Using cruise control when there’s ice on the road could lead to losing control of the car.

Anyone who’s pulled a trailer for hours on the interstate knows how tempting that little cruise control button can be. Give your foot a break, lock in a speed, and just roll. Simple, right? Not always ...

It's important to understand how your car works to avoid wasting unnecessary fuel. Using cruise control can improve your MPG, but only under certain conditions.

Don't use cruise control. Speaking of losing contact with the roadway, don't use cruise control when it's raining. You may think it's helping you regulate your speed, but it's doing the opposite.

Using cruise control when there’s ice on the road could lead to losing control of the car.

Using cruise control when there’s ice on the road could lead to losing control of the car.