The Post-Purchase Perks of a GMC

December 10th, 2025 by

Congratulations, you’ve just purchased a new GMC! Now what? One of the best reasons to buy a GMC is to take advantage of all the post-purchase services, including the myGMC mobile app, OnStar, and GM Rewards. Let’s take a look at how each of these three features can benefit you and other buyers greatly.  

A Mobile App That Makes Life Easier 

The myGMC mobile app is available for download on Apple and Android devices through the App Store and Google Play Store. Purchasing a new GMC means you will have three years of complimentary use of the Remote Access Plan, which allows you to utilize Remote Commands, Vehicle Locate, and Vehicle Health.  

Mobile App for EV Owners 

If you have a Sierra EV or Hummer EV, the mobile app will also display your current range and charge rate if the vehicle is plugged in and charging.  

myGMC Mobile app 2024 Sierra EV Denali

Remote Commands 

With Remote Commands via the app, you can lock and unlock your vehicle’s doors, flash the lights, enable the horn, and both start and stop the truck or SUV remotely from nearly anywhere.  

myGMC mobile app GMC Yukon Denali

Vehicle Locate 

The Vehicle Locate feature allows you to view the exact location of your truck or SUV and receive walking directions to it, as well as send information about places you’d like directions to directly to the vehicle’s navigation system.  

Vehicle Health 

Vehicle Health seems self-explanatory, but you can do more than just check how well your vehicle is performing. You can also see the vehicle’s fuel range, tire pressures, oil life to determine when you need an oil change, how many miles are on the vehicle in real time, and look at the SUV or truck’s diagnostic information to understand if you need to have something serviced.  

The GM Rewards Program 

GM Rewards gives new buyers access to an exclusive membership experience that allows you to earn points from things like new vehicle purchases, OnStar plans, service appointments, and various GMC accessories purchases. Earning the points is easy, and so is using them. They can be redeemed for parts or accessories at dealers like Ewing GMC, used for service visits, or applied towards the purchase of an OnStar plan. Alternatively, they can be saved and put towards the lease or purchase of a new GMC vehicle.  

GM Rewards Program

OnStar Services 

OnStar is one of the most appreciated and must-have features of any GMC. At the push of a button, you have a 24/7, 365 concierge service. You can count on your OnStar advisor to assist you in a number of situations that include: 

  • Roadside Assistance – Whether you run out of gas, have a dead battery, need a tow to the nearest GMC service center, have a flat tire, or require other assistance, your OnStar Advisor will ensure you receive immediate assistance.  
  • Crisis Alert – If you are in the middle of a severe weather situation, such as a wildfire, flood, tornado, or hurricane, OnStar can help you get emergency assistance or guide you through these situations, so you aren’t alone.  
  • Automatic Crash Response – Hopefully this never happens to you, but if you or someone driving your vehicle is ever in an accident, OnStar will be automatically alerted thanks to sensors in the vehicle. If this happens, an OnStar Emergency Certified Advisor will call the car to ensure you are okay. If you are not, they can dispatch emergency services right away.  
  • Stolen Vehicle Assistance – Hopefully, this doesn’t happen to you, but if your truck or SUV is ever stolen, OnStar can locate the vehicle, report its location to the police, and even disable it so the police can recover it and return it to you.  

GMC OnStar Services for accident

Added Extras 

Certain OnStar plans also include OnStar Connect Plus, which opens up the use of the built-in WiFi hotspot in various GMC models. The OnStar Guardian app allows you to use your phone for your OnStar services, such as Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, etc.  

GMC OnStar Connect on dashboard

Let Ewing GMC Take Care of You 

For any and all questions about the post-purchase perks listed in this article, contact Ewing GMC to gain the knowledge and understanding you need. If you are in the market for a new GMC vehicle and love what is available once you purchase or lease any model, our excellent sales staff will assist you in finding the perfect truck or SUV for you.  

Why Choose Ewing Buick GMC 

Ewing Buick GMC takes great pride in making sure that buyers have the best vehicles to choose from. With hundreds of new and used cars to choose from, our amazing sales team and finance department will find you the right vehicle at the right price. Once you’ve purchased your vehicle, our stellar service department will ensure that your car stays in the best shape. We look forward to taking care of you in the future. 

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