Cruise control is a fantastic vehicular feature that helps you increase your fuel efficiency and provide for a fantastic opportunity to relax while you’re on the road. Most people don’t really understand when the right time for this feature to be used is. Here’s a guide from Chicago Towing regarding when the best times for using cruise control are – and when never to.
Don’t use when in Traffic
Never activate cruise control when you’re driving on a road full of other vehicles as it removes your control of the throttle, deactivating your ability to maneuver around one of your neighboring cars if one of them suddenly turns. Always make sure to the best of your ability that you have full control of your car when moving through traffic.
Don’t Use When Sleepy
If you’re driving when tired it may seem appealing to turn on cruise control, but the way it may relax you and take your already sleepy mind off the road can cause you to become distracted. When driving tired, it’s imperative to stay attentive and do everything you can not to get even more relaxed than you already feel. This may make you fall asleep on the road which can be incredibly dangerous to both yourself and other motorists. If you feel too tired to drive, try parking in a public place with people nearby and taking a nap.
Don’t Use in Inclement Weather
If you’re driving in nasty weather it’s imperative to do everything you can to have as much control of your car’s driving as possible. When driving in slippery or low visibility weather, we recommend driving at a slower speed with regular throttling in order to have full control of your traction and speed.
Do Use when you’re on an Open Highway
Cruise control is meant to be used on open highways in order to lessen any strange speed surges that can deplete your guel faster. It’s necessary to keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the steering wheel even as you use cruise control – and we stress the importance of deactivating cruise control if there are any road obstructions, traffic, or conditions that will require a higher level of maneuvering. But if you’re on a vast and open highway and can stay alert, cruise control can be a true godsend.
