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What does ACC stand for in cars?

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LeSophie
07/29/25 9:01pm
ACC in cars has different meanings depending on its location: 1. On the ignition switch, ACC refers to the switch that allows the use of vehicle accessory electrical equipment when the engine is off; 2. A standalone ACC button on the steering wheel is the control switch for cruise control. Other buttons in the car include: 1. Window lift buttons: A single press can lower the window completely or raise it to the top; 2. Window lock button: Pressing this button locks all windows except the driver's side to prevent accidental operation by children; 3. Mirror adjustment button: To adjust the left mirror, move the toggle switch to the left, and vice versa for the right mirror.
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McEverett
08/15/25 7:00pm
ACC stands for Adaptive Cruise Control in cars, simply put, it allows the car to follow the vehicle in front automatically. I often use it on long drives, and it feels incredibly convenient, eliminating the need to constantly press the accelerator or brake. The system detects the distance to the vehicle ahead via front-mounted radar or cameras and automatically adjusts speed. For example, you set a maximum speed, and when the car in front slows down, your car also decelerates to maintain a safe gap; when the lead car speeds up, it returns to the original speed. This significantly reduces driving fatigue, especially in highway traffic jams, where ACC acts like a considerate co-pilot, helping you handle sudden braking situations. However, I recommend familiarizing yourself with its operation when first using it and not relying on it entirely, as any assistive system has its limitations. ACC is now standard on many new cars, from SUVs to electric vehicles, and there's still plenty of room for upgrades.
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DelTanner
10/16/25 8:01am
ACC stands for Adaptive Cruise Control, which differs from regular cruise control. Regular cruise control only maintains a fixed speed, while ACC is smarter and can monitor road conditions ahead in real-time. I've test-driven several vehicles and found ACC particularly useful in rainy weather or at night, as the sensors can penetrate obstacles and respond promptly. It basically works by using forward-facing devices to detect the distance to the vehicle ahead. Once the distance closes, the system automatically slows down or activates the brakes. The advantages are obvious: it reduces rear-end collisions caused by human error and helps save fuel by avoiding frequent acceleration. Although ACC is not fully autonomous driving, it has already stepped into the era of intelligent driving. I believe it will integrate more functions in the future, such as automatic lane changing.
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GarrettLee
11/30/25 2:01am
ACC stands for Adaptive Cruise Control, a driver assistance system. Its core function is to monitor traffic flow via sensors and intelligently adjust vehicle speed to maintain a safe distance. Compared to conventional cruise control, it offers distinct advantages such as automatic braking and restarting in heavy traffic, reducing rear-end collision risks. From my personal experience, ACC significantly reduces stress on highways, making driving more relaxed and safer.
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