Stellantis Overhauls Connected Tech: Free Remote Start, Cheaper Wi-fi In an industry where automakers are increasingly looking to lock daily convenience features behind monthly paywalls, Stellantis is taking a slightly different tack for the 2027 model year. The parent company of Jeep, Ram, Dodge, Chrysler, Fiat, and Alfa Romeo has announced updates to its connected-vehicle strategy, moving remote engine start/stop to its complimentary tier and marginally lowering the cost of its premium subscription data packages. The adjustments address common pain points for modern car buyers: subscription fatigue and the frustration of paying extra for hardware already built into the vehicle. Remote Start Moves to the No-Cost Tier The most notable change for everyday usability is the expansion of the standard Connect One plan. For most 2027 model-year vehicles, Stellantis is adding app-based remote engine start and stop to this tier, which remains free for the first 10 years of ownership. Historically, remote start via a smartphone app was often bundled into premium, paid monthly packages. By shifting this to the complimentary Connect One tier, buyers can pre-condition their vehicles' cabins on hot or cold days without an active subscription. The standard, 10-year Connect One suite now includes: - Remote engine start/stop, lock/unlock - Over-the-air (OTA) software updates - Automatic SOS emergency calling - Monthly vehicle health reports, recall alerts, and digital service scheduling - In-vehicle games via the built-in App Market A Price Drop for Wi-Fi and Navigation For those who want full vehicle connectivity, Stellantis is lowering the price of its Connect Wi-Fi Plus package. The subscription, which provides unlimited 4G LTE Wi-Fi data for up to eight devices, connected navigation, stolen vehicle assistance, and a vehicle finder tool, will now cost $15.99 per month, a $2 reduction from its previous pricing. To encourage adoption, buyers who enroll in