It turns out electronic devices aren't the leading cause of distracted driving car crashes. Around 10 percent of all accidents that cause a death involve distracted driving, and Bloomberg reports that an Erie Insurance Group study has found that daydreaming and being lost in thought are responsible for 62 percent of those crashes. Mobile phone use, meanwhile, accounted for just 12 percent of those accidents. The study used police reports for its data, and as such, the numbers could greatly underestimate the role distracted driving plays in serious incidents.
According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, it requires some 20 complex decisions to stay on course for every mile you drive. The group recommends drivers be aware of when their not paying attention to the road and do what they can to minimize those moments.
Other distractions include rubbernecking, other passengers and pets roaming around the cabin.
Popular post
-
Spotify gives you instant access to millions of songs on your iPhone, iPad & iPod Touch. With the Spotify app, you can choose to listen...
-
Word has it Chrysler is keen to shove its new turbo diesel V6 into a range of models. Wards Auto reports Chrysler President and CEO Saad ...
-
View the original article here
-
Hi carlark, Welcome to this forum. Points are also known as discount points. These are some kind of fees that the lenders charge at closing...
-
View the original article here
-
Marilyn Manson, the American Rock musician known for his unusual gothic makeup and controversial stage persona, has been signed on as the...
-
The most thrilling running experience now comes to the yellow brick road! Reached No. 1 across the globe within hours of launch! Check out ...
-
SEOUL: North and South Korea agreed in principle Thursday to hold their first official talks for years, signaling a possible breakthrough i...
-
April 05, 2013 (United Kingdom) The 2013 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize was launched at The Dorchester with a high profile panel of ...
-
Scarlett Johansson has bought a custom-built, 3,500-square foot shingled house in Amangansett, according to Zillow real estate blog. The e...