WIFI Tow Vehcile setup

My new tow vehicle is setup as a WIFI Hotspot. I guess that is what it is called. Not too familiar with the terminology. What I am wondering is can I set it up to stay on through the aux switch on the ignition. Right now it goes off in a few minutes. I know it will draw on battery power so I am not sure if that is a good idea if it can be done.

Any suggestions on how I can take advantage of my TV WIFI? It has a range of about 70 feet. Will connect up to 7 ipads, iphones, etc.

Originally posted by GlueGuy What's it use for the uplink? Presumably you have to add it (the TV) to your cell service? Or does it use something like satellite service for the uplink? WiFi by itself means nothing. It's really what it depends on for the uplink.

It uses OnStar Remote link. 3G, 4G, LTE. Is does not say but I assume it is Satellite since the manual refers to satellite radio.

Originally posted by rawest50  It uses OnStar Remote link. 3G, 4G, LTE. Is does not say but I assume it is Satellite since the manual refers to satellite radio.

That's the key. "3G, 4G, LTE" says it is using a cellular connection. It will use whatever data connection your OnStar remote link can use. Wonder what data charges there would be? It should be pointed out (in case it's not obvious) that if you are in a "no cell zone", there will be no WiFi either.

Originally posted by mcarter As I recall, we decided not to use ours and it was related to cost.

I can get unlimited data for $20 a month.

It is through my truck. How can I keep my truck WIFI on without the engine running? If my truck is running I have WIFI.   If on aux it goes off after a few minutes.