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Driver distraction, and its implicit effects on hazard recognition and vehicle control, has been a prominent topic on highway safety agendas, as well as for the U. S. Congress, state legislatures, the media, and the public at large (Stutts, Feaganes, Reinfurt, Rodgman, Hamlett, Gish, & Staplin, 2001). Much of this attention stems from the enormous … Read more
Since the introduction of the first cell phone in 1983, the use of mobile devices has gone viral. Even with the growing danger of distracted driving, the laws are not the same in each state for all drivers. Teaching our young adults on the dangers involving with distracted driving, will empower them and give them … Read more
“Amanda Clark’s phone conversation came to an abrupt end when her Chevrolet Trailblazer rolled three times before landing on its roof. She’d run a stop sign and was broadsided by another driver. Metal caved in around her but the roof stayed intact and she survived with just scrapes and bruises” (Tracy). This story of Amanda … Read more
The Frontier Post, an English newspaper mostly based in the Middle East, released a particularly powerful advertisement in 2013 to promote safe driving. At first glance, it would appear that the advertisement is a picture of a firearm, front and center, placed in the spotlight of an otherwise gloomy backdrop. In reality, the advertisement depicts … Read more
Each day we go about our lives without rethinking the repercussions that could arise from our routine actions. Roughly, over 8 people are killed and 1,150 are injured each day from vehicular crashes involving a distracted driver (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). “New research from AT&T shows nearly 4-in-10 smartphone users tap into social … Read more
In today’s society, cell phones play a big part in the lives of many people around the world. Tasks such as making cells, texting, taking photos and even surfing the internet have not only been made easier but have also been more possible for many more people. As a results, cell phones subscriptions continue to … Read more
Has there ever been that one thing that drives someone insane and has no power over something to change it? Or have that annoying noise that constantly pops up and never goes away? Like an itch that can never be found, or being stuck behind someone going slow in the fast lane and they will … Read more
Texting and driving is the leading cause of fatal accidents in teenages and adults between the ages of 16 to 25. Now you may believe that you yourself are not the problem, but other drivers around you may be. Our goal is to get people to realize that is is is affecting everyone on the … Read more