In an effort to discourage drivers from touching their phones while operating a vehicle, this safe driving app uses a point system to incentivize good behaviour. SafeDrive is a smartphone application that, through gamification and discounts, rewards users for leaving their phones alone when driving.
Based out of Romania, the safe driving app is the result of a partnership between XL Team from the Netherlands and KNS from Romania. Through SafeDrive, you can create an account and begin earning points before you even start driving. The length and distance of your car trip determines how many points you can collect. You can also lose points if you check your phone at a red light, say. When you collect enough points, you can trade them in for participating products and services.
Phone-Avoiding Game Apps
This Safe Driving App Dissuades Drivers From Checking Their Smartphones
Trend Themes
1. Safe Driving Apps - Developing smartphone applications that discourage drivers from using their phones while operating a vehicle.
2. Gamification - Using game elements and rewards to incentivize positive behavior, such as not using a smartphone while driving.
3. Partnerships - Collaborating with companies and organizations to create innovative solutions that promote safe driving practices.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile App Development - Creating and designing smartphone applications that promote safe driving and discourage phone usage while operating a vehicle.
2. Automotive - Integrating safe driving apps and technologies into vehicles to provide drivers with incentives and reminders to avoid using their phones.
3. Insurance - Partnering with safe driving app developers to offer discounts and rewards to drivers who demonstrate safe driving habits by not using their phones while behind the wheel.