Do all Chevys have MyLink?

Chevy MyLink comprises excellent technologies that transform your drive by enhancing safety and overall handling experience. The system combines and organizes all in-vehicle technology, including integrating your smartphone into multiple apps for a flawless user experience. At Rydell Chevrolet Buick GMC, we help the residents of Grand Forks, North Dakota, and nearby areas understand what the MyLink system offers through hands-on demonstrations. Our experts will explain all the features and show you our Chevy model line-up with MyLink.

What Is the Chevy MyLink System?

Chevy MyLink is an infotainment system that debuted in 2012, and Chevrolet started including the technology in all their vehicles in 2017. The system has a touchscreen and voice recognition, enabling you to control everything on the dashboard easily. For convenience, the auto manufacturers divided the interface into several sections for navigation, media, weather, phone, and text. Find local maps of Grand Forks, North Dakota, on the inbuilt navigation system when creating a route to your destination. MyLink searches using points of interest and street addresses. A voice gives you directions as you make every turn after activating the feature.

The system also allows you to make phone calls or find directions through voice commands while keeping your eyes on the road. You can purchase almost everything, including food, gas, and theater or hotel tickets, from the marketplace feature in the infotainment system. Chevy MyLink is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Setting Up Chevy MyLink

After you buy a Chevy with MyLink, you will set up the system using your smartphone to enjoy all the excellent features. Customize the home screen to make your favorite apps more accessible.

First, turn on the car and the touchscreen radio on the dashboard. Proceed to connect your smartphone to the system via Bluetooth through the following steps:

• Press the phone icon on the screen.
• Choose “Pair Device.”
• Choose “Chevy MyLink” in your phone’s Bluetooth menu.
• Enter the number you will receive on your phone’s display to the vehicle’s touchscreen.
• Click the “Yes” option on the screen.

You can also use a USB cable to connect your smartphone to the system. After completing the setup, you access your phone’s data, including the address book, messages, music, and videos. The Siri Eyes Free gives iPhone users excellent hands-free control of the infotainment feature.

Popular Apps on Chevy MyLink

After connecting your phone to the internet, you will see a wide selection of apps you can choose from, including:

• OnStar App: Drivers in Grand Forks, North Dakota, love it because it elevates the driving experience through several remote connectivity features. The basic plan offers Alexa built-in connectivity, Google Assistant, on-demand diagnostics, and a vehicle locator.
• SiriusXM: It provides real-time updates of traffic while alerting you of accidents ahead. SiriusXM also informs you of fuel prices at various stations along Interstate 29. You can stream news, music, and sports in your car, smartphone, or internet-enabled devices with the all-access package.
• Pandora: As one of the biggest streaming platforms, Pandora gives you personalized content depending on your favorite artists or composers. The app is inbuilt in the Chevy MyLink infotainment system.
• Stitcher: With countless radio shows and podcasts to choose from, Stitcher helps you decide what to stream first. It is a standard app on Chevy MyLink that offers podcasts from politics, sports, true crime, and comedy. The app allows you to organize, stream, and create custom playlists.

When you buy a new or recent Chevy at Rydell Chevrolet Buick GMC, you get 3-month free trial access to OnStar and SiriusXM. Upgrade to a paid subscription at any time.

Teen Driver Technology

Chevrolet has an inbuilt Teen Driver feature that encourages safe driving by allowing parents to coach young drivers in various situations while on the road.

By inputting a code into the display, the technology can activate plenty of features, such as:

• Real-time report card detailing the teen’s driving habits available on the vehicle’s infotainment screen or your smartphone.
• Muting of the audio until the driver and front-seat passenger fasten their safety belts.
• Visual and audio warnings when the teen driver goes beyond the speed limits you preset.
• Audio system’s volume preset function to limit distraction when your teen is driving.
• Prevention of the deactivation of vital safety systems, such as the Park Assist feature.
• Notification messages are delivered to your smartphone if the teen uses driver-assist systems, such as the Automatic Forward Braking.

The Teen Driver is a helpful tool for parents to teach their young ones the etiquette for driving in Grand Forks, North Dakota, and other areas. With more than 80% of people in the U.S. driving and using smartphones simultaneously, this app keeps young drivers alert on the road, reducing potential safety risks.

Adding Apps and Updating the System

Users can add other custom apps to personalize the process of getting new music, news updates, and additional information. All you need to do is connect through a Wi-Fi network and select the “SHOP” icon to peruse the list of apps compatible with your system. Choose the apps you want and download them. Arrange the downloaded apps by simply holding their icons and dragging them to your desired locations, similar to what you would do on a smartphone’s screen. Use the same method to delete unused apps or those you download by accident.

Updating your Chevy MyLink is simple and requires no additional downloads. The system automatically updates each time you turn on the car’s ignition. Expect no issues when updating the system, but if you require assistance, our experts at Rydell Chevrolet Buick GMC are ready to help.

Visit Us to See How the Chevy MyLink Works

Visit our dealership located at Grand Forks, North Dakota, for a live demonstration of how the Chevy MyLink works. Our friendly staff is ready to explain all details of the infotainment system and even take you for a test drive. At Rydell Chevrolet Buick GMC, we have great deals on various Chevy models and other excellent after-sales services to ensure your car always runs as new. Contact us today to learn more about the MyLink system or our other services and offers.

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