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 ...

Cruise control can take a lot of stress off of driving, but is it safe to use while towing. Here's what you need to know before hooking up the trailer.

But while cruise-control operation is simple and widely understood, there’s one scenario some drivers are uncertain about – using cruise control when towing.

When towing a trailer or fifth wheel you simply unhook the RV and use your tow vehicle for sightseeing and other daily transportation.