Cruise control is a system that automatically controls the speed of a motor vehicle. It is typically used on highways and other roads where maintaining a constant speed is desirable. Cruise control can be engaged by the driver using a button or lever on the steering wheel.
Cruise control offers a number of benefits, including reducing driver fatigue, improving fuel economy, and increasing safety. One of the key historical developments in cruise control technology was the introduction of adaptive cruise control in the 1990s. Adaptive cruise control uses radar or laser sensors to automatically adjust the vehicle's speed in response to changes in traffic conditions.