Safety features not standard?

MAtRiX_757 · 09-15-2015, 05:27 PM

I noticed on the order guide that Blind Zone/Rear Cross traffic alerts is only on 2LT/2SS? How are safety features like this not standard?

Also what is Rear Park Assist? It already has the camera and I doubt they would make you pay more for a simple beeping to go along with it. Is it a self parking thing?

cyberbro · 09-15-2015, 05:35 PM

then they make it standard for all and everyone says wow I can't believe how expensive these cars are!

iPODFAN11 · 09-15-2015, 05:35 PM

Not government mandated. Would add extra cost to the 1LT and 1SS if they were standard which would result in a $28,695 base price for 1LT and $39,295 for 1SS. People would really freak!

JaxChris · 09-15-2015, 05:41 PM

Only rear view cameras are "required" in the NHTSA rule change.

If I remember, new models introduced after June 1st 2014 must have them by May 1st 2016. Existing models not replaced by newer models must have them by May 1st 2018.

*DGthe3* · 09-15-2015, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by MAtRiX_757

I noticed on the order guide that Blind Zone/Rear Cross traffic alerts is only on 2LT/2SS? How are safety features like this not standard?

Because most drivers do not need/want them. Personally, I have gotten by just fine by turning my head & looking to see if there is something in my way.

Also, you seem to forget that the Camaro does come with quite a few standard safety features:

Seat belts (with pretensioners)
Airbags (multiple)
Anti-lock brakes
Traction control
Stability control
Back up camera (limited usefullness, IMO)

I'm sure I'm missing a few, but you get the point

FenwickHockey65 · 09-15-2015, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by MAtRiX_757

I noticed on the order guide that Blind Zone/Rear Cross traffic alerts is only on 2LT/2SS? How are safety features like this not standard?

Because you have eyes and a head that swivels, I presume.

MAtRiX_757 · 09-15-2015, 06:22 PM

I figured features like these in 2015+ would be quite inexpensive by now and since the government is so aggressive with distractions like texting, they would be standard. I didn't realize they would cost about 2k.

Not gonna stop me from purchasing, I was just wondering.

Jakey2SS · 09-15-2015, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Because you have eyes and a head that swivels, I presume.

bhavyas · 09-15-2015, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by MAtRiX_757

Also what is Rear Park Assist? It already has the camera and I doubt they would make you pay more for a simple beeping to go along with it. Is it a self parking thing?

I think Rear Park Assist will have those moving guildlines... which turn as you turn your steering wheel plus beeping... This is my guess

JoeP@TeamBeckyD · 09-15-2015, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by MAtRiX_757

I noticed on the order guide that Blind Zone/Rear Cross traffic alerts is only on 2LT/2SS? How are safety features like this not standard?

Also what is Rear Park Assist? It already has the camera and I doubt they would make you pay more for a simple beeping to go along with it. Is it a self parking thing?

It's about cost..$$$

Quote:

Originally Posted by cyberbro

then they make it standard for all and everyone says wow I can't believe how expensive these cars are!

Quote:

Originally Posted by iPODFAN11

Not government mandated. Would add extra cost to the 1LT and 1SS if they were standard which would result in a $28,695 base price for 1LT and $39,295 for 1SS. People would really freak!

Quote:

Originally Posted by DGthe3

Because most drivers do not need/want them. Personally, I have gotten by just fine by turning my head & looking to see if there is something in my way.

Also, you seem to forget that the Camaro does come with quite a few standard safety features:

Seat belts (with pretensioners)
Airbags (multiple)
Anti-lock brakes
Traction control
Stability control
Back up camera (limited usefullness, IMO)

I'm sure I'm missing a few, but you get the point

Quote:

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Because you have eyes and a head that swivels, I presume.

Standard on high content vehicles at this time...
2LT/2SS

Becky

ilirg · 09-15-2015, 09:38 PM

Start asking for silly stuff like blind zone assist to be standard then complain when the cars price increases

snymat68 · 09-16-2015, 07:27 AM

I'd rather not have all that crap on my car.

Also, for those of us with radar detectors, unless you have one of the few expensive high-end models that can tell the difference, the lane assist crap is going to more-or-less render your detector useless.

Stex · 09-16-2015, 11:28 AM

IF they /we were really concerned about our safety, there would be no texting or cell phone calls while in motion.

