Distracted driving is serious and, oftentimes, deadly. In 2014, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported, at least 16 percent of all traffic collisions reported across the country had happened because of distracted driving. During the same year, 10 percent of all fatal crashes were traced back to distraction, and at least 18 percent …
New Guidelines Could Help Curb Distracted Driving Risks Read More »
There’s nothing more dangerous than driving while distracted. Many drivers believe they’re immune, thinking that distracted driving won’t expose them to risks. But reality is very different. And drivers who believe accidents will never happen to them are the first ones to experience it. But what if we told you that distracted driving is just …
Drivers seldom take time to look at their own driving record and think about the mistakes they often make while behind the wheel. But even if you consider yourself a good driver, learning about the importance of driving safely and avoiding distraction may help you to avoid serious auto crashes in the future. The problem …
Survey: It’s Official, Distracted Driving is an Epidemic Read More »
Distracted driving continues to be one of the main reasons why the rates of auto crashes have been going up. To Washington drivers, this is also a reality. But as many organizations attempt to run nationwide campaigns to help drivers become aware of the risks, certain groups work with local state agencies in order to …
In 2014, over 32,000 people were killed in traffic accidents, and at least 10 percent of these crashes were related to distracted driving. As the issue grows, due to the increase in production of cars with highly intuitive infotainment systems and the growing popularity of smartphones, safety advocates are becoming concerned. To the founder of …
Tech Made Distracted Driving Worse, But Could It Make Us Safer? Read More »
Most states have their own distracted driving laws, banning, to some extent, certain activities that may put drivers, passengers, and others in danger. Unfortunately for many residents of these states, drivers continue to allow distraction to take over, regardless of the serious consequences. In order to handle the distracted driving risk in a more aggressive fashion, …
In This State, Drinking Coffee While Driving May Be Outlawed Read More »
Distracted driving is an epidemic that has prompted a series of organizations to look into the causes of the phenomena. But as more incidents occur and new risks arise with the popularization of augmented reality apps like the Pokemon Go game, safety advocates are left wondering whether there’s any hope left. According to traffic-safety experts, …
This Washington Researcher Wants to End Distracted Driving Read More »
