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.

—Bruce McCall

Examples of adaptive cruise control in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This is a hands-on lane centering and adaptive cruise control system that has been on the Leaf for several years already. —Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025

Genesis models, like Hyundai and Kia relatives, offer a substantial standard feature list, including adaptive cruise control and a superior-sounding 18-speaker, 1400-watt Bang & Olufsen sound system. —James Raia, Mercury News, 9 June 2025

Standard features include Volvo’s Pilot Assist for semi-autonomous driving, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping and the carmaker’s City Safety system. —James Raia, Mercury News, 25 May 2025

All versions have a panoramic sunroof, powered tailgate, adaptive cruise control, powered seat adjustment and front heated seats. —James Morris, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1988, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for adaptive cruise control

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