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Life is full of distractions. Driving shouldn’t be.

Distracted driving is now the leading cause of all crashes. Let’s keep our eyes and minds on the road.

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Multitasking: possible or not?

Science says no. When texting and driving at the same time, your brain is just switching between tasks very rapidly, degrading your ability to drive well.

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Delaware cell phone law

Drivers may not talk without using a hands-free device. They may not read, write or send texts, email or use the Internet. First offense: $100 fine.

Source: https://ohs.delaware.gov/distracted.shtml

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Exactly how “impaired” are texting drivers?

One study shows that texting while driving is like driving with a blood alcohol level twice the legal limit (0.19 vs. 0.08)!

Source: https://facilities.uw.edu/blog/posts/2016/07/26/texting-and-driving

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Why texting is so risky

While some distractions may take your eyes off the road, or your hands off the wheel, or your mind off the driving, texting does all three.

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The truth about hands-free cell phones

When your mind is diverted from the road, your brain only processes a fraction of what you see. Drivers talking on cell phones, even hands-free, can miss 50% of their surroundings.

Source: https://www.nsc.org/road/safety-topics/distracted-driving/cell-phone-distracted-driving

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The dangers of “inattentional blindness”

Inattentional blindness while driving is the failure to notice an object because your attention was engaged on another task, such as texting.

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Why talking on the phone is worse than talking to a passenger

Your passengers can see what’s happening on the road, alert you, and stop talking to give you extra focus. People on the other end of the line cannot.

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How many motorists are texting and driving?

While 92% of U.S. drivers believe texting and driving is dangerous, 26% report having sent, and 36% have read a text/email while driving.

Source: https://aaafoundation.org/2021-traffic-safety-culture-index/

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Safe driver cell phone tips

Set your phone to “Do Not Disturb” while driving so you can give the road your full attention. Speaking or texting on your phone is never worth the risk.

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  • 1 Multitasking: possible or not?

  • 2 Delaware cell phone law

  • 3 Exactly how “impaired” are texting drivers?

  • 4 Why texting is so risky

  • 5 The truth about hands-free cell phones

  • 6 The dangers of “inattentional blindness”

  • 7 Why talking on the phone is worse than talking to a passenger

  • 8 How many motorists are texting and driving?

  • 9 Safe driver cell phone tips

Multitasking: possible or not?

Science says no. When texting and driving at the same time, your brain is just switching between tasks very rapidly, degrading your ability to drive well.

Delaware cell phone law

Drivers may not talk without using a hands-free device. They may not read, write or send texts, email or use the Internet. First offense: $100 fine.

Source: https://ohs.delaware.gov/distracted.shtml

Exactly how “impaired” are texting drivers?

One study shows that texting while driving is like driving with a blood alcohol level twice the legal limit (0.19 vs. 0.08)!

Source: https://facilities.uw.edu/blog/posts/2016/07/26/texting-and-driving

Why texting is so risky

While some distractions may take your eyes off the road, or your hands off the wheel, or your mind off the driving, texting does all three.

The truth about hands-free cell phones

When your mind is diverted from the road, your brain only processes a fraction of what you see. Drivers talking on cell phones, even hands-free, can miss 50% of their surroundings.

Source: https://www.nsc.org/road/safety-topics/distracted-driving/cell-phone-distracted-driving

The dangers of “inattentional blindness”

Inattentional blindness while driving is the failure to notice an object because your attention was engaged on another task, such as texting.

Why talking on the phone is worse than talking to a passenger

Your passengers can see what’s happening on the road, alert you, and stop talking to give you extra focus. People on the other end of the line cannot.

How many motorists are texting and driving?

While 92% of U.S. drivers believe texting and driving is dangerous, 26% report having sent, and 36% have read a text/email while driving.

Source: https://aaafoundation.org/2021-traffic-safety-culture-index/

Safe driver cell phone tips

Set your phone to “Do Not Disturb” while driving so you can give the road your full attention. Speaking or texting on your phone is never worth the risk.

Test Your Focus Fitness

How much do you know about the dangers of distracted driving?

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Test Your Focus Fitness How much do you know about the dangers of distracted driving?
As a whole, which age group is most involved in fatal crashes involving distracted driving?

Resources

  1. NHTSA Traffic Safety Facts Distracted Driving in 2021 https://crashstats.nhtsa.dot.gov/Api/Public/ViewPublication/813443
Can your brain perform multiple tasks equally well while driving?

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  1. https://www.nsc.org/workplace/resources/infographics/the-great-multitasking-lie
Eating is one example of a physical distraction while driving. What’s another?

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Your mind can also be a distraction while driving. What’s an example of that?

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By how much does chatting with a passenger reduce the amount of brain activity focused on your driving?

Resources

  1. https://www.cmu.edu/homepage/computing/2009/summer/distracted-drivers.shtml
You’re texting for 5 seconds, driving 50 mph. How far will you travel with no eyes on the road?

Resources

  1. ArriveAliveDE.com 5-Second Rule Tool
You miss a lot of your surroundings when driving and talking on a cell phone. How much?

Resources

  1. https://www.nsc.org/road/safety-topics/distracted-driving/cell-phone-distracted-driving
How long does it take for your brain to refocus on the road after looking at a cell phone?

Resources

  1. https://blog.drivedifferent.com/blog/10-distracted-driving-statistics-and-facts-for-safe-drivers
When is it legal to text behind the wheel?

Resources

  1. https://ohs.delaware.gov/distracted.shtml
What can you do before driving to help you stay focused on the road?

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Test Your Focus Fitness How much do you know about the dangers of distracted driving?

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THE GREAT ESCAPE

from Distracted Driving

Interior view of a car from the back seat toward the windshield
Interior view of a car from the back seat toward the windshield

5-Second Rule Tool

How far does your car travel in the 5 seconds you spend looking at a text?

Choose your vehicle’s speed using the speedometer to find out.

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Distance traveled in 5 seconds:
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Tips for staying alert

Here are some tips for keeping your focus where it belongs – on the road:

  • Use cell phone for emergencies only

  • Download an app that silences calls and texts while your car is in motion

  • Multitask when you’re outside the car

  • Avoid eating/drinking while driving

  • Secure children and pets

  • Put makeup on at home

  • Set temperature controls before you start moving

Distractions to avoid

There are so many distractions when we drive. Try to avoid these risky behaviors:

  • Texting or talking on handheld phone

  • Searching for items in a purse or wallet

  • Checking the GPS

  • Watching a crash on the side of the road

  • Securing a seat belt

  • Changing the radio or music selection

  • Talking with passengers

  • Reaching for an item that has fallen on the floor

 

 

 

 

KEEP YOUR EYES
ON THE ROAD.

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