GM sets record: Largest hands-free caravan with Super Cruise

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General Motors (GM) has achieved a historic milestone by conducting the largest hands-free caravan across the Bay Bridge between San Francisco and Oakland, featuring all 20 of their Super Cruise-enabled vehicles. Launched in 2017, Super Cruise stands as the industry's first true hands-free advanced driver assistance system, offering the widest selection of compatible models compared to competitors who have nine or fewer. GM's system uniquely provides hands-free towing capabilities. The company plans to expand its hands-free technology lineup in 2025 with upcoming models including the Cadillac VISTIQ and Escalade IQ.

Positive

• Industry leadership with 20 Super Cruise-enabled models versus competitors' maximum of 9
• Unique market advantage with hands-free towing capability
• Planned expansion of Super Cruise technology to new models in 2025

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• None.

Sure, you can caravan with your friends across the Bay Bridge....but imagine doing it with your hands off the steering wheel.

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- General Motors made history recently, driving all 20 of our Super Cruise-enabled models in a record-breaking hands-free caravan across the Bay Bridge linking San Francisco and Oakland, the largest of its kind in history.  

GM initially launched Super Cruise in 2017 as the industry's first true hands-free advanced driver assistance system. It's now available on 20 vehicles - the widest selection in the market - while our closest competitors offer nine or fewer hands-free models. Plus, GM's Super Cruise is the only technology that provides hands-free towing capabilities.

With vehicles across various price points, GM is expanding access to our hands-free technology, bringing the comfort and convenience of Super Cruise to even more customers. 

Here's a list of the vehicles included in the caravan:

• Buick Enclave
• Cadillac CT4
• Cadillac CT5
• Cadillac Escalade
• Cadillac LYRIQ
• Cadillac OPTIQ
• Chevrolet Blazer EV
• Chevrolet Equinox EV
• Chevrolet Silverado
• Chevrolet Silverado EV
• Chevrolet Suburban
• Chevrolet Tahoe
• Chevrolet Traverse
• GMC Acadia
• GMC HUMMER EV SUV
• GMC HUMMER EV Pickup
• GMC Sierra
• GMC Sierra EV
• GMC Yukon
• GMC Yukon XL

Additionally, customer choice in how they go hands-free will continue to grow in 2025 and beyond, with Super Cruise available on upcoming models including the Cadillac VISTIQ, Cadillac Escalade IQ, and more yet to be announced.

Automatic Lane Change and Lane Change on Demand are not available while trailering. Always pay attention while driving and when using Super Cruise. Do not use a hand-held device. Requires active Super Cruise plan or trial. Terms apply. Visit cadillacsupercruise.com, chevysupercruise.com, buick.com/explore/connectivity/super-cruise or gmc.com/connectivity-technology/super-cruise for compatible roads and full details.

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SOURCE General Motors Company

FAQ

How many vehicles were in GM's record-breaking Super Cruise caravan?

GM's record-breaking caravan included 20 Super Cruise-enabled vehicles across their model lineup.

When did GM first launch Super Cruise technology?

GM launched Super Cruise in 2017 as the industry's first true hands-free advanced driver assistance system.

What unique feature does GM's Super Cruise offer compared to competitors?

GM's Super Cruise is the only system in the market that provides hands-free towing capabilities.

Which new GM models will feature Super Cruise in 2025?

The Cadillac VISTIQ and Cadillac Escalade IQ will feature Super Cruise technology in 2025.