Learning to Drive in the Distracted Driving Era: A Comprehensive Guide to Staying Safe on the Road

In today's digital age, where smartphones and other electronic devices are ubiquitous, distracted driving has become a major safety concern. With the average driver spending over 30% of their time behind the wheel using a mobile device, the risk of accidents has skyrocketed. Learning to Drive in the Distracted Driving Era is an essential resource for anyone who wants to learn how to drive safely and responsibly in this increasingly dangerous environment.

The Dangers of Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is any activity that takes a driver's attention away from the road. This includes using a cell phone, texting, eating, drinking, talking to passengers, or adjusting the radio. Even glancing at a GPS device or changing the music can be enough to cause an accident.

Driving While Blind: Learning to Drive in the Distracted Driving Era

by Bob Hazard

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The consequences of distracted driving can be devastating. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),over 3,100 people were killed in distracted driving crashes in 2020. An additional 424,000 people were injured.

How to Avoid Distracted Driving

The best way to avoid distracted driving is to simply put away your phone and other electronic devices while driving. This may seem like a simple task, but it can be difficult to resist the temptation to check your phone for messages or social media updates. If you find it difficult to put away your phone, consider using a hands-free device or setting your phone to "Do Not Disturb" mode while driving.

In addition to avoiding electronic devices, there are other things you can do to reduce your risk of distracted driving. These include:

• Planning your route ahead of time so you don't have to rely on GPS
• Setting your music or radio station before you start driving
• Eating and drinking before you get behind the wheel
• Avoiding talking to passengers or other distractions
• Pulling over to a safe location if you need to use your phone or GPS

Teaching Teenagers to Drive in the Distracted Driving Era

Teenagers are particularly vulnerable to distracted driving. They are more likely to use their phones while driving and are less experienced behind the wheel. As a parent or guardian, it is important to talk to your teen about the dangers of distracted driving and to set clear rules about phone use while driving.

In addition to talking to your teen, you can also take steps to help them avoid distracted driving. These include:

• Setting a good example by not using your phone while driving
• Installing a GPS device in your teen's car so they don't have to use their phone for navigation
• Setting up a "no phone zone" in the car
• Limiting your teen's driving privileges if they are caught using their phone while driving

Distracted driving is a serious problem that can have devastating consequences. However, by following the tips in this book, you can learn how to drive safely and responsibly in the distracted driving era. By putting away your phone, planning ahead, and avoiding other distractions, you can help to reduce your risk of an accident and keep yourself and others safe on the road.

Driving While Blind: Learning to Drive in the Distracted Driving Era

by Bob Hazard

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2215 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	41 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE