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What Is a Wi-Fi Hot Spot?

WiFi hotspot

A Wi-Fi hot spot is a hardware system installed in a car that uses an antenna and router to connect to a cellular network and a receiver to connect to devices within and around the car.

Rather than use your smartphone as a Wi-Fi hot spot while traveling, you can use the in-vehicle hot spot to wirelessly and securely connect several devices to the internet.

Automakers and select cellular service providers partner to make nationwide internet access possible via a vehicle’s more powerful built-in connection. Subscription and data plans may apply.