What is the difference between Intelligent Navigation System and Adaptive Cruise Control?
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Intelligent Navigation can achieve automatic following at speeds of 0-120 km/h, while Adaptive Cruise Control is used on highways by setting the following distance from the vehicle ahead and maintaining this effective distance. Below is a relevant introduction to the Intelligent Navigation System: 1. Function: The system can control the vehicle's speed based on the set speed and the time-distance to the vehicle ahead, and keep the vehicle in the center of the lane by detecting the lane markings on both sides. The Intelligent Navigation System mainly provides driving assistance on highways or elevated roads with good road conditions, and the driver needs to maintain control of the vehicle at all times. 2. Activating the Intelligent Navigation System: The ICC function is activated by pressing the main switch button on the left side of the steering wheel, at which point the ICC icon and set speed will appear on the instrument panel; the Intelligent Navigation System selection is made via the buttons on the right side of the steering wheel to choose the system on the instrument panel.
As a seasoned long-distance driver, I frequently use adaptive cruise control and intelligent navigation systems. The biggest difference lies in their functional scope: adaptive cruise control only automatically adjusts speed to maintain distance from the vehicle ahead, while you still need to steer manually. Intelligent navigation not only controls speed but also maintains lane position, automatically turns based on navigation, or avoids obstacles, integrating more sensors and map data. On highways, ACC saves fuel and effort, but in traffic jams, intelligent systems rely too much on precise maps and become unreliable with weak signals. I find the intelligent version much more relaxing for long trips, but manual takeover is required during malfunctions—beginners should master ACC first before upgrading. Never over-rely on any system; safety comes first.