The new Volkswagen Arteon's Adaptive Cruise Control looks ahead

The new Volkswagen Arteon is a gran turismo, ideal for long distances. The new, optionally available Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with predictive speed control gives enhanced comfort over long distances. The further developments in the ACC can integrate speed limits for the first time. So far, the assistance system was known purely as cruise control - adjust the desired speed, that's all. Within system limits, the ACC can take over braking and acceleration.

So far, so good. However, anyone who has ever driven a car with ACC will have wished that the system could 'think' and also take into account bends and speed limits, thus adding even more comfort. The Arteon is the first Volkswagen to do just that. Within system limits, it reacts to bends and speed limits and integrates them into the adaptive speed control. The ACC is active in a range from 0-210km/h. Starting at 30km/h, the ACC is able to maintain a constant desired speed.

Thanks to the predictive speed control system, the system can increase comfort as outlined. At the same time, the new ACC generation can also contribute to the reduction of fuel consumption, thanks to predictive braking and acceleration functions. In essence, the ACC with predictive speed control helps the driver within system limits, but it is the driver who retains overall control at all times for the car and current situation. The semi-automatic system can be overridden at any time by switching it off, braking or accelerating.