Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Adaptive cruise control keeps a set speed and automatically keeps a distance to the vehicle ahead.
What is Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)?
It uses a front radar, sometimes with a camera. Stop-and-go versions can brake to a stop and drive off again. The driver chooses speed and distance. Some systems also read speed limit signs or map data and adjust the set speed before bends or junctions.
How it works
The system measures distance and speed to the vehicle ahead and adjusts throttle and brakes.
Why it matters for your car
It may not detect stationary objects or narrow vehicles reliably. Snow or dirt on the radar may switch it off.
Other terms
- Adaptive Headlights
- Body Roll
- Boost Pressure
- Bumper Cover (Bumper Fascia)
- Creep Mode (EV Creep Setting)
- Decibel (dB)
- Directional Tyres
- DPF Ash Loading
- Duty Cycle
- Fuel Trim
- Glow Plug Control Module
- M+S Marking (Mud And Snow)
- Mineral Engine Oil
- Night Vision Assist
- Parallel Parking
- Relay
- Service History
- Skateboard Platform (EV Platform)
- Timing Marks
- Transfer Case