adaptive cruise control
noun
: a system in an automobile that can automatically adjust the settings of the cruise control in response to external driving conditions
Jaguar's adaptive cruise control … tracks the speed and position of the car in the lane ahead and automatically adjusts the speed to keep a safe time interval.—
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Ten years ago, our cars had basic cruise control, and today, that early AI assistance has evolved into adaptive cruise control, lane following systems, and more.
—Jason Corso, Fortune, 6 Jan. 2026
Ever-evolving technologies like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist are a big part of how companies tempt us into buying new vehicles.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 24 Nov. 2025
The more advanced version of cruise control is adaptive cruise control.
—Keenan Thompson, Freep.com, 11 Nov. 2025
What is adaptive cruise control?
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
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Jason Corso, Fortune, 6 Jan. 2026
Ever-evolving technologies like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist are a big part of how companies tempt us into buying new vehicles.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 24 Nov. 2025
The more advanced version of cruise control is adaptive cruise control.
—Keenan Thompson, Freep.com, 11 Nov. 2025
What is adaptive cruise control?
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for adaptive cruise control
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“Adaptive cruise control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adaptive%20cruise%20control. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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