(November 15, 2009) Talk about your never-ending telephone calls. OnStar recently passed a key milestone for its Hands-Free Calling service, having sold 2 billion minutes since its launch in 2000.

So how long is 2 billion minutes of call time? Try 3,803 years. The good news is no discomfort or cricks in the neck from pressing a cell phone receiver against your ear since hands-free calling in vehicles allows OnStar subscribers to keep their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.

“For more than nine years, General Motors vehicle owners and employees have been able to enjoy the convenience and safety benefits of Hands-Free Calling,” said Dave Spencer, Hands-Free Calling service line marketing manager. “OnStar developed this service with the intent of keeping drivers safer on the road while providing ways to stay connected safely.”