing OnStar One requires a paid plan.
What happens when my 12 months end?
You can choose to keep OnStar One on a monthly or yearly plan through OnStar. OnStar Basics, which is separate, stays included for up to 8 years on 2025 and newer vehicles.
Does my 2025 Chevy get 12 months too?
The 12-month offer applies to 2026 model year and newer vehicles. 2025 and older new vehicles keep their existing trial terms unless they’re a model that already includes 3 years of OnStar One.
Do I still have to do the OnStar welcome call?
No. GM removed the welcome call requirement. You enroll through the myChevrolet app, and you can press the blue OnStar button anytime you want to talk to an Advisor.
Does this apply to used or Certified Pre-Owned Chevys?
No. This update is for eligible new retail vehicles. Pre-owned and Certified Pre-Owned trial terms aren’t changing.
Can Webb Chevy Oak Lawn set it up for me?
Yes. Our team completes app onboarding with you at delivery, confirms the vehicle is connected and runs a test remote command so you’re fully set before you drive home.
The bottom line
I’ve watched a lot of OnStar trials expire before customers ever tried the features, and one month just wasn’t enough time. Twelve months changes that. You get a full year to lean on remote start in a Chicago January, the Wi-Fi hotspot on a summer road trip, and crash response you hope you never need. If you’re shopping a new Chevy in Oak Lawn, it’s real value already built into the deal. Just make sure your app is set up before you leave the lot.
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*12 months of OnStar One applies to eligible new 2026 model year and newer retail vehicles activating OnStar services on or after October 1, 2026. Cadillac and select Buick, GMC and Chevrolet vehicles receive 3 years of OnStar One. Pre-owned vehicles are not affected. Requires OnStar activation, a compatible vehicle and mobile device, the myChevrolet app, and working electrical, cellular and GPS systems. Services, features and availability vary by vehicle and are subject to change. Stolen Vehicle Slowdown requires law enforcement involvement and is available in certain situations. Continued service after the included period requires a paid plan. Visit onstar.com for plan details and limitations.
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