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Page 24 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thursday, February 16-February 22, 2023 It's hard to go anywhere without using or coming into contact with technology. For drivers, that includes their vehicles, which have come a long way since the Ford Motor Company's Model T was fi rst introduced more than a century ago. Devices and driving are now undeniably intertwined. Preoccupation with technology when behind the wheel can pose a threat to motorists, as the National Highway Traffi c Safety Administration reports that more than 3,100 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted driving in 2020. But technology also can be utilized to great and positive effect. Various apps can help make driving safer, potentially reducing the number of accidents and fatalities on the nation's roadways. • OneTap: OneTap was designed to put an end to distracted driving. Once enabled, the OneTap app blocks incoming alerts on drivers' phones and automatically replies to let individuals calling or sending messages that drivers will get in touch when they reach their destination. Drivers can manually activate the app each time they get in their vehicles, or set it up so it automatically activates when the car begins moving. The latter approach can be especially useful for drivers who may forget to activate it when getting in their cars. • DriveMode: DriveMode was designed for drivers who want a hands-free messaging and calling option while behind the wheel. The app utilizes voice- enabled commands so drivers reply to messages or texts using only their voice, and it also can be integrated with navigation, music and voice assistant apps. Drivers can choose to have the app launch automatically when they start driving. • OtoZen: OtoZen can appeal to any drivers looking to be more safe, but it can be especially useful for parents of young drivers. Users can track family and friends with the app's GPS tracker that can share location information in real time. Incoming messages are delivered through users' car speakers, and speed alerts notify drivers when they exceed safe speed limits. • OnMyWay: The OnMyWay app automatically disables apps when vehicles are moving faster than 10 miles per hour. That functionality eliminates phone-related distractions like incoming text messages. But the hands-free component of the OnMyWay app allows users to make phone calls, use navigation apps and even play music. Modern vehicles are testaments to technological innovation. Drivers can use that to their advantage by utilizing various apps designed specifi cally to reduce distracted driving. Apps that can make driving safer and easier 828-657-5732 828-657-5732 robbinsrepairables.com robbinsrepairables.com 1891 Harris-Henrietta Road 1891 Harris-Henrietta Road Forest City, NC 28043 Forest City, NC 28043 ROBBINS ROBBINS AUTO PARTS AUTO PARTS Late Model Late Model Parts & Parts & Rebuildables Rebuildables Fully Fully Computerized Computerized FREE FREE Locator Locator Service Service All Parts All Parts Guaranteed Guaranteed ©Community First Media Community First Media GUIDE GUIDE AND AND INFORMATION INFORMATION Call 704-692-4449 to advertise! BRING YOUR VEHICLE BY FOR US TO LOOK AT! NO APPRAISAL FEE CHARGED! TOP DOLLAR PAID! YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE We Want We Want to Buy to Buy ©communityfi rstmedia A U T O S A L E S 345 South Broadway, Forest City 828-245-8067 www.mooresautos.com www.mooresautos.com 120 Ryans Road 120 Ryans Road Forest City, NC 28043 Forest City, NC 28043 Located Right Behind Dragon Palace Issues or problems: 828-286-0981 828-286-0981 VERY CLEAN, SAFE & LIGHTED AT NIGHT! VERY CLEAN, SAFE & LIGHTED AT NIGHT! ©Community First Media Community First Media LOCALLY LOCALLY OWNED & OWNED & OPERATED OPERATED Give Us A Try! Best Vacuums in Town! Get your CAR, TRUCK, DUALLY, CAR, TRUCK, DUALLY, SUV OR MOTORCYCLE SUV OR MOTORCYCLE FREE OF POLLEN TODAY! FREE OF POLLEN TODAY! Come check out the newest equipment in town! All New TOUCH FREE Get your vehicles cleaned Get your vehicles cleaned like new today like new today for only for only $ 12. 12. 00 00 for Supreme Wash! for Supreme Wash! • The only automatic in town where you can wash your duallys! • The only automatic in town where you can wash your duallys! • Our all new TOUCH FREE does not have wheel guides. • Our all new TOUCH FREE does not have wheel guides. Safe for all wheel types & styles! Safe for all wheel types & styles! • All our self serve bays do have dryers. • All our self serve bays do have dryers. Great for motorcycles, cars, trucks, etc. Great for motorcycles, cars, trucks, etc. Call 828-248-1408 to advertise! WEEKLY NEWSPAPER WEEKLY NEWSPAPER 157 West Main Street, Forest City 828.248.1408 • rutherfordweekly.com