Chevrolet 2010 Corvette Convertible Owner's Manual page 124

In this position, the engine does not
connect with the wheels. To restart the engine when
the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only.
If the vehicle needs towing, see
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Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is
running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your
foot is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could
move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit
people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear
while the engine is running at high speed.
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This position is for normal driving. It provides
the best fuel economy. If you need more power for
passing, push the pedal down to achieve the desired
level of acceleration.
Downshifting the transmission in slippery road
conditions could result in skidding, see Skidding
under
When in S (Sport Mode), the
transmission will work as an automatic until you use
the Manual Paddle Shift Controls, which activates driver
manual gear selection. See Manual Paddle Shift later in
this section. While in S (Sport Mode), the transmission
will have more noticeable upshifts for sportier vehicle
performance.
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