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Old 04-04-2021, 02:29 PM   #1
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Try Competition Mode in Track Mode!

I know most of you probably already know this, but if you don't, try competition mode in track mode for IMMEDIATE throttle response (my car is A8)! It has to be in track mode, even using competition mode in sport mode will give you a significant lag.
Just try a 35MPH second gear WOT pull, it's almost an entire second delay in sport but instant in track. It's also not just the lag, but some difference in power delivery. In sport, first it's the one second delay, then the power comes, but kind of gradual and soft, it's like you can feel the torque builds up from 300 lb-ft to 455 lb-ft in half a second, but in track, bang, all the 455 lb-ft the moment you floor it.
Just started daily driving with competition mode and discovered this, try it if you haven't already and were not satisfied about throttle response of this car like I did!
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Old 04-04-2021, 02:51 PM   #2
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Very interesting. I figured in track it would be more gradual. Will definitely try it, thanks.
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Old 04-04-2021, 03:01 PM   #3
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Very interesting. I figured in track it would be more gradual. Will definitely try it, thanks.
Yes in track the throttle mapping is more linear than sport, but if you floor it, it's 100% in either mode, while in sport you still have to go through the one second delay and the half second torque gradual build up (less punchy than track), so a WOT pull will definitely reveal the difference for you!
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Old 04-04-2021, 11:16 PM   #4
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This is in a standard SS?


If you hold the button down in Track in a 1LE/ZL1, you enter PTM modes.



Track has a different throttle mapping than sport. So that may be what you are feeling. BTW - due to feedback from Randy Probst while the 1LE was being reviewed, the throttle mapping in Track was revised by the Camaro team. He complained that the original map was an on/off switch and it was hard to modulate corner exit. The team changed it and now the Track throttle is much more linear.
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Old 04-05-2021, 09:43 AM   #5
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This is in a standard SS?

Yes. My 2016 2SS will go into comp mode. You put it in Track, then double tap the Stabilitrac button on the console. The DIC flashes a message that says Competition Mode or something similar (it's been awhile since I've done it).
That's what makes launch control available. Once in LC, you can hold the brake firmly and jam go-pedal to the floor, it will then rev to 2000 and hold it until you release the brake. You have to jam the pedal quickly too, if you slowly depress it, LC will not function and you'll just overcome the rear brakes at some point and spin the wheels.
On 2019 and newer, you can program that stall speed to other than 2000 (+/-), but 16-18 it's not changeable.
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Old 04-05-2021, 11:13 AM   #6
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Yeah the difference is competition mode. Or full stabilitrack off is quite fun as well, just be mindful of everyone around you.
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Old 04-05-2021, 01:48 PM   #7
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This is in a standard SS?


If you hold the button down in Track in a 1LE/ZL1, you enter PTM modes.



Track has a different throttle mapping than sport. So that may be what you are feeling. BTW - due to feedback from Randy Probst while the 1LE was being reviewed, the throttle mapping in Track was revised by the Camaro team. He complained that the original map was an on/off switch and it was hard to modulate corner exit. The team changed it and now the Track throttle is much more linear.
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Old 04-06-2021, 01:55 AM   #8
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I know most of you probably already know this, but if you don't, try competition mode in track mode for IMMEDIATE throttle response (my car is A8)! It has to be in track mode, even using competition mode in sport mode will give you a significant lag.
Just try a 35MPH second gear WOT pull, it's almost an entire second delay in sport but instant in track. It's also not just the lag, but some difference in power delivery. In sport, first it's the one second delay, then the power comes, but kind of gradual and soft, it's like you can feel the torque builds up from 300 lb-ft to 455 lb-ft in half a second, but in track, bang, all the 455 lb-ft the moment you floor it.
Just started daily driving with competition mode and discovered this, try it if you haven't already and were not satisfied about throttle response of this car like I did!



Whats competition Mode?

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Old 04-06-2021, 05:40 AM   #9
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Whats competition Mode?

Does this come in a 1ss manual?


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Old 04-06-2021, 07:13 AM   #10
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It's actually called "competitive mode"
Yes, it's available on all V8 cars.
From page 232 in my 2016 owners manual:

Competitive Driving Mode and
Launch Control are systems
designed to allow increased
performance while accelerating and/
or cornering. This is accomplished
by regulating and optimizing the
engine, brakes, and suspension
performance. These modes are for
use at a closed course race track
and are not intended for use on
public roads. They will not
compensate for a driver’s
inexperience or lack of familiarity
with the race track. Drivers who
prefer to allow the system to have
more control of the engine, brakes,
and suspension are advised to turn
the normal TCS and StabiliTrak
systems on.

Caution
Attempting to shift when the drive
wheels are spinning and do not
have traction may cause damage
to the transmission. Damage
caused by misuse of the vehicle
is not covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not attempt to shift
when the drive wheels do not
have traction.

Competitive Driving Mode
(V8 Only)
Competitive Driving Mode allows full
engine power while the StabiliTrak
system helps maintain directional
control of the vehicle by selective
brake application. In this mode, TCS
is off and Launch Control is
available. Adjust your driving style
to account for the available engine
power. See “Launch Control” later in
this section.

This optional handling mode can be
selected by pressing the TCS/
StabiliTrak button on the console
two times. The appropriate message
displays in the Driver Information
Center (DIC). See Ride Control
System Messages p 136.
When the TCS/StabiliTrak button is
pressed again, the TCS and
StabiliTrak systems are on. The
appropriate message displays
briefly in the DIC.

Launch Control
A Launch Control feature is
available, within Competitive Driving
Mode, to allow the driver to achieve
high levels of vehicle acceleration in
a straight line. Launch Control is a
form of traction control that
manages tire spin while launching
the vehicle. This feature is intended
for use during closed course race
events where consistent zero to
sixty and quarter mile times are
desirable.
Launch Control is only available
when the following criteria are met:
. Competitive Driving Mode is
selected.
. The vehicle is not moving.
. The steering wheel is pointing
straight.

Manual Transmissions
. The clutch is pressed and the
vehicle is in 1 (First) gear.
. The accelerator pedal is rapidly
applied to wide open throttle.
The Launch Control feature will
initially limit engine speed as the
driver rapidly applies the accelerator
pedal to wide open throttle. Allow
the engine rpm to stabilize.
A smooth, quick release of the
clutch, while maintaining the fully
pressed accelerator pedal, will
manage wheel slip. Complete shifts
are described in Manual
Transmission p 221.

Automatic Transmissions
. The brake pedal must be firmly
pressed to the floor, equivalent
to a panic brake event.
. The accelerator pedal is rapidly
applied to wide open throttle. (If
the vehicle rolls due to wide
open throttle, release the
throttle, press the brake pedal
more firmly, and re-apply the
accelerator to wide open
throttle.)
After the vehicle is launched, the
system continues in Competitive
Driving Mode.
Competitive Driving Mode and
Launch Control are systems
designed for a closed course race
track and not intended for use on
public roads. The systems are not
intended to compensate for lack of
driver experience or familiarity with
the race track.
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Old 04-06-2021, 10:47 AM   #11
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This is in a standard SS?


If you hold the button down in Track in a 1LE/ZL1, you enter PTM modes.



Track has a different throttle mapping than sport. So that may be what you are feeling. BTW - due to feedback from Randy Probst while the 1LE was being reviewed, the throttle mapping in Track was revised by the Camaro team. He complained that the original map was an on/off switch and it was hard to modulate corner exit. The team changed it and now the Track throttle is much more linear.
Double tap on the button for PTM modes. Holding the button down will turn tc off.
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