What is DriveCommander®?

DriveCommander® is an app for smartphones and tablets that helps to prevent distracted driving by automatically detecting driving status and preventing the driver from using certain features of the device whilst the vehicle is in motion. 

Using DriveCommander® you can:

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Promote the safe, legal and responsible use of mobile device while driving
  • Enforce compliance with corporate safe driving policies
  • Reduce your risk of prosecution
  • Reduce your employees risk of accidents
  • Ensure legal compliance
  • Comply with future legislation

The “Driving at Work” Guide from the UK Health and Safety Executive makes it clear that employers have a duty under health and safety law to manage the risks faced by their employees. One of the biggest risks they face is when using mobile phones while at the wheel.

80% of UK Employers have written mobile phone policies yet drivers continue to use mobile phones.

There are 29,000 accidents each year in the UK involving distracted driving.

Puts device in Safe Mode when driving. Silences alerts and notifications, locks keyboard and screen, blocks access  to text, email, browser, apps.

Application whitelisting. Administrators can permit the use of specific apps such as Navigation whilst in Safe Mode.

Automatic start/stop feature. Phone is automatically locked/unlocked when vehicle movement is detected (by vehicle telematics or GPS depending on the option implemented).

Usage reporting. View and report on all infractions and overrides per driver.

Simple install and update over-the-air or via a mobile device management platform.

Handsfree device usage control. Handsfree usage of the device can be permitted or denied by policy.

Passenger override feature. The passenger button allows you to certify that you are not driving and gain full access to your device. Configurable by policy.

Emergency calls are always allowed. Outbound plus inbound callback.

Industry-leading battery life. Latest power saving innovations means you’ll always be connected.

End-of-drive Function.  Quickly regain access to all phone features at the end of your drive.

Puts device in Safe Mode when driving. Silences alerts and notifications, locks keyboard and screen, blocks access  to text, email, browser, apps.

Application whitelisting. Administrators can permit the use of specific apps such as Navigation whilst in Safe Mode.

Automatic start/stop feature. Phone is automatically locked/unlocked when vehicle movement is detected (by vehicle telematics or GPS depending on the option implemented).

Usage reporting. View and report on all infractions and overrides per driver.

Simple install and update over-the-air or via a mobile device management platform.

Handsfree device usage control. Handsfree usage of the device can be permitted or denied by policy.

Passenger override feature. The passenger button allows you to certify that you are not driving and gain full access to your device. Configurable by policy.

Emergency calls are always allowed. Outbound plus inbound callback.

Industry-leading battery life. Latest power saving innovations means you’ll always be connected.

End-of-drive Function.  Quickly regain access to all phone features at the end of your drive.

Who we are

We are a UK distributor for the DriveCommander® Distracted Driving Solutions by Cogosense.

The increasing prevalence and growing capabilities of smart phones and tablets have increased the frequency with which today’s drivers are tempted to take their minds off of their driving.

The potential for distracted driving poses an ominous challenge to any company’s risk management program and poses one of the greatest risks of injury or death for young drivers.

DriveCommander.com solutions allow you to help your drivers to stay safe on the road, minimise risk to others, and reduce the costs associated with distracted driving incidents.