Some of the most common forms of
driver distraction include:
Some of the most common forms of
driver distraction include the following:
Driver distraction including both in - vehicle distractions (cell phones and electronics) and external distractions
6 Hour Adult Driver Education program covers a variety of traffic safety topics including but not limited to current traffic laws; highway signs, signals and markings; issues commonly associated with motor vehicle crashes such as poor decision - making, risk taking, impaired driving,
driver distraction including use of cell phones and text messaging, speed, failure to use a safety belt, driving at night, and failure to yield the right - of - way.
Not exact matches
But Mr. Schaller's hefty fees have been criticized by
drivers and passengers who say they are being unfairly targeted, and from transportation experts —
including supporters of congestion pricing — who view them as unrealistic and an unhelