Distracted driving is any activity that
could divert a person's attention away from the primary task of driving.
All distractions endanger driver, passenger, and bystander safety.
These types of distractions include:
- Texting
- Using a cell phone or smartphone
- Eating and drinking
- Talking to passengers
- Grooming
- Reading, including maps
- Using a navigation system
- Watching a video
- Adjusting a radio, CD player, or MP3 player
But, because text messaging requires visual, manual, and
cognitive attention from the driver, it is by far the most alarming
distraction.
The best way to end distracted driving is to educate all
Americans about the danger it poses. On this page, you'll find facts and
statistics that are powerfully persuasive. If you don't already think distracted
driving is a safety problem, please take a moment to learn more. And, as with
everything on Distraction.gov, please share these facts with others. Together,
we can help save lives.
when I catch you douche bags doing the stupid stuff above
(if I have my camara, and a passenger that can safely take the picture) you can
come to this site and see how stupid you look!