AT&T, Voxx Upgrade Connected Car Service To Add Emergency Services, Vehicle Recovery

AT&T and Voxx upgraded features for the aftermarket Car Connection Elite device that plugs into a vehicle’s OBD (on-board diagnostics) port adding add safety, control and convenience features to the original monitoring services for the car. “While Car Connection Elite was about your vehicle, Car Connection 2.0 is about being there for you, when you need it most,” said the companies. Features include an automatic call for help when the vehicle detects a crash, emergency roadside services 24/7, stolen vehicle recovery assistance, Safe Driver text blocking service and vehicle maintenance reports. Buyers can also add security and remote start to control a vehicle via computer or a smartphone with the purchase of an add-on module. Device price is $99 and monthly subscription is $10, said the companies.