Posted on 2/24/2022
Distracted driving is the #1 cause of terrible and deadly automotive accidents worldwide. As soon as you take your eyes off the road or take at least one hand off the wheel, you are compromising your safety. Distracted driving may be hard to resist, but it is extremely dangerous for you and others on the road. To freshen up your knowledge, here are the top things that lead to distracted driving and how to avoid it. CELL PHONE Nothing can divert your attention more than a glowing, buzzing, and alerting phone. Because cell phones are such a big distraction, most states in the US have strict laws prohibiting texting and calling while driving. Furthermore, some places even prohibit having your phone in your vicinity at all. To ensure your cell doesn't distract you, put your phone on "Do Not Disturb" and out of your sight before hitting the road. Trust us - that text or social media notification can wait. CONTROLS Besides handheld tech, you may also be the type of person t ... read more