GMC Super Cruise®: The Ultimate Commuter Tech

Hands-free driving technology has come a long way since its inception, and GMC Super Cruise® is a clear example of how it has matured. From what it is, how it works, what you need to use it, and more, Dan Cava's GMC has you covered. Learn about GMC Super Cruise® technology here, and give us a call at (304) 652-5736 if you have questions. We’d be happy to assist you.

What Is GMC Super Cruise®?

GMC Super Cruise® is a proprietary technology that provides hands-free driver assistance for GMC vehicles. It works with OnStar® and LiDAR mapping to help ensure the vehicle travels safely under appropriate conditions on compatible roads in and around Fairmont.

Do you have questions about your OnStar® subscription, or are you curious about how LiDAR technology works in vehicles? Contact us, and speak with our experts today.

What Do I Need To Use GMC Super Cruise®?

GMC Super Cruise® relies on real-time data to provide precise positioning and map updates. This requires an active OnStar® Super Cruise® Plan. In addition, you’ll need to make sure that certain driver assistance features are either turned off or turned on and set to the appropriate settings:

• Teen Driver (turned OFF)
• Adaptive Cruise Control (turned ON)
• Forward Collision System (turned ON and set to ALERT AND BRAKE)

Finally, carefully consider whether:

• The vehicle is on a compatible road
• The lane markings are clearly visible
• The Driver Attention Camera is functioning correctly
• Your cameras and radar systems are in good working order and functioning properly (not broken, covered, or obstructed)

How Do I Use GMC Super Cruise®?

Once all of the necessary conditions are met, perform the following three steps to start using GMC Super Cruise®:

1. Turn on Adaptive Cruise Control.
2. Once Super Cruise® detects that all of the necessary conditions are met, the Super Cruise® symbol turns white on the instrument cluster. Press the Super Cruise® button on your steering wheel when it is safe to do so.
3. Once the Super Cruise® symbol and the steering wheel light bar turn green, you may remove your hands from the steering wheel. Green indicates that Super Cruise® is now steering your vehicle.

To turn Super Cruise® off, press the button again or take control of the steering wheel and press the brake pedal. You can also turn off Super Cruise® by deactivating Adaptive Cruise Control. If you have an EV, you can deactivate Super Cruise® by pulling the Regen On Demand Paddle toward you.

Do you want to explore GMC Super Cruise® technology? Visit our dealership near Morgantown and go for a test drive with us.

Blue Cruise® Vs. Super Cruise®: Which Is Better?

Blue Cruise® is a hands-free highway driving system from Ford that’s similar in concept to GMC Super Cruise®, but user testimonials suggest that GMC Super Cruise® is the overall better system. Unlike Ford Blue Cruise®, GMC Super Cruise®:

• Has a larger mapped road network (750,000+ miles vs. 130,000 miles)
• Enables hands-free driving while trailering with Super Cruise® trailering capability
• Has a clear steering-wheel-mounted status light
• Can perform automatic lane changes (unavailable for earlier versions of Blue Cruise®)

Visit our dealership near Grafton to learn more about what GMC Super Cruise® can do for you and change how you drive for the better.

Ease Your Daily Commute With GMC Super Cruise®

Whether you primarily use your GMC vehicle to commute to work or to go on long drives and road trips, GMC Super Cruise® makes your drives easy and stress-free. Visit us in Bridgeport, and peruse our inventory of GMC Super Cruise®-compatible vehicles today.