DenverTaco07 · 09-16-2015, 11:38 AM

When I bought my 2013 Pilot, in order to get side markers on my side mirrors, I had to add a $2000 Nav package.

If you take a look at 80 or 90% of the manufactures, they all package. Acura, at least when I bought my 2010 TSX, all their models had two options, base or Tech package - oh you want push button start you say, that'll be $3500 cuz only available in the tech package, etc. etc. It is what it is and is not unique to the Camaro or almost any other car you can buy.

09-15-2015, 05:27 PM	#1
MAtRiX_757 Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 74	Safety features not standard? I noticed on the order guide that Blind Zone/Rear Cross traffic alerts is only on 2LT/2SS? How are safety features like this not standard? Also what is Rear Park Assist? It already has the camera and I doubt they would make you pay more for a simple beeping to go along with it. Is it a self parking thing? Last edited by MAtRiX_757; 09-15-2015 at 06:27 PM. Reason: additional question

09-15-2015, 05:35 PM	#2
cyberbro Drives: Not a Camaro at this time Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 1,056	then they make it standard for all and everyone says wow I can't believe how expensive these cars are! __________________ Order Status: 2000 8/27/15 3000 9/3/15 2000 9/22/15 (Order changed) 2016 2SS With Auto, NPP, MRC, Nav, Split 5 Spoke Bright Aluminum.

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snymat68 Drives: 2013 Blue Ray 1LS M6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,227 View My Garage	I'd rather not have all that crap on my car. Also, for those of us with radar detectors, unless you have one of the few expensive high-end models that can tell the difference, the lane assist crap is going to more-or-less render your detector useless. __________________ Performance Mods Elite Catch Can \| CAI Intake with Scoop & Washer Bottle Relocation \| MRT v2 Axle-Back Exhaust \| MagnaFlow Resonated X-Pipe \| Resonator Delete \| Vmax Ported Throttle Body \| GM Strut Tower Brace \| JDP Tow Hook \| Vitesse Throttle Controller Aesthetic Mods Chrome Peek-A-Boo Door Handles \| Interior Accessories Kit \| OEM RS HIDs w/ 6000k Bulbs & 5000k LED Fogs \| Tail Light, Marker Light, & Turn Signal Tint \| Tru-Sequence Sequential Turn Signals & Brake Lights \| Silver Fade Gill Stripes \| Carbon Fiber Bowties \| Various Chrome/Painted/Carbon Fiber Items

09-16-2015, 11:38 AM	#14
DenverTaco07 Drives: 2017 SS 1LE, 2017 Volt, 2013 Pilot Join Date: May 2014 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,274	When I bought my 2013 Pilot, in order to get side markers on my side mirrors, I had to add a $2000 Nav package. If you take a look at 80 or 90% of the manufactures, they all package. Acura, at least when I bought my 2010 TSX, all their models had two options, base or Tech package - oh you want push button start you say, that'll be $3500 cuz only available in the tech package, etc. etc. It is what it is and is not unique to the Camaro or almost any other car you can buy. __________________ 2017 SS 1LE \| HBM \| Vortech V3-Si supercharger (620RWHP and 575ft lbs) \| PDR \| Black Bowties \| Illuminated Front Black Bowtie \| Illuminated Door Sills \| Smoked Tails \| vented seats mod

09-15-2015, 05:41 PM	#4
JaxChris Drives: '16 2SS GD1 MX0 NPP F55 IO6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Florida Posts: 1,298	Only rear view cameras are "required" in the NHTSA rule change. If I remember, new models introduced after June 1st 2014 must have them by May 1st 2016. Existing models not replaced by newer models must have them by May 1st 2018.

09-15-2015, 06:22 PM	#7
MAtRiX_757 Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 74	I figured features like these in 2015+ would be quite inexpensive by now and since the government is so aggressive with distractions like texting, they would be standard. I didn't realize they would cost about 2k. Not gonna stop me from purchasing, I was just wondering.

09-15-2015, 09:38 PM	#11
ilirg Drives: 2011 Camaro 2ss Join Date: May 2013 Location: nj Posts: 1,559	Start asking for silly stuff like blind zone assist to be standard then complain when the cars price increases

09-16-2015, 11:28 AM	#13
Stex Drives: 67 goat, 69 goat ram air III Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: South texas Posts: 1,443	IF they /we were really concerned about our safety, there would be no texting or cell phone calls while in motion.

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