LONDON: The second-generation McLaren Super Series, which will be revealed this week at the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, will feature an all-new driver interface that offers a revolutionary approach to information display and promises high levels of driver engagement.
The McLaren Driver Interface will be complemented in the second-generation Super Series by switches machined from aluminium and the leather upholstery and trim.
Mclaren said the cabin would be designed to be light and airy and offers better visibility and space.
“The new McLaren Driver Interface is an example of advanced driver engagement built around two separate high-definition screens; a Folding Driver Display and a Central Infotainment Touchscreen,”said Mark Vinnels, Executive Director – Product Development at McLaren Automotive.
“The Folding Driver Display offers a choice of information shown and physical position, complementing driver preferences while furnishing a glorious piece of engineering theatre.”
In Full Display Mode, the default on vehicle unlocking as part of the ‘welcome’ sequence, the Folding Driver Display provides a comprehensive range of information on an upright TFT screen, the display format changing according to a driver’s choice of Comfort, Sport, or Track driving modes.
Slim Display Mode, either selected manually at the touch of a button or automatically deployed when linked to active dynamics functionality, sees the driver display slide down to show only essential information in a strip. This is the ideal condition for drivers wanting the minimum of distraction, either when on a track or for those who prefer simplicity of visual information.
The 8-inch Central Infotainment Screen comprises the other element of McLaren’s new integrated approach to sharing information. The driver’s portal to the all-new infotainment system of the second-generation McLaren Super Series, the screen will run multiple applications simultaneously on a vertical touchscreen carousel providing control of audio, media, navigation and other convenience features, as well as having several quick-access keys.
McLaren will reveal the full details and more images about the second-generation Super Series on March 7.
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