{"id":11028,"date":"2018-11-19T17:31:21","date_gmt":"2018-11-19T17:31:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/?p=11028"},"modified":"2026-01-09T16:48:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T16:48:16","slug":"ways-to-avoid-distracted-driving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/ways-to-avoid-distracted-driving\/","title":{"rendered":"Here Are 5 Extraordinary Ways To Avoid Distracted Driving"},"content":{"rendered":"

Throughout the media, road safety campaigners have raised their voice against distracted driving in the United States.<\/p>\n

The goal is to minimize the exponential number of crashes and educate Americans about safety driving.<\/p>\n

Regardless of age and experience, drivers are still vulnerable to the increasing number of distractions, which are not only reduced to technology, but also simple habits including; playing with the stereo, eating while driving, and any other activity that removes people’s attention from their primary task.<\/p>\n

In fact, distracted driving constitutes approximately 25% of all motor vehicle crash fatalities in the U.S. of which teenagers rank as the most vulnerable age group to the effects of road distractions.<\/p>\n

Again, your primary task is to drive safely and able to make informed-decision prior to making any maneuver that could affect your safety behind the wheel.<\/p>\n

For that reason, here are 5 extraordinary ways to avoid distracted driving.<\/p>\n

Heads up and phones down<\/h1>\n

You’ve probably seen a sign on the road alerting you against the use of phones while driving, mostly because people tend to be attached to their devices.<\/p>\n

A good advice is to put your phone down at all times regardless of who is texting or calling you.<\/p>\n

If, by any chance, you are getting a “life-changing” text or call, you are advised to pull off the road safely and proceed to use your phone.<\/p>\n

Even hand-free devices are a real source of distraction, not to mention that it is an illegal habit in some jurisdictions. Be mindful and avoid committing infractions.<\/p>\n

Avoid drowsy driving<\/h1>\n

It should go without saying that well-rested drivers are less vulnerables to suffer a car accident.<\/p>\n

If you are feeling tired, it’s a good idea to take a nap and get your energy back before getting behind the wheel.<\/p>\n

As a matter of fact, a recent study<\/a> reported that 37% of American drivers have nodded off or fallen asleep at least once ever since they started driving.<\/p>\n

Be cautious. It makes more sense to take a nap and be late to your destination rather than not getting there at all.<\/p>\n

The number of passengers impacts your driving<\/h1>\n

In principle, this type of distraction majorly affects teen drivers who aren’t as experienced as adult drivers when operating a vehicle.<\/p>\n

That’s the reason why many state’s graduated driver licensing laws ban teenagers from having other young passengers with them when driving without adult supervision.<\/p>\n

Attention, teenagers: Driving with friends creates an environment where you are more likely to get distracted by the noise from other passengers inside your car, increasing the chances of getting involved in a crash.<\/p>\n

Eating while driving is also distracting<\/h1>\n

When you are running late for work or any other important meeting, there’s little time to enjoy a solid meal prior to hitting the road.<\/p>\n

However, grabbing your Starbucks coffee or burrito breakfast while handling the steering wheel is not a safe decision whatsoever.<\/p>\n

You are strongly advised to get up earlier than your usual time and plan your day in a way that doesn’t inflict your safety while on the road.<\/p>\n

Leave your multi-tasking skills at work<\/h1>\n

You may be tempted to do other things while on your way to your destination, which won’t make you drive any safer to say the least.<\/p>\n

A proactive, responsible driver arranges the music playlist, makes their calls, and finish their meals before and after reaching their destination.<\/p>\n

Why would you put yourself in a situation where your safety is at risk? Your safety is more important than any other last-minute task you need to do while driving.<\/p>\n

Focus on the road, check around for road signs and other vehicles that are getting closer, and be cautious.<\/p>\n

SEE ALSO:\u00a0Stop Making Excuses! 4 Reasons To Stop Texting While Driving<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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