These days, the electronic technology you find in a car is almost as important as what’s under the hood.
Several cars already have semi-autonomous capabilities in the form of driver-assisted technologies. These include automatic-braking sensors, motorway lane sensors, mapping technology that monitors blind spots, cameras in the back and front of a car, adaptive cruise control and self-parking capabilities.
Machine learning and predictive technology
Significantly impact the predictive capabilities of vehicles in the automotive industry. This technology is capable of providing a highly personal driving experience.
The sensors can also provide notifications to the vehicle owner if there is a need for service.
You can use your smartphone safely in your car without being caught by the law.
Unsuspecting motorists are being caught on their phones taking selfies and sending text messages. If you don’t want your phone to be used for illegal purposes or subject to an accident claim, you can put it to better use.
Apps for safe driving are growing in popularity. They can help you be a safer driver and get to your destination without having to crash.
No texting
The Distracted Driving Accidents figures will tell you everything you need to know about text message driving and the dangers.
SafeDrive promises to keep you on the road and your hands on the wheel. You earn points by not texting while driving, which you can purchase discounted products.
The app calculates how many points you’ve earned for each driving trip by considering your speed, traffic time and total distance.
SafeDrive allows you to compete with your friends by challenging them to be responsible drivers. See who can earn more points for safe driving.
Blocking smartphone use
Both Apple and Google have been working hard to develop their distracted driving apps. One example of their collaboration with designers is the introduction of CarPlay.
Apple CarPlay is their official iPhone-compatible in-dash experience. It is designed to give you all the features of your iPhone but without any distractions.
CarPlay connects directly to your car using a cable connected to your iPhone. Once it is switched on, the software will take over. You can use Siri to make phone calls, listen to music and send text messages.
Apple plans to allow third-party compatibility. This means that popular apps such as Spotify and Uber could be safely accessed even though it was originally designed for safer driving.
Android Auto
Android Auto is Google’s competitor offering. It was designed to use the voice-command system Google Now.
Android Auto will enable drivers to use their smartphone hands-free, safely and access navigation, audio, and communication functions like the Apple rival app.
Apple and Google have announced that they have reached agreements with major car manufacturers, such as General Motors. This means that future models will be available with these safety-informed apps installed and ready to use.
Any app that promises safer driving must be taken seriously. The signs indicate that we should be capable of using the functions of our smartphones while still being able to use them.