With the 2010 Distracted Driving Summit kick off today in Washington, D.C., industry, government, and safety experts are gathered in the nation's capital to grow policies that can limit the reach of dangerous distractions, including several representatives from customers Union. Despite the fact that distractions are discussed at a high level, it is vital to remember that your actions can make a life-changing difference.
The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), one of the many organizations along with Consumer Union attending the summit, has prepared 10 tips help manage driving distractions. It is the key to remind yourself for good, safe behavior by reading through the list and commit to doing your part to help make roads safer.
The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), one of the many organizations along with Consumer Union attending the summit, has prepared 10 tips help manage driving distractions. It is the key to remind yourself for good, safe behavior by reading through the list and commit to doing your part to help make roads safer.
- Turn your phone off or switch to silent mode before you get in the car.
- Ask a passenger to make the call for you if you need to reach someone.
- Set up a special message to tell callers that you are driving or sign up for a service that offers this.
- Pull over if you need to make or receive a call.
- Know the laws in your state before you get in the car. See a list of distraction laws.
- Don't ever text and drive ever, or go online or read your email while driving.
- Pets can be a distraction in the car. Make sure you secure your pets properly before you start to drive.
- Kids can also be a distraction. Pull over if you need to address a problem with your children in the car.
- Review maps and directions before you start to drive. If you need help when you are driving ask a passenger or pull over to a safe location.
- Focus on driving and avoid any activity that takes your mind and eyes off the road.
