Method and system for controlling vehicle deceleration in an adaptive speed control system based on vehicle speed

This invention relates to a method and system for controlling a maximum allowed vehicle deceleration in an adaptive speed control system based on vehicle speed. The method includes determining a speed of the vehicle, and setting a maximum allowed vehicle deceleration based on the vehicle speed determined. The system includes a receiver capable of receiving an input signal indicative of a speed of the vehicle, and a controller capable of setting a maximum allowed vehicle deceleration based on the vehicle speed.