My husband’s main complaint was that it “tends to drive quite far to the right.” It sometimes got so close to the lane marking that the tires would run over it with a “rrrr” sound. Traffic Jam Assist uses a camera to track the car ahead, so if that car is positioned toward the right side of its lane, the Panamera may follow suit. Still… here’s what it looked like.
Yep, that is pretty far to the right! (laughs)
Still, not having to manage every little movement yourself in a traffic jam makes driving much easier. Traffic Jam Assist is an option, and Porsche offers both “Adaptive Cruise Control” and “Adaptive Cruise Control with Traffic Jam Assist.” If you’re choosing an option, make sure you select the latter to get this feature.
As convenient as it is, the Panamera owner’s manual makes this clear:
Traffic Jam Assist can make driving much more comfortable, but do not drive recklessly. The driver is responsible for staying in the lane and correctly assessing traffic conditions at all times. Keep your hands on the steering wheel and be ready to steer at any moment.
Never use Traffic Jam Assist in the following situations:
‒ When driving requires more than the usual level of attention.
‒ In severe weather, such as snow or heavy rain.
‒ Off-road or on unpaved roads. Traffic Jam Assist is designed for use on paved roads.
‒ In urban areas or roadwork zones.
‒ In narrow lanes.
‒ In unpredictable traffic situations, such as at junctions or toll booths.
That’s a good reminder. Even if the system can make driving feel almost effortless, we must never forget that we’re still responsible for driving—and always make safety our top priority.
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