[villagetinker]

Originally Posted by Dr Winston O Boogie jr

I use my cruise control any time I go over 25 mph. It in no way inhibits my ability to slow down or stop. If I need to stop, slow down or swerve, I simply step on the brake. Nothing dangerous about it.

I do the same, with the cruise control set at 30 mph (or the appropriate posted speed), I have my foot positioned over the BRAKE pedal, and my reaction time is that much faster. I also would do this in FOG and very heavy rain conditions for the same reasons. I did however refrain from using it in icy or slick conditions, as it would be possible for the speed control to increase speed at a very in appropriate time (like a curve).