Traffic-Aware Cruise Control - Tesla MODEL S Operating Manual

Traffic-Aware Cruise Control

Note: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is a BETA
feature.
Note: If your vehicle is not equipped with an
optional Autopilot package, refer to the
owner's manual on your vehicle's touchscreen
for instructions on how to use Cruise Control.
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (if equipped)
uses the forward looking cameras and the
radar sensor to determine when there is a
vehicle in front of you in the same lane. If the
area in front of Model S is clear, Traffic-Aware
Cruise Control maintains a set driving speed.
When a vehicle is detected, Traffic-Aware
Cruise Control is designed to slow down
Model S as needed to maintain a selected
time-based distance from the vehicle in front,
up to the set speed. Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control does not eliminate the need to watch
the road in front of you and to manually apply
the brakes when needed.
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is primarily
intended for driving on dry, straight roads,
such as highways and freeways. It should not
be used on city streets.
Warning: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is
designed for your driving comfort and
convenience and is not a collision warning
or avoidance system. It is your
responsibility to stay alert, drive safely,
and be in control of the vehicle at all
times. Never depend on Traffic-Aware
Cruise Control to adequately slow down
Model S. Always watch the road in front
of you and be prepared to take corrective
action at all times. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.
Warning: Although Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control is capable of detecting
pedestrians and cyclists, never depend on
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control to
adequately slow Model S down for them.
Always watch the road in front of you and
be prepared to take corrective action at
all times. Failure to do so can result in
serious injury or death.
Warning: Do not use Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control on city streets or on roads where
traffic conditions are constantly changing.
Warning: Do not use Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control on winding roads with sharp
curves, on icy or slippery road surfaces,
or when weather conditions (such as
heavy rain, snow, fog, etc.) make it
inappropriate to drive at a consistent
speed. Traffic-Aware Cruise Control does
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not adapt driving speed based on road
and driving conditions.
To Use Traffic-Aware Cruise Control
To use Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, you must
be driving at least 18 mph (30 km/h), unless a
vehicle is detected ahead of you. If a vehicle is
detected ahead of you, you can use Traffic-
Aware Cruise Control at any speed, even when
stationary, provided Model S is at least 5 feet
(150 cm) behind the detected vehicle.
When Traffic-Aware Cruise
Control is available but is not
actively cruising at a
specified set speed, the
instrument panel displays a
gray speedometer icon on
the left side of your current
driving speed. The number
shown in gray is the speed
limit that is being
determined by Speed Assist
(see Controlling Speed Assist
on page 116).
Note: On roads where the map data
determines that a conditional speed limit
exists (for example, a speed limit based on
time of day or weather conditions), a second
speed limit displays below the first speed limit.
It is the driver's responsibility to determine
whether the conditional speed limit is
currently in effect and adjust the driving
speed accordingly.
Set the Cruising Speed
You can set the cruising speed to either:
• Your current driving speed. The minimum
speed you can set is 18 mph (30 km/h)
and the maximum is 90 mph (150 km/h).
It is the driver's responsibility to cruise at
a safe speed based on road conditions
and speed limits.
• The speed limit, plus any offset you have
specified (see Speed Assist
To set the cruising speed to your current
driving speed, move the cruise control lever
up or down.
on page 116).
Model S Owner's Manual