How to operate the cruise control on the Trumpchi GM8?

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LydiaRose
07/24/25 7:25pm
The operation method of the cruise control on the Trumpchi GM8 is: 1. Press the adjustment switch to activate the cruise control standby mode; 2. To accelerate, push the adjustment lever upward or step on the accelerator. To cancel the cruise control, lift the adjustment lever upward; 3. Turn off the cruise control master switch, step on the accelerator pedal, or lightly tap the brake; 4. After pressing the cruise control master switch, the cruise control indicator will appear on the instrument panel to show the standby status; 5. Lightly stepping on the brake will cancel the cruise control mode. The Trumpchi GM8 is an MPV model with a body length of 5066 mm, width of 1884 mm, height of 1832 mm, and a wheelbase of 3000 mm. The Trumpchi GM8 is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine across all variants, delivering a maximum power of 185 kW and a maximum torque of 390 Nm.
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StChase
08/11/25 10:44am
As an owner of the Trumpchi GM8, it took me some time to learn the cruise control when I first got the car, but the operation is smooth once you get the hang of it. First, start the engine and get on the road, locate the cruise control button on the steering wheel, and press it gently to activate the system. Then, accelerate to your desired stable speed, say around 80 km/h on the highway, and press the 'set' button to lock it in. The system will take over the throttle and maintain the speed automatically. If you need minor adjustments on the road, use the plus or minus buttons to increase or decrease the speed in increments. Canceling is simple too—just hit the brakes or press the 'cancel' button to exit the system. This feature is especially handy for long highway drives, reducing foot fatigue, but I’d remind beginners not to use it in heavy traffic and to stay alert. Practice in open areas first, and with time, you’ll find it easy to handle.
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