Safety Technology to Combat Distracted Driving

Reckless driving has become a pandemic, leaving many people affected and lost lives worldwide injured, maimed and even dead due to drivers who use their phones while driving and are inattentive to the roads. Presently, technology experts have come up with innovative ways to prevent this carnage from growing- even though technology has been the problem it can now be used as the solution. Below are a list of the best application software’s available.

IZup (Eyes- up) Application
The iZup app is available for Android and Windows smartphones. The iZup app begins to work when it recognizes the car speed is over 5 mph, at this point it will block almost all phone usage- making phone calls, launching apps and reading or composing a text message will all be impossible. However, emergency calls are preapproved as well as the use of Google Maps- both necessary actions.

Origosafe Application

The Origosafe app is currently available for the Samsung Galaxy S3, iPhone 4, 4S and the iPhone 5. Origosafe works using a universal ignition interlock system which needs a driver to insert their phone in a dock before the engine can be started- this system is completely hands-free. The device allows voice calls to be received using the Bluetooth technology, however, if the phone is removed from the dock at any time during the ride an alarm signal will be sent out and will block the current user from using the system until it is reset- this is a form of warning for any errant drivers. This technology has come as good news for parents who are worried about the high rates of teenage car accidents caused by reckless driving. Moreover, it can be tailored to each driver’s specifications.

Cell Control Application
This application software is Bluetooth enabled and syncs with the on-board diagnostic system to detect movement and dispense appropriate action. When the car is moving all mobile devices, tablets and laptops are disabled to remove all temptation a driver faces when on the road. This technology is triggered immediately a driver starts the car.

Fleet Safer Application
Fleet Safer is a software designed for corporate fleets to reduce the accidents caused by illegal and irresponsible use of technology when driving. It is comprised of Safe Dial and Safe app features that ensure one-touch and hands free calls as well as allowing companies to determine which apps can be used by their drivers during a job- this prevents frivolous use of the phone. It also send automated replies to incoming calls and e-mails.

Drivesafe.ly Application
Drivesafe.ly is an application software created by speech and is available for Blackberry, iPhones and Android smartphones. It allows for e-mails and text messages to be read aloud as they are being received in real-time and gives automatic responses. This whole process is hands-free and therefore prevents accidents caused when drivers take their hands off the wheel and their eyes off the road.
The above application software’s have been proven to work and are prime examples of technology used for the bettering of society. Technology can also be used to acquire an online driving license you can also apply directly to the Driving & Vehicle Licence Agency by logging on to their authorised website.