2014 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual - Page 210

9-42 Driving and Operating and suspension are advised to turn the normal traction control and StabiliTrak systems on. Adjust your driving style to account for the available engine power. See "Launch Control" later in this section. PTM (Performance Traction Management) (if equipped) . . Available in Track mode. There are five selectable settings if Competitive mode is activated. { 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 If equipped, Competitive Driving Mode, Performance Traction Management, 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 driver inexperience or lack of familiarity with the race track. Drivers who prefer to allow the system to have more control of the engine, brake, Competitive Driving Mode (Except Z51 with Magnetic Selective Ride Control) Competitive Driving Mode allows full engine power while StabiliTrak helps maintain directional control of the vehicle by selective brake application. In this mode, TCS is off and Launch Control is available. These lights are on when the vehicle is in the Competitive Driving Mode.