The 2014 Corvette Stingray has yet to be released to the
market and we are all sitting in suspense.
Orders are being taken with the ordering guide on Corvette Blogger. This beastly C7 not only produces a massive
fully-upgraded 450 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque, but it has a weather mode
too?
GM had a brilliant idea of incorporating an increased
all-weather capability that will immensely increase stability and traction in
rainy conditions. Autoweek noted back in
January that the “weather mode” is just one of four driver-selectable settings
controlled via the center console. This
mode was created to improve safety in rainy and/or snowy weather
conditions.
Chevrolet explains the weather controls: “In inclement weather, the vehicle senses and
adapts to road conditions, distributing appropriate power to the real
wheels. Tailored Traction Control and
throttle progression promote more confident driving in rain or snow.”
Now remember, you will not experience all that the Stingray
has to offer while in “weather mode.”
The control system reduces specific power in order to retain full
stability while driving in external conditions.
This is a safety feature that protects not only the driver but the
vehicle as well.
Some of the other features in the center control panel are
as follows:
·
Eco – to reduce engine labor and conserve fuel,
ECO MODE maximizes Active Fuel Management to limit power when traveling at
cruising speeds. Fuel economy is automatically
optimized until aggressive acceleration is called for. An Eco index is available.
·
Tour – this vehicle default setting offers adaptable
power for everyday driving. Systems
relieve stiffness from shock damping and optimize comfort for long-distance
driving. Gauge cluster configuration
displays audio, navigation and phone data.
·
Sport – Optimized for spirited road driving,
steering effort and Magnetic Ride damping are stiffened but tempered. Performance Traction Management and launch
control are enabled, and StabiliTrak Active Handling can be activated for a
more stable ride. Gauge cluster
configuration features a large analog tachometer for effortless
visibility.
·
Track – Exclusively for track driving, Track
mode is designed for legitimate race settings.
Launch control provides maximum off-the-line accelerating. Steering effort and Magnetic Ride damping
adjust to provide maximum responsiveness.
Performance Traction maximum responsiveness. Performance Traction Management is
enabled. Throttle progressing optimizes
for track performance. Gauge cluster configuration
offers a C6.R race-inspired display complete with lap timer.
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