Intelligent Cruise Control
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Intelligent Cruise Control
Does anyone know why intelligent cruise control is not an option on the C8? Does the dual clutch transmission prevent this technology. It would seem to me that this tech would work in automatic transmission mode. This is a really nice feature for daily driving.
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I do not want to encourage inattentive driving.
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Yeah kinda surprising that this isn't a part of 2LT or 3LT package, or stand-alone option.
I would imagine it boils down to cost.
Seems like they should be able to package it pretty easily-- it's been available on the 911 for a long time now.
I would imagine it boils down to cost.
Seems like they should be able to package it pretty easily-- it's been available on the 911 for a long time now.
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Intelligent cruise control requires radar or lidar. That means sensors need to be incorporated into the car. Maybe they didn't want to spend the time and money doing that. So far I haven't been impressed with intelligent cruise control in the few cars I have ridden in that have it.
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Intelligent cruise control requires radar or lidar. That means sensors need to be incorporated into the car. Maybe they didn't want to spend the time and money doing that. So far I haven't been impressed with intelligent cruise control in the few cars I have ridden in that have it.
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I have this on my Range Rover Sport and absolutely love it. Once a system that works is used, it becomes an extremely valuable tech option for peace of mind freeway driving. Much of my driving is freeway where adaptive cruise control is very much appreciated and provides a high level of comfort IMHO.
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I have this on my Range Rover Sport and absolutely love it. Once a system that works is used, it becomes an extremely valuable tech option for peace of mind freeway driving. Much of my driving is freeway where adaptive cruise control is very much appreciated and provides a high level of comfort IMHO.
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Intelligent cruise control requires radar or lidar. That means sensors need to be incorporated into the car. Maybe they didn't want to spend the time and money doing that. So far I haven't been impressed with intelligent cruise control in the few cars I have ridden in that have it.
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Rented a car with it and a PIA. Was driving from Youngstown to a town on Lake Eire and little traffic. Had to switch lanes or if not, way before I would not only was it changing speed, the high beams would go off way before I got close to a car in front. Hitting a deer on that rural highway because of no high beams is far worse than a driver in front flipping their mirror to night driving. I do shut them off but not that far back!I'm not a distracted driver! I have my iPhone set for no calls when moving! Plenty of time to return mostly useless emails and texts when I stop. Don’t want beeps letting me know I just got another foolish text! When I drive with some folks I’m reminded of Pavlov’s dogs. Their phone beep causes a learned conditioned response to look at their phone!
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Lack of active cruise control was what solidified a “not buying” decision on the C8 for me. I was willing to move to a 2-seat sports car for my only vehicle I drive 30k miles a year, but I’m not willing to go without ACC.
That being said, I’d bet the C8 gets ACC in 1-4 years. perhaps that’s when I’ll buy one.
That being said, I’d bet the C8 gets ACC in 1-4 years. perhaps that’s when I’ll buy one.
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Just like after 2005 the 2006 Corvette had major changes and then the 2015 had major changes over the 2014 MY - in both instances major changes were made/features added and a price jump to match- I'd expect this is one is the same - price jump is expected in 2021 and I'd bet it'll be because of modernized features. Adaptive Cruise being one of them.
As my car won't be my daily driver, I won't mind
As my car won't be my daily driver, I won't mind
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^^Exactly...They can't give all of the bells and whistles away on the first new model year...they have to save those for future years to get you to sell your 2020 and go buy a newer one.
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Just like after 2005 the 2006 Corvette had major changes and then the 2015 had major changes over the 2014 MY - in both instances major changes were made/features added and a price jump to match- I'd expect this is one is the same - price jump is expected in 2021 and I'd bet it'll be because of modernized features. Adaptive Cruise being one of them.
As my car won't be my daily driver, I won't mind
As my car won't be my daily driver, I won't mind
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That being said, I’d bet the C8 gets ACC in 1-4 years. perhaps that’s when I’ll buy one.[/QUOTE]
I will be buying a 2022 model year C8 and I hope that ACC is offered by then. My daily driver sedan has it and it is a little confusing when I drive my C6 and have to remember that this car will not "adapt" automatically.
I will be buying a 2022 model year C8 and I hope that ACC is offered by then. My daily driver sedan has it and it is a little confusing when I drive my C6 and have to remember that this car will not "adapt" automatically.
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Funny how many topics can be so controversial. ACC or not...like Chrome wheels or black....like less filling or tastes great....
I'm in the NOT group for ACC. Had it on my wife's XJR and disliked it.
But it surprises me some of the strong positions here that some would not buy a car that doesn't (or does) have it. I know driving habits are all different, but I personally don't use cruise on enough of a daily basis for it to be a make/break issue on the purchase. I'm not challenging anyone's strong position on it, just surprises me.
I'm in the NOT group for ACC. Had it on my wife's XJR and disliked it.
But it surprises me some of the strong positions here that some would not buy a car that doesn't (or does) have it. I know driving habits are all different, but I personally don't use cruise on enough of a daily basis for it to be a make/break issue on the purchase. I'm not challenging anyone's strong position on it, just surprises me.
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Used it for the first time on our trip to Disney a few years ago in a minivan and loved it. To the point that I'm getting a Model Y for the more intelligent auto pilot.
Would think that the costs are minimal for the actual parts since Toyota, Honda and Hyundai can put it on the most basic of cars, but maybe a design decision for the front end. Would be a welcome feature if the C8 is a daily driver or taken on long road trips. There is barely anything exciting or engaging about a 200 mile straight highway at the same speed.
Would think that the costs are minimal for the actual parts since Toyota, Honda and Hyundai can put it on the most basic of cars, but maybe a design decision for the front end. Would be a welcome feature if the C8 is a daily driver or taken on long road trips. There is barely anything exciting or engaging about a 200 mile straight highway at the same speed.
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