Driving distractions

June 21st, 2010

More than 6 years has passed since the ban of using mobile phones whilst driving and if caught using a mobile phone you could have to pay a fine of up to £60 and get three penalty points, but this doesn’t seem to be stopping the distraction of mobile phones. A recent survey by Autoglass found:

  • More than half of drivers say that texting whilst driving is the biggest distraction for motorists.
  • 71% admit that it is easy to become distracted at the wheel.
  • 2 out of 10 people admit they have had an accident or momentarily lost focus while on the road.
  • Other distractions which made it on the list were eating and drinking, singing along to the radio, checking hair and make up, sneezing, lighting a cigarette and staring at an accident.

    For tips on how to minimize distractions at the wheel visit
    www.autoglassnews.co.uk

    Entry Filed under: Technology, research, advice, cars

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