It is becoming more and more easier for drivers’ concentration to be drawn away from the road when behind the wheel. As humans we stumble on a lot of things interesting and these things become even more exciting if we go on to get bored behind while driving.
It is very important that drivers’ safety and the safety of others are guaranteed by concentrating 100% on driving. Read on to find out the top 5 distractions while on the drive.
EATING AND DRINKING
While drinking alcohol and driving is a major no, On the other hand drinking even regular beverages at the same time as you are driving can take your focal point away from the road. So it is imperative to bear in mind about the both hands on the wheel at all times, no matter how understandable a tip this appear.
PASSENGERS
Passengers can be attention-grabbing whether it is turning around to speak with your children or looking at the person in the passenger seat. This applies in particular to new drivers who travel with friends. Stats tell us that there is more chance of causing a fatal crash when there are two or more friends in a car.
ADJUSTING ONBOARD ENTERTAINMENT AND ELECTRONICS
It can be persuasive to watch something if your vehicle has DVD playing capabilities. On the other hand, car manufacturers have wisely made it likely for the driver to watch something only when the car is parked. Even regulating the radio or navigation can be tremendously distracting and dangerous while driving. If it is very urgent, then the best thing to do is pull up to adjust any onboard gizmo.
EXTERNAL DISTRACTIONS
As if there was not an adequate amount of going on inside the car, those activities going on outside of the car can also divide attention. These distractions are not restricted to other road users and pedestrians, they expand to billboards, shops and many other things the human brain finds ‘extraordinary’. As a diver you have a duty to pay attention in order to preserve the safety of yourself and others.
PHONE COMMUNICATION
Today’s society allows us to communicate immediately via multiple mediums. Phones are being built smarter and they have turn out to be a staple of everyday life. We need to be accessible and in contact with others for significant reasons, but none of these reasons should be at the expense of yours or anyone else’s safety. Consequently, if you completely must communicate whilst driving, your best bet is to use a hands-free system so at least your hands remain on the wheel and your eyes on the road. Texting and other communication using your hands are illegal and frowned upon.
