Cadillac Super Cruise Hands-Free Driving Technology at Ritchey Cadillac Daytona Beach

Cadillac Super Cruise


A Guide to Hands-Free Driving


Experience the Future of Driving at Ritchey Cadillac in Daytona Beach

HANDS-FREE DRIVING TECHNOLOGY

400,000+ MILES
COMPATIBLE HIGHWAYS

DRIVER ATTENTION
INFRARED EYE TRACKING

AUTOMATIC LANE CHANGE
TURN SIGNAL ACTIVATED

Hands Off the Wheel. Eyes on the Road.

Experience the future of driving with Cadillac Super Cruise—Feel what driving becomes when Cadillac Super Cruise takes control, allowing no-hand operation on more than four hundred thousand miles of fitting roads nationwide.

34 Million Miles and Counting

Super Cruise drivers keep adding distance every day. This is not merely new tech - it reshapes driving itself. Mile after mile shows change already underway.

Cadillac CT5 with Super Cruise on Daytona Beach highway

Introduction: Welcome to Hands-Free Driving

Highway stretches define daily life in Florida. Many hours get spent behind the wheel. Take I-95 near Daytona Beach, a trip to Orlando for fun, or driving far south to Miami - distance piles on quick. Truth is, reaching where you're going while worn out? That rarely helps.

Enter Super Cruise.

Far from the old cruise systems, this one means business. Actually letting go of the wheel becomes possible - on certain highways. Tension melts away during busy commutes. Speed tweaks every few seconds? Gone. You stay relaxed while the Cadillac manages motion and lane position. The journey feels lighter, somehow.

How Super Cruise Actually Works

This changes things. Long before starting the engine, Cadillac finishes its prep work. Thanks to LiDAR - which means Light Detection and Ranging, if you wondered - teams build ultra-sharp highway layouts wherever Super Cruise works. Picture clarity so fine it captures every turn, ramp entry, the very instant when the pavement arcs.

Out there, the map details mix with live GPS signals along with video from your car's eyes - cameras and detectors watching closely. This blend builds something like a bubble of awareness surrounding your Cadillac, sensing how traffic moves ahead while guiding you smoothly toward where you're headed.

Super Cruise technology display in Cadillac dashboard

The Tech Behind the Magic

Precision LiDAR Mapping

Every compatible road has been pre-mapped in stunning detail. Cadillac knows the curves before you do.

Real-Time GPS & Sensors

Your vehicle constantly monitors its position using GPS while cameras and radar sensors scan the environment around you.

Adaptive Cruise Control

The system maintains your selected following distance from the vehicle ahead, adjusting speed automatically so you don't have to ride the brake.

Driver Attention System

A small camera mounted on the steering column uses infrared lights to track your head position and eye gaze. It works day or night—even with sunglasses.

Turn Signal Activated Lane Change

Just activate your turn signal, and Super Cruise finds an opening, executes the lane change, and gets you back on track. All hands-free.

OnStar Safety Connection

If the system senses you're not responding, help arrives fast through OnStar. A real person trained for emergencies will reach out.
Cadillac Super Cruise steering wheel and dashboard display

How to Activate Super Cruise: Your Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Fire Up Adaptive Cruise Control. Press the button on your steering wheel.

Step 2: Watch for the White Super Cruise Indicator on approved roads.

Step 3: Engage Super Cruise by pressing the Super Cruise button.

Step 4: Let Go when the light bar turns green.

Step 5: Change Lanes Automatically with your turn signal (on compatible models).

Step 6: Take Back Control anytime by pressing the button or tapping the brake.

Where Can You Use Super Cruise in Florida?

HIGHWAY
ROUTE DESCRIPTION
SUPER CRUISE COMPATIBLE

I-95

The spine of Florida's east coast

? Yes - Extensive Coverage

I-4

Connecting Tampa, Orlando, and Daytona Beach

? Yes - Major Sections

I-75

Running down the west coast through Fort Myers and Naples

? Yes - Significant Coverage

Florida's Turnpike

The toll road that gets you where you need to go fast

? Yes - Primary Routes

I-10

Stretching across the panhandle

? Yes - Compatible Sections

Local Daytona Roads

Surface streets without divided highways

? Not Compatible

View the full Super Cruise compatible road map on Cadillac's website ?

