Does Using Cruise Control Consume More Fuel?
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On roads with good conditions, it saves fuel, but on roads with many uphill and downhill sections, using cruise control may consume more fuel. Overall, cruise control does not waste fuel. Cruise control keeps the throttle at a fixed opening, ensuring the fuel injection volume remains stable at the same speed, thus maintaining fuel consumption at a consistent level. More related information is as follows: 1. The Cruise Control System (CCS), also known as the speed control system or autonomous driving system, functions by maintaining the vehicle's speed as set by the driver without the need to press the accelerator pedal. For example, if the current speed is 85 km/h and you want the car to maintain this speed, pressing SET will activate it. 2. SPEED is used for acceleration and deceleration, while ON/OFF is the cruise control switch. This system allows drivers on highways to avoid controlling the accelerator pedal for extended periods, reducing fatigue and unnecessary speed fluctuations, thereby saving fuel. On flat roads, especially on highways and expressways with good conditions and light traffic, the cruise control system precisely manages the throttle opening.