Commuting in Michigan, whether you are battling the rush hour on I-96, navigating the I-275 corridor, or
heading north on I-75 for the weekend, can be exhausting. But imagine a drive where you can physically
take your hands off the wheel, relax your shoulders, and let your vehicle handle the highway for you.
This is not science fiction; this is Super Cruise™, the industry's first true hands-free
driver-assistance technology for compatible roads. Available now at Gordon Chevrolet, Super Cruise™ is
redefining comfort and convenience for Michigan drivers.
What is Super Cruise™ and How Does It Work?
Super Cruise™ is a highly advanced convenience feature that utilizes a fusion of
technologies to drive the vehicle on compatible roads. It is not just "cruise control." It
uses a sophisticated data fusion of:
Precision LiDAR Map Data: Millions of miles of roads have been laser-scanned to
provide the vehicle with a detailed understanding of the road ahead.
High-Precision GPS: Keeps the vehicle perfectly located within its lane.
Network of Cameras and Radar Sensors: These constantly monitor the vehicle's
surroundings, traffic flow, and lane markings.
Hands-Free vs. Adaptive Cruise Control
Many modern cars have Adaptive Cruise Control, which speeds up and slows down
with traffic. Super Cruise™ goes a massive step further by controlling the steering as well. On compatible
roads, you can completely remove your hands from the steering wheel while the system maintains your speed,
distance from the car ahead, and lane position.
The Driver Attention System
Safety is paramount. Super Cruise™ features a small camera located on the top of
the steering column that uses infrared lights to track your eye gaze and head position. This Driver
Attention System ensures you are paying attention to the road. If you look away for too long (at your
phone or a passenger), the steering wheel light bar will flash green, then red, to alert you to take
control.
Key Features That Change Your Drive
Lane Change on Demand
Not only can Super Cruise™ keep you in your lane, but it can also help you pass. On enabled vehicles,
simply tap the turn signal, and if the sensors detect a clear path, the vehicle will automatically change
lanes for you. In some newer models, the system can even initiate a lane change automatically to pass
slower traffic or exit a lane that is ending.
Super Cruise™ with Trailering
For our Silverado 1500 and Tahoe owners, this is a game-changer. Super Cruise™ is calibrated to work
while towing. The system recognizes the extra weight and length of your trailer, adjusting the braking
distances and steering inputs to allow for hands-free towing on compatible highways.
Automatic Lane Centering
Long drives are tiring because of the thousands of micro-adjustments you make to keep the car centered.
Super Cruise™ handles this effortlessly, keeping your Chevy perfectly centered in the lane, significantly
reducing driver fatigue on long trips up north.
Where Can You Use Super Cruise?
Super Cruise™ functions on a massive network of over 400,000 miles of compatible roads
across the United States and Canada.
For our customers in Garden City and the greater Detroit area, this covers almost all of our major
arteries, including:
I-96 (Jeffries Freeway)
I-275
I-75
I-94
M-14
Which Chevrolet Vehicles Offer Super Cruise?
Super Cruise™ is available on specific trims of Chevrolet's most popular trucks and SUVs.
Explore our inventory to find your hands-free ride:
While systems like Tesla Autopilot or Ford BlueCruise offer similar features, Chevrolet's Super Cruise™
is widely regarded by automotive critics as the most intuitive and robust system on the market. The key
difference is the Driver Attention System. Because Chevy monitors your eyes rather than just torque on the
steering wheel, Super Cruise™ allows for true hands-free driving without the "nagging" need to wiggle the
wheel every 10 seconds, provided your eyes remain on the road.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use Super Cruise on city streets in Garden City?
No. Super Cruise™ is designed exclusively for compatible, divided highways. It will not engage on city
streets with cross-traffic, traffic lights, or pedestrians.
Does Super Cruise cost money?
Super Cruise-equipped vehicles typically come with a 3-year trial of the connected service included.
After the trial period, a paid subscription plan is required to keep the system active and the maps
updated.
Is Super Cruise safe?
Yes. It is designed with multiple layers of safety, including the Driver Attention System, redundant
braking and steering systems, and high-precision map data. However, it is a driver-assistance feature,
not a fully autonomous driver. You must always remain attentive and ready to take control.
Experience the Future at Gordon Chevrolet
Reading about hands-free driving is one thing; feeling the steering wheel move on its
own while you relax on I-275 is entirely different. We invite you to visit Gordon Chevrolet in Garden City
to experience this revolutionary technology firsthand. Our team is ready to demonstrate how Super Cruise™
can transform your daily commute.