Highway safety experts blame inattentive – or distracted – driving for 80 percent of all car accidents. So with just a few seconds of additional awareness of the road around us, we could potentially eliminate around 80 percent of crashes. How can just a few seconds make a difference?
Distracted driving can take on a new dimension when railroad tracks are nearby. This video from Operation Lifesaver demonstrates why drivers need to be vigilant.
It is common to see the vehicle in front of you gradually slow or drift out of its lane, putting you and others in danger. These are signs of distracted driving, often caused by cell phone use. Don’t be a distracted driver.
