Drivers in the dark about cruise control lights
Nearly half of drivers don’t understand basic cruise control warning lights, according to a new survey carried out by Warrantywise.
It found that 41% of respondents said they didn’t understand the symbols for even the most common features such as adaptive cruise control and lane assist.
Warrantywise warned that failing to understand the modern dashboard raises serious concerns about the real-world impact of increasingly complex car technology and self-driving ADAS systems.
Antony Diggins, managing director at Warrantywise, said: “Modern vehicles are more connected and capable than ever – but that complexity isn’t always matched by driver knowledge or confidence. Dashboard alerts are designed to keep us safe, but they’re only effective if drivers know what they mean – and act on them.
“Technology is a brilliant thing when it works, but even something as simple as not recognising a warning light can cause drivers to delay action. Vehicles may be getting smarter, but we believe peace of mind should still be simple.
“Our mission at Warrantywise is to give drivers confidence – not just in their cars, but in knowing they have the right support when something unexpected goes wrong.”
