Automatic
In movies we often depict the
future as a time when cars can drive themselves, while people sit back and
relax. Through the new technology
Automatic, we are getting one step close to this being a reality. Today most of our cars are run by computers
and becoming more and programmed.
This new device Automatic Link is an
auto accessory that is plugged into the diagnosis port of the car and relays
information to the car operator’s smart phone.
The Link connects with car’s computer, directly logging what is going on
with the car for each trip, where you are driving, how much gas is used and
what is exactly happening with the engine.
A user must download the application for the information to go through
to their cell phone. The information it
gives will help you saving money with gas, tell you the best place to park, and
best places to get gas. After assessing
the information many people will practice better driving behavior.
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An important feature for the
application is the ability it has to show you what is exactly happening with
the engine when the check engine light turns on. When the issue is too complicated for one to
fix on their own, the application will show you a list of nearby mechanics and
give you their contact information. This
application is only available to Android and IPhone at this point and will only
work with cars that were made in 1996 at the earliest.
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An important safety feature that Automatic
is known for is the emergency response.
It will call 911 automatically if it detects an accident or
emergency. This is really helpful when
in the stress of an accident, or if you are unconscious or unable to call
yourself and need help.
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I often cannot find my car when I
park it in a lot. Automatic has a great
feature that will use your phone’s GPS to find your car in a lot using the application. It also gives you the option to share a car
location with someone else, if you are trying to meet someone or going to pick
someone up.
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Because it is an app based
technology, it gives easy access to other forms of social media to keep in
touch. The website made it very easy to
connect through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and even LinkedIn. These keep you updated in what the company is
working on and the apps new features.
They also make it very easy and user friendly to contact the company
when you have questions, concerns or issues.
It makes it easy to connect with other Automatic users and share
stories, or concerns.
Automatic may not be the ability to
drive our cars with our eyes closed, but is shrinking the gap between us and
this futuristic idea. The link and
application will make our understanding of the car we drive and what is actually
occurring grow. Through this app and technology social media will become more involved in our transportation, our choices in auto shops, and connecting with other drivers on the road. I believe that Automatic
has a lot of potential now and a lot of room for improvement.
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