What does cruise mean in a vehicle?
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cruise refers to the automotive electronic cruise control system, which primarily consists of four components: the command switch, sensors, the cruise control system ECU, and the throttle actuator. Below is relevant information about cruise: 1. The CRUISEMAIN light on the dashboard is the cruise control switch indicator. Pressing the CRUISEMAIN button on the steering wheel will illuminate the green CRUISEMAIN indicator on the dashboard, indicating that the cruise control switch is activated, allowing the vehicle to be freely set to maintain any speed above 60 km/h. 2. It features automatic compensation for uphill and downhill driving to maintain a relatively constant speed. The cruise control automatically deactivates and returns to manual control when acceleration or braking actions are detected. The buttons on the steering wheel correspond to SET (set), COAST (decelerate), RES (resume), ACC (accelerate), and CANCEL (cancel).
I've driven quite a few cars, and cruise is the cruise control system in vehicles. Simply put, it allows you to set a fixed speed on the highway, and the car maintains that speed automatically, freeing you from constantly pressing the accelerator pedal and reducing fatigue. I often use it during long-distance trips, setting it to 110 km/h, and I can relax my foot once it's engaged. Especially now, many cars come with adaptive cruise control, which not only maintains a set speed but also senses the distance to the vehicle ahead and automatically adjusts speed by braking or accelerating, making driving even more reassuring. The benefits are numerous: first, it helps avoid speeding; second, it saves fuel because maintaining a steady speed leads to more consistent fuel consumption; and third, it's great for older drivers like me with knee problems, making long drives less tiring. However, there are precautions to take when using it: the road should be straight, flat, and wide—avoid using it on mountain roads or in congested urban areas. Pressing the brake will deactivate it automatically after activation. I recommend beginners practice in open areas first.
