We have all been behind those cars that weave or slow down
unnecessarily. The initial thought is that the driver might be
impaired. Yet, when we pass them, we see that they're talking
on their phone or texting or using their GPS. And that distraction
could be dangerous – very dangerous.
Distracted driving is defined as any activity that takes a
driver's attention away from the road in front of them. They
could be using their GPS or talking or texting on their cell phone.
They could also be eating, drinking, reading, or even adjusting
their radio tuner. No matter the activity, distracted driving can
cause unnecessary harm to the pedestrians and drivers that share
our roads.
According to the CAA, distracted drivers are eight times more
likely to get into an accident. The National Safety Council reports
that 26 percent of all car crashes involve phone use –
including those that are hands-free. And the AAA Foundation for
Traffic Safety claims that you are four times
