Cruise control can be a fantastic tool if you use it properly, or just use it at all! A lot of drivers first feel unsettled by the idea of taking their foot off the gas and allowing the car to remain at the same speed. Like any tool, there is a time and place to use cruise control.
Cruise Control should be used when going over 30 mph without any stops. Most people have a hard time keeping a consistent speed, you usually find yourself speeding up and slowing down throughout long drives. Cruise control can help save you gas by limiting the amount of changes happening in your speed. As well as keep you at a pace best for your gas mileage.
Another great reason to start using your cruise control is speeding tickets. It’s very easy on long stretches of highway to let your foot rest a little to heavy on the gas pedal and before you know it you’re going way too fast. If a cop catches you at one of those moments you could be looking at a pretty hefty ticket. Cruise control allows you to relax and not worry about going too fast.
The last reason, and arguably the most important reason, is comfort! If you ever driven a long stretch of highway, you can get pretty uncomfortable pretty fast. Driving is not really the best seating positions for your posture, however being able to take your foot off of the gas can seriously improve your drive.
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