Think about it before you think its OK to text and drive. Those 10seconds are definitely not worth it. Texting can wait. The average weight of a car in 2022 was 4,094 pounds, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In every case, you have a vehicle weighing in excess of 1 metric ton moving at …
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Never text while driving.
You cannot drive safely unless the task of driving has your full attention. Any non-driving activity you engage in is a potential distraction and increases your risk of crashing. Texting is the most alarming distraction. Sending or reading a text takes your eyes off the road for 5 seconds. At 55 mph, that’s like driving …
What benefits can be realized through better driving discipline alone…
Better driving discipline plays a crucial role in reducing road fatalities. It can have a significant impact on improving road safety. Here’s how: 1. **Reduced Risky Behavior:** Discipline on the road involves following traffic laws, obeying speed limits, and avoiding risky behaviors like aggressive driving, tailgating, and road rage. When drivers adhere to these rules, …
A gentle reminder to all of us – Vehicles can kill
Read more at https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/22/nyregion/texting-driving-vehicular-homicide-nj.html
Some tips on how to avoid distractions while driving
Here is what you can do to avoid distractions while driving: Drive carefully and responsibly. Concentrate on the road, not on the conversations around you, the music that is playing, or the friend calling on your cell phone. The National Transportation Safety Board recommends that beginner drivers should be prohibited from driving between certain times, …