Despite statistics and scientific studies highlighting the dangers of mobile phone use while driving, lots of vehicle drivers still admit to taking calls, texting and taking selfies behind the wheel.

Every year, according with the World Health Organisation, greater than 1.25 million individuals die from roadway website traffic collisions, and studies reveal that 94 percent of accidents are caused by driver error.

Distracted driving in the US represent virtually a third of all crashes - while closer to home, website traffic authorities in the UAE claim that 19 percent of crashes could be linked back to drivers utilizing their smart phones to search social media or take video clips while driving. Greater than 98 percent of drivers surveyed in Saudi Arabia admitted that they had actually used their phone while driving; 40 percent of drivers said that they review a minimum of one text message a day, and 25 percent admitted to sending a text while behind the wheel.1.

A recent study from the College of Applied Medical Sciences at King Saud University ended that drivers were up to seven times more likely to have a crash while utilizing their phone, and that obtaining phone calls and sms message also boosted the danger of significant crashes substantially.

Ford and its engineers have actually functioned relentlessly on its SYNC 3 system to assist keep drivers concentrated on the task available. SYNC 3 was named by Customer Records as one of the least distracting infomercial systems for vehicle drivers, with huge well-labelled symbols, quick actions, natural voice commands and large tuning and quantity controls.

Here are 5 ways SYNC 3 can assist you to maintain your hands on the wheel so you stay safe on the road:

1) Bluetooth connection: Once paired, you could park your phone by leaving it in your pocket, bag or storage space area. SYNC 3 cares for the rest, enabling approximately 11 phones to be paired with the system - and two gadgets at the same time; one for phone services and one for media.

2) Voice-activated commands with full Arabic support. Along with other languages, Ford's SYNC 3 supports - both message and voice activation - enabling simpler control for Arabic-speaking motorists. Essentially anything you can do by touch you can likewise do by voice, assisting you to keep your hands on the wheel and eyes when driving.

3) Simplified commands. Hands-free calling with dial commands that enable drivers to merely say "Call" and then the name of the contact. Sound and media resource commands are natural and non-restrictive, eliminating the should state musician, tune or album, prior to the desired selection. Drivers can access just what they intend to play from their USB tool in simply a few words. Audio/ media source changing does not call for additional commands; they simply state the media source they desire, such as "AM", "FM", "USB", or "Bluetooth Sound". The motorist could even control the temperature level inside the cabin through simple voice commands.

4) Audible incoming text messages and the reply of 15 pre-defined responses. SYNC 3 will review your text messages for you (message and data rates may apply; phone has to sustain downloading of sms message through Bluetooth to receive incoming text messages).

5) Smartphone integration has actually been stepped up with a number of great new features, consisting of Apple CarPlay *, which enables iPhone users to do more including obtaining instructions optimized for website traffic problems by means of voice control while the drivers' eyes stay concentrated on the road. The system is likewise suitable with Siri Eyes Free which enables simple access to Siri with iPhones linked through Bluetooth. Android individuals are able to trigger Android Vehicle *, that makes the platform's apps and solutions such as Google Browse, Google Maps and Google Play Songs available in a risk-free and seamless way with SYNC 3. SYNC 3 Apple Car Play also now completely sustains Anghami streaming, meaning you could pay attention to your favourite artists, from Nancy Ajram to Ed Sheeran, through Ford's in-car connectivity system. Anghami is the very first legal music streaming platform and digital circulation company in the Arab region, giving unrestricted Arabic and international music to stream and download for offline listening.

* Not all Apple or Android services are available in all markets.
1An investigation of the mobile phone use while driving among drivers: Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
2 Report findings here.