Want to be synched and connected while on the go — yes please!

Want to keep connected in a whole new way to your vehicle? Want to be entertained and informed mile after mile? Want to feel safe and secure at the same time? VW Car-Net fills that role — and more! With a host of features that can help in a variety of situations, from an every day emergency to finding your last parked location or obtaining roadside assistance, VW Car-Net is a multi-functional system available on most new Volkswagenvehicles, including the VW Passat and Tiguan, that connects your smartphone and vehicle. Through your iPhone, Android phone or computer, you will be able to control and connect to your vehicle in a variety of ways. Features range from hands-free calling to remote vehicle location. With a goal to give you peace of mind in any situation, VW Car-Net is much more than entertainment and real-time information.

Here’s more….

The benefits of Car-Net run the gamut and can help with such tasks as receiving a vehicle health report, locking or unlocking your car doors remotely, finding parking or requesting help in an emergency. Thanks to a wide range of connectivity systems and with a compatible device where the app is available, VW Car-Net Security and Services gives you confidence whether you are inside or outside your vehicle. It provides increased safety, security and important vehicle health information, while also boasting a package that helps in contacting emergency services or roadside assistance. It even sets a boundary alert for teen drivers.

Other benefits in the area of assistance includes Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance for when the more emergent situation presents itself. There is also Automatic Crash Notification which alerts agents to your problem while manual emergency call and Roadside Assistance can provide the help you need. The VW Car-Net Security and Service has been keeping VW owners connected to their cars and to needed emergency services, something that is not only desired, but a given for today’s motoring public.

A recent update to the VW Car-Net app provides even greater tools to get connectivity at its finest! The perks include:

Locate a parked car

The mobile app can help locate your parked car, remotely check the vehicle’s status or lock and unlock doors, among many more functions. Thanks to the new upgrades, you can also receive personalized push alerts based on location and weather conditions. For example, if it is raining and your window is down, you are alerted in time to remedy the situation. Or you can set up the system to alert you if you leave your car without locking it or closing your trunk.

Check your vehicle’s health

The app also allows you to monthly pull up your vehicle’s health report, which will reveal such information as mileage, the next scheduled maintenance or the ability to set up a dealer visit. This is vital information that is useful in tracking all that your vehicle needs in the area of maintenance and upkeep. It is especially helpful in the event you forget what is due or when maintenance is needed. You are even able to click right in the app to call your preferred dealer.

Boundary/speed alerts

VW Car-Net Security and Service is that extra layer of protection for parents of new drivers on the road. It offers boundary and speed alerts, sending a notification or email if the vehicle exceeds a pre-set speed limit or leaves a pre-approved boundary area. This is peace of mind and safety all rolled into one.

VW Car-Net is an available option on all models with the exception of the Touareg, and all new vehicles come with a six-month free trail. To subscribe to this trial, owners can simply push the i-Button in the overhead console and speak to a representative.

Checking various aspects of your car when you are not in it has come to be an important step for many drivers and something they rely heavily upon. With the Remote Vehicle Access, you can see the status of your car, lock and unlock your doors, make the horn honk, flash the lights or find your cars last parked location. There is even the option to send directions to the in-vehicle navigation system.

The benefits don’t stop there….

VW Car-Net also boasts advanced features including the VW Car-Net App-Connect and Car-Net Guide & Inform. With App-Connect, you have the ability to use music, mapping and other select apps from your compatible smartphone on your dash. Guide & Inform provides enhanced navigation with real-time traffic reports, sports scores and more with Sirius XM subscription services. It is perfect for those who are not map savvy. There are costs associated with this enhanced suite, but they are well worth it for these valuable tools!

The costs….

After a six-month free trial, Car-Net costs $17.99 per month or $199 for one year. Two-year ($378) and three-year ($540) contracts represent a cost savings and are options to consider in the long run. Volkswagen Car-Net App-Connect is the only category of features which is free without the Car-Net Subscription. App-Connect refers to the services that include Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and MirrorLink, meaning improved smartphone connectivity.

A seamless link for drivers between their Volkswagen vehicle, smartphone and computer, VW Car-Net’s four areas of service — Safe and Secure, Remote Vehicle Access, Family Guardian and Diagnostics and Maintenance keeps you synched and connected while on the go. These helpful features for drivers are easy to use and address a variety of situations both on and off the road. Stay connected, entertained and safe with each and every drive — and while off the road, keep abreast of what is going on with your vehilce. Learn about the services and get connected today!