How to Use the Cruise Control on the Buick Regal?

[DeKai]

The method to use the cruise control on the Buick Regal is: turn on the cruise control, and the speed will automatically maintain at approximately 40 kilometers per hour, which is suitable for use on smooth roads. Cruise control, also known as speed control system or autonomous driving system, functions by maintaining the speed set by the driver without the need to press the accelerator pedal, allowing the vehicle to travel at a constant speed. Taking the Buick Regal 2020 GS 28T Elite as an example: the manufacturer of this car is SAIC General Motors Buick, classified as a mid-size car, with a gasoline energy type, a 9-speed automatic transmission, and a trunk volume of 441 liters.

[MacLuke]

As a frequent long-distance traveler, the Buick Regal's cruise control is a godsend on the highway. First, ensure your speed is above 40km/h, then locate the button with the speedometer icon on the lower left of the steering wheel and press it to activate the system—a white cruise light will illuminate on the dashboard. Continue accelerating to your desired speed and press the SET- button to lock it in; the dashboard light will turn green, indicating it's set. Fine-tune your speed using the RES+/SET- buttons, which adjust speed by 1.6km/h per press. To temporarily cancel, lightly tap the brake, and to resume cruise control, simply press RES+. Be cautious on downhill slopes as you might exceed the set speed, and in curves or heavy traffic, it's advisable to manually take over the steering—safety always comes first.

[StEverly]

Last week I tried the cruise control on my new Regal, and the operation is quite foolproof. Pay attention to the functional area on the left side of the steering wheel - the far right button is the activation key (circular arrow icon). Light it up after reaching 40 km/h, and the dashboard will display the cruise standby indicator. After accelerating to your desired speed, press the SET button below to release the throttle. To overtake, simply press the accelerator without canceling - it will automatically return to the set speed when you release. To deactivate, press the Cancel button or turn off the engine. The system is particularly considerate as braking intervention will immediately disengage cruise control, preventing risks from novice operation errors.

[HarleyMarie]

Experiences from a veteran LaCrosse owner. The cruise control area on the left side of the steering wheel has four buttons: power button, Cancel button, SET button, and RES button. The key steps are to activate the switch and drive the car to the target speed (e.g., 80km/h), then press the SET button—you'll instantly feel the throttle become lighter. During cruise control, it's best not to take both hands off the steering wheel, as the lane-keeping function requires sensing hand resistance. On heavy rain days, I usually reduce the set speed by 10km/h, as the system reacts a bit slower when tires slip.

[DiCollin]

Teach you how to distinguish between the two cruise control types in the Regal: regular cruise control and adaptive cruise control (ACC). The button with a car distance icon in the left steering wheel control area is the ACC activation button (only available in high-end models). After turning it on, you need to press SET to activate. For regular cruise control, simply press the circular arrow icon. ACC can automatically brake when the vehicle ahead slows down, while the regular version only maintains a fixed speed. For both types, after activation, the central dashboard will display the set speed and cruise status icon. When the brake is pressed, the icon turns gray indicating a pause; to completely turn it off, press the Cancel button.

[LeJade]

For beginners using cruise control, pay attention to three safety points. First, pressing the start button does not mean cruise control is activated; you must reach at least 40km/h and then press the SET button to lock the speed. Second, do not press the RES+ (resume) button randomly—it only works when you're above 40km/h and have previously set a speed. Finally, remember the brake priority principle: pressing the brake immediately pauses cruise control, but after releasing the brake, the vehicle will coast and decelerate rather than automatically accelerate. When using cruise control at night, it is recommended to turn on the headlights simultaneously, as the system does not automatically activate the lights—sudden acceleration on dimly lit roads can be dangerous.