Since 2006, families and truck owners in Elk Grove have trusted Ritchey Buick GMC for stress-free sales and service. We are proud to offer GMC's revolutionary Super Cruise technology. Whether you commute on I-5 or haul near Highway 99, experience hands-free driving in the new GMC Sierra, Yukon, or Canyon.
Key Takeaways
- Not Self-Driving: Super Cruise is an advanced driver-assistance system. The driver must remain alert.
- Hands-Free on Highways: Drive without your hands on the wheel on over 400,000 miles of mapped highways.
- Constant Driver Monitoring: The camera ensures your eyes remain on the road.
- Available on Popular GMC Models: Sierra, Yukon, Canyon, Terrain, and Acadia.
- Automatic Lane Changing: The system can execute lane changes when you activate the turn signal.
What is GMC Super Cruise?
Announced in 2013, tested until 2016, and launched in 2017. Today, Super Cruise is available across the GMC lineup. It is a true hands-free driver assistance system for mapped divided highways. It is not self-driving. It is a Level 2 system. You must supervise and be ready to take over at any time.
Four Core Components
- GPS + real-time kinematics pinpoints position within inches.
- LiDAR mapped highways are stored in the cloud and vehicle.
- Camera and radar detect lanes, vehicles, and road curves.
- Driver attention camera monitors head and eye position.
Your attention keeps you engaged. It is hands-free driving, not self-driving.
On Over 400,000 Miles of Highway
Super Cruise works on compatible divided highways across the U.S. and Canada. The system uses pre-mapped data. It knows the road's curvature and grade. It adjusts steering, speed, and braking automatically while you go hands-free.
GMC Super Cruise vs. Tesla Autopilot
| Feature | GMC Super Cruise | Tesla Autopilot |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-free | Yes (on mapped highways) | No (hands-on, nag required) |
| Lane change | Automatic on mapped roads | Yes (with confirmation or auto) |
| Driver monitoring | Infrared camera (works with sunglasses) | Torque sensor / cabin camera (recent) |
| Mapping | LiDAR precision maps + GPS | Vision + fleet navigation |
Super Cruise is hands-free. Tesla requires hands on wheel. Both need your full attention.
2025 GMC Models with Super Cruise
Sierra 1500
Yukon / Yukon XL
Canyon
Terrain
Acadia
Ask our sales team which 2025 models feature Super Cruise.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GMC Super Cruise?
GMC Super Cruise is a hands-free driver assistance system for compatible highways. It uses LiDAR map data, GPS, cameras, and a driver attention camera. It allows hands-free driving on over 400,000 miles of roads. You must pay attention.
Is Super Cruise available on all GMC models?
Yes, it is now available across the GMC lineup: Sierra, Yukon, Canyon, Terrain, and Acadia on select trims. Many 2025 models at Ritchey Buick GMC are equipped.
How does Super Cruise differ from Tesla Autopilot?
Super Cruise is hands-free on mapped highways. Tesla is hands-on. Both require supervision. Super Cruise uses an infrared driver camera that works with sunglasses.
Can I test drive a GMC with Super Cruise in Elk Grove?
Yes. Ritchey Buick GMC has multiple Super Cruise-equipped models. Call 916-691-2700 to schedule a drive.
Is Super Cruise self-driving?
No. It is a hands-free highway assistant. The driver must always pay attention and be ready to take control. It is a Level 2 system, not autonomous.
When did Super Cruise launch?
GM introduced it in 2017 on the Cadillac CT6. It then expanded to GMC and Buick. The latest version offers automatic lane changing.
Experience It Yourself at Ritchey Buick GMC
The best way to understand Super Cruise is to feel it in action. Visit our Elk Grove showroom. We will take you on a route where you can go hands-free. You will see how the driver attention system works. You will feel the automatic lane changes. It reduces fatigue on long drives.
Our commitment is to ensure you understand and confidently use your vehicle's technology. From the powerful Sierra to the spacious Yukon, we have the Super Cruise model for you.
