General Motors
Netflix, Hello Fresh and ... heated seats? Automakers want in on your monthly subscription costs
Bailey Schulz
USA TODAY
Subscriptions to streaming services, newspapers and meal delivery kits may be costing you each month. Get ready to add vehicle features to that list.
Automakers are taking note from Netflix and turning toward subscription payment models as an additional revenue stream. That could mean features typically included in the upfront sales price – adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, even heated seats – will require monthly payments.