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    Tuning Buick Regal's Sport and GS Mode

      Now available for all 2014--2017 Buick Regal 2.0L Turbo models!

    Buick Regal GS and Sport Modes

    Certain models of the 2011--2017 Buick Regal vehicles are equipped with additional mode buttons – one is labeled “GS” and the other is labeled “Sport”.  Depending on the features of the vehicle, these buttons may change the way the suspension operates, the way the accelerator pedal responds, and/or the way the automatic transmission shifts.


    TRIFECTA Exclusive Driver Selectable Vehicle Modes (DSVM)

    One of the earliest exclusive TRIFECTA product features is DSVM, formerly known as Select-A-Tune (SAT).  Taking root in the days of the first 2.0L turbo Direct-Injected engine GM built (RPO: LNF), SAT was a feature designed to give the driver dynamic control over the vehicle's power output.  This feature was a very popular distinguishing feature of the TRIFECTA calibration.  Over time it evolved into DSVM by name, and has been implemented in most vehicles that TRIFECTA offers a calibration for.

    DSVM and SAT are exclusive because they rely on the specific software that doesn't exist in the OE software.  Some vehicles have OE DSVM-like capabilities, such as the 2014-2019 Chevrolet Corvette, but many other vehicles do not.

     

    Buick Regal GS and Sport buttons

    TRIFECTA has always been interested in whether either (or both) the GS and/or Sport buttons found in the Buick Regal could be tapped into to change the engine's dynamics on the fly.  After some amount of research we determined that these buttons can in fact be used to select alternate automatic transmission shift profiles, but selecting alternate performance envelopes and pedal response maps seemed to not be possible with the OE software.

     

    Bringing DSVM to your Buick Regal GS and Sport button

    TRIFECTA is proud to announce we have successfully developed the Driver Selectable Vehicle Modes feature for the 2014--2017 Buick Regal, bringing about the ability to change the power and drivability dynamic of their Buick Regal on the fly with the GS and/or Sport button!

     

    Changing modes via the arming state of the Cruise Control system

    In developing this feature, we realized our customers who may not have the Sport or GS modes on their vehicle may want to take part in the fun.  With that in mind, we've taken things a step further and have integrated the ability to switch modes based on the arming state of the Cruise Control button as well!

    Now Regals without the GS/Sport buttons can also enjoy this feature!

    When purchasing or updating an existing purchase, customers are now able to select how they want the TRIFECTA calibration to be activated. The available configurations are:

    • None ("Always On")
    • GS Mode
    • Sport Mode
    • GS or Sport Mode
    • Cruise Control Disarmed

    If you already have a TRIFECTA calibration for your Regal, all you have to do to request this update is log in and update your purchase here:

    https://www.trifectaperformance.com/clients/purchases

    Simply select your purchase, update the form, and click save.  Your update will be queued up and written in the order it was received!

    If you have any questions about this feature, please feel free to reach out to us:

     Contact Us!

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    Will you be doing this for the 2012 model?  I would be interested in testing if this becomes available. Thank you. 

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    Has there been any further development on this?  I have a 2013 GS and I would be interested in this feature.

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    Just added my tune on 2015 Buick Regal T, and am very impressed. Did have to watch a video to install it, but it was very helpful. Wife is also very impressed as it is her car, now it just wants to go!

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    I just purchased a 2014 regal gs and I’m interested in adding performance parts. I would like to chat about all possibilities. Please contact me via email. Thanks

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      On 1/26/2023 at 6:58 PM, Nick f. said:

    I just purchased a 2014 regal gs and I’m interested in adding performance parts. I would like to chat about all possibilities. Please contact me via email. Thanks

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    Hi Nick,

    You can reach us at any time via the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of this page, or the Facebook chat bubble.  We look forward to hearing from you!

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    That is fantastic! I bought the program back in December. I am here today to install it! Wish me luck! Fingers 🤞

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      On 9/16/2020 at 9:33 AM, rkreager21 said:

    Has there been any further development on this?  I have a 2013 GS and I would be interested in this feature.

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    Hi, has there been any updates to the GS and sport mode for 2012 and 2013 models?   I am interested in this selective control and honestly, waiting to purchase my tune for my 2013 regal GS.  

    Any update would be great!  

     

    Thank you!

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      On 6/15/2023 at 8:33 PM, Brian Foy said:

    That is fantastic! I bought the program back in December. I am here today to install it! Wish me luck! Fingers 🤞

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    Hey,new guy here reading some input. How did the install go?

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      On 4/10/2021 at 10:11 PM, Ryan Morte said:

    Just added my tune on 2015 Buick Regal T, and am very impressed. Did have to watch a video to install it, but it was very helpful. Wife is also very impressed as it is her car, now it just wants to go!

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    Can you share a link to the video id like to see what it's about. Thank you.

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    Hello , I'm interested in getting the trifecta tune for my 2014 . I was wondering if I choose to set it up so it's active while in GS mode will I still be able to run a cold air intake without popping a code when not in GS mode ? Or do I need to go with the always on ? Is it possible to have two maps ? One that accounts for the CAI when in the standard mode and the GS gets the full trifecta treatment ? Have heard so many good things about this company and the tunes . Quite a few Facebook groups I'm in highly recommend you for the regals . Also is it true that if I get the middle ground tune and decide later on to get the top tier one I only need to pay the difference in price ? 

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      On 8/27/2024 at 10:38 PM, Austin93 said:

    Hello , I'm interested in getting the trifecta tune for my 2014 . I was wondering if I choose to set it up so it's active while in GS mode will I still be able to run a cold air intake without popping a code when not in GS mode ? Or do I need to go with the always on ? Is it possible to have two maps ? One that accounts for the CAI when in the standard mode and the GS gets the full trifecta treatment ? Have heard so many good things about this company and the tunes . Quite a few Facebook groups I'm in highly recommend you for the regals . Also is it true that if I get the middle ground tune and decide later on to get the top tier one I only need to pay the difference in price ? 

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    Hi @Austin93,

    Thanks for reaching out!

    In the case of having an intake - or big turbo, fuel system mods, flex fuel, etc - the way Driver Selectable Vehicle Modes ("DSVM") works is that we calibrate the car for your modifications at a base level, and use DSVM to command different power levels and driving character depending on which mode you're in.   

    For instance, if you select to have TRIFECTA mode assigned to the GS button, then you'll only have the increased horsepower, throttle response, and sporty shift strategy when in GS mode, but the car will still be properly calibrated for your mods even when it is not in GS mode, thus commanding stock power levels and drivability.

    Regarding upgrades, yes, all you pay is the difference, and you can upgrade at any time after your initial purchase, even years down the road!

     

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