Is Hill Start Assist Necessary When Having Auto Hold?

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LeDerek
07/30/25 5:46am
Having Auto Hold makes Hill Start Assist unnecessary. Here are the specific details: Introduction to Auto Hold: Auto Hold activates only after a firm press on the brake pedal, whether on flat ground or a slope. As for Hill Start Assist, I haven't experienced it personally, but theoretically, it should engage the moment the car stops on a slope without requiring a firm brake press. Explanation: With Auto Hold, there's absolutely no need for Hill Start Assist. Even on a slope, Auto Hold will keep the car braked until the accelerator is pressed. Hill Start Assist only maintains the brake for 2-3 seconds, which might not be fast enough or could lead to rolling if the driver is distracted. However, Auto Hold won't release until the accelerator is pressed, making it safer. Additionally, Auto Hold can be used on flat ground as well, whereas Hill Start Assist is only useful on slopes.
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