Distracted driving is a well-known danger on the roads, but hundreds of drivers still continue to drive while using their mobile phone or engaging in other forms of distracted driving.
In response to the threat of these devices, several app developers have worked on creating new applications that combat distracted driving.
Today, there are numerous apps to choose from that will stop distracted driving for teens and adults.
The Purpose of Distracted Driving Apps
Smartphones are powerful. They keep individuals connected, allow business professionals to conduct business on the go, and allow children to maintain contact with their parents. However, text messaging remains a common issue. It takes just one text message to take a driver’s eyes and attention off the road for five seconds. These apps are designed to stop distracted driving by shutting down notifications, sending replies to text message senders that their recipient is occupied, and more.
Tips for Choosing the Right App
- Make sure the app is compatible with the phone’s operating software, such as iOS or Android.
- Look for an app that blocks messages and phone calls.
- Verify that the app offers notifications to parents so that they can monitor teen drivers.
- Check if the app tracks miles driven safely and if there are rewards for distraction-free driving.
What are the Best Distracted Driving Apps Available Today?
LifeSaver App – LifeSaver combines GPS monitoring with cell technology to dramatically reduce instances of distracted driving. They have rewards for safe driving, and when engaged, the app blocks a person from using their phone while driving. Also, it will notify parents that their teen driver has reached their destination and parents can use the “Driver Portal” to monitor teen driving habits. Parents are in control of the rewards offered to their teens. LifeSaver also works for commercial fleet managers that want to limit employee distractions.
AT&T DriveMode – AT&T released their DriveMode app for iOS and Android systems. It blocks texting and receiving phone calls while operating a vehicle. It can be set so that it automatically starts blocking when the vehicle is moving faster than 15 miles per hour. Also, parents can receive notifications if their teen tries to change a setting or deactivate the app. This app is very user-friendly.
TrueMotion – TrueMotion is free for iOS and Android system phones. It has unique features that other distracted driving apps do not, including a trip score that rates a person’s driving and moments that they might have been distracted.
Drive Beehive – This app connects drivers with sponsors who can set rewards for the specific number of miles safely driven.
Most safe driving apps are free or come with a nominal fee. Considering what they could do for a person — including saving a person’s life — paying a few dollars is always worth it to have an app that limits or stops distracted driving.
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