Why Daytona Beach Drivers Love Super Cruise

Conquer the Commute: I-95 through Volusia County can be unpredictable. Just when you settle into a steady rhythm, red taillights appear ahead. This system keeps up smoothly either way, taking some of the strain off your mind during long drives.

Road Trips Made Simple: Travelling to Miami this weekend? Three hours on the road might stretch out if traffic piles up. Super Cruise lets your hands relax while you take in views - eyes stay forward, always.

A Safer Drive: Staring straight ahead for hours? The system notices when your eyes drift. It gives a quiet warning if focus slips, pulling you back without drama. Long drives across flat Florida roads tend to blur after a while.

Cadillac with Super Cruise on Florida highway near Daytona Beach

Available on These Cadillac Models

Cadillac CT5 with Super Cruise

Cadillac CT5

The sport sedan that handles itself

Cadillac Escalade with Super Cruise

Cadillac Escalade

Full-size luxury meets hands-free driving

Cadillac LYRIQ with Super Cruise

Cadillac LYRIQ

Electric luxury with advanced technology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cadillac Super Cruise and how is it different from regular cruise control?

Super Cruise is Cadillac's hands-free driver assistance technology that allows you to take your hands off the steering wheel on compatible highways. Unlike traditional cruise control that only maintains speed, Super Cruise uses LiDAR mapping, GPS, cameras, and sensors to steer, maintain speed, keep you centered in your lane, and even change lanes automatically (on compatible models). It's the first true hands-free driving system for the highway.

Where can I use Super Cruise in the Daytona Beach area?

In the Daytona Beach area, Super Cruise is compatible on major divided highways including I-95, I-4, and Florida's Turnpike. It's perfect for your commute to Orlando, trips to Miami, or traveling up the east coast. Super Cruise is not designed for use on surface streets, in construction zones, or on roads without a physical median separating traffic.

How does the driver attention system work with sunglasses?

The infrared camera mounted on the steering column can track your eye gaze and head position even when you're wearing sunglasses. This is particularly important for Florida's sunny days. If you look away from the road for too long, the system will alert you with visual cues, seat vibrations, and eventually audio alerts. If you don't respond, Super Cruise will safely bring the vehicle to a stop and contact OnStar for assistance.

Do I need an OnStar subscription for Super Cruise to work?

Yes, Super Cruise requires an active OnStar plan. All Super Cruise-equipped vehicles come with 3 years of OnStar service included. After that period, you'll need to maintain an OnStar subscription for Super Cruise to continue functioning. This connection provides necessary GPS data, map updates, and the safety response system.

Can Super Cruise handle heavy rain or bad weather?

Super Cruise may not be available during heavy rain, fog, snow, or when camera sensors are obstructed. The system will alert you when conditions require you to take manual control. In Florida's sudden downpours, you should always be prepared to take over steering immediately if Super Cruise becomes unavailable.

Which Cadillac models at Ritchey Cadillac offer Super Cruise?

Currently, Super Cruise is available on the Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, and LYRIQ. Availability may vary by trim level and model year. New Cadillac models are continually being added to the Super Cruise lineup. Visit Ritchey Cadillac or check our online inventory to see which specific vehicles in stock feature this technology.

How do I know if a road is Super Cruise compatible?

When you're driving on a compatible highway, the white Super Cruise steering wheel icon will appear on your dashboard. You can also check Cadillac's official Super Cruise map online to see all compatible roads across North America. The system currently covers over 400,000 miles of highways and continues to expand.

Ready to Experience Super Cruise for Yourself?

Reading about hands-free driving is one thing. Experiencing it is something else entirely. At Ritchey Cadillac in Daytona Beach, we'd love to put you behind the wheel of a Super Cruise-equipped Cadillac and let you feel what 34 million miles of hands-free driving is all about.

Ritchey Cadillac dealership in Daytona Beach, Florida
  • Super Cruise is a driver assistance feature that requires the driver's attention. Always monitor the vehicle's surroundings and be prepared to take control immediately.
  • Super Cruise functionality requires an active OnStar plan. Super Cruise may not operate if OnStar services are not active or if GPS signals are unavailable.
  • Super Cruise is only available on compatible, limited-access highways with a divided median. It is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving.
  • Features, specifications, and compatibility are subject to change. Consult your vehicle's owner's manual and your Ritchey Cadillac representative for complete details.
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