drivingmode

noun
UK /ˈdraɪvɪŋ məʊd/
US /ˈdraɪvɪŋ moʊd/

A special setting that helps a device work well while you are driving.

Turn on driving mode so your phone reads messages out loud instead of showing them.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A way of operating a machine or vehicle that is focused on driving.

The robot has a driving mode for moving across rough ground.

3. A feature in an app that limits distractions while you drive.

The map app switches to driving mode and hides extra buttons.

4. A setting that changes how a device behaves when connected to a car.

When the phone connects to the car, driving mode starts automatically.