As a new Corvette and c8 owner I'm just wondering I made selections under my mode and I put engine under track not sport did I make any sense that I somehow put it in track mode does it make a difference should I just put it in a sport under my mode I'm not sure what engine putting track under my mode makes any difference I would not want to somehow shut off stable control
Hello. There is a fair bit of information in the owners manual in the meantime you can take a look at the following. Hopefully this helps. The “ track “ mode setting which you can select from the rotary dial on the console is really not suitable for driving around town or the neighborhood but get on a track or nice winding road and that will give you the most performance available. A significant difference from all of the other modes . And lots of fun !
The C8 Corvette offers several drive modes and customizable settings through its Driver Mode Control (DMC) system to tailor performance and driving feel. These modes affect powertrain, suspension, steering, braking, and engine sound. The main preset drive modes are:
• Tour (default for everyday driving, balances comfort and handling)
• Weather (for slippery conditions like rain or snow)
• Sport (sharpens steering, throttle, and transmission for spirited driving)
• Track (aggressive settings for handling and powertrain on closed circuits)
In addition, the C8 features two customizable modes:
• My Mode: Allows personalization of engine sound, steering, suspension, brake response, and cluster display, ideal for daily driving preferences.
• Z-Mode: More advanced customization, including powertrain settings and Performance Traction Management (PTM) with multiple traction control options. It is accessible quickly via a steering wheel button and intended for performance and track driving.
Customization details vary depending on equipment like the Magnetic Ride Control suspension and performance exhaust. You can set these modes via the center console knob (for standard modes and My Mode) and the Z-Mode button on the steering wheel. Both modes save your personalized settings across ignition cycles.
Z-Mode is especially useful for track days, allowing quick toggling between complex performance settings, including different traction management profiles, while My Mode is perfect for setting comfortable and personalized daily driving parameters.
To configure My Mode and Z-Mode, access the infotainment system:
Settings > Vehicle > Drive Mode Customization > My Mode or Z-Mode, where you can adjust engine sound, steering feel, suspension stiffness, powertrain response, brake feel, and traction control to your liking.
This flexible system gives the C8 Corvette a range from relaxed touring to aggressive track performance tailored to the driver’s preference and conditions.
