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Posted On: 12/19/2018 9:51:10 PM
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Question? Does our device when installed in new cars override-integrate with the hands free car manufacturer's phone that's factory installed?
The reason i ask is this article addresses the danger of Smart Device Integration.
"Smart Device Integration" https://www.automotive-iq.com/autonomous-driv...ed-driving
Cell phone use in cars is one of the biggest causes of distracted driving, despite its convenience. One feature many car manufacturers have started implementing to counter this distraction is the ability to integrate smartphone functionality into the car itself. Many new cars now come with voice-activated phone integration, and sometimes even voice-activated navigation and music controls.
While this does keep cell phones out of driver's hands, it still contributes to driver distractions. Even if you’re not taking your eyes off the road because your car can answer phone calls, respond to text messages and play any song on your playlist, it still creates a distraction which can slow down your reaction times, leading to car accidents.
This isn’t to discourage people from using integrated smart devices in their car – many cars come with them pre-installed now as part of the stock package, so they’re getting harder to avoid. The important thing to remember is that while these integrated devices might be safer than checking a text on your phone, they are still a distraction and should be avoided unless absolutely necessary.
Types of Driver Distraction
Unfortunately, you can still be distracted even if you have your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. There are three main types of driver distraction, which include:
1. Manual: You've taken your hands off the wheel for some reason, whether it's to check your cell phone, adjust the AC or turn up the radio.
2. Visual: You've taken your eyes off the road.
3. Cognitive: You've taken your mind off the road.
Hope my question makes sense..
The reason i ask is this article addresses the danger of Smart Device Integration.
"Smart Device Integration" https://www.automotive-iq.com/autonomous-driv...ed-driving
Cell phone use in cars is one of the biggest causes of distracted driving, despite its convenience. One feature many car manufacturers have started implementing to counter this distraction is the ability to integrate smartphone functionality into the car itself. Many new cars now come with voice-activated phone integration, and sometimes even voice-activated navigation and music controls.
While this does keep cell phones out of driver's hands, it still contributes to driver distractions. Even if you’re not taking your eyes off the road because your car can answer phone calls, respond to text messages and play any song on your playlist, it still creates a distraction which can slow down your reaction times, leading to car accidents.
This isn’t to discourage people from using integrated smart devices in their car – many cars come with them pre-installed now as part of the stock package, so they’re getting harder to avoid. The important thing to remember is that while these integrated devices might be safer than checking a text on your phone, they are still a distraction and should be avoided unless absolutely necessary.
Types of Driver Distraction
Unfortunately, you can still be distracted even if you have your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. There are three main types of driver distraction, which include:
1. Manual: You've taken your hands off the wheel for some reason, whether it's to check your cell phone, adjust the AC or turn up the radio.
2. Visual: You've taken your eyes off the road.
3. Cognitive: You've taken your mind off the road.
Hope my question makes sense..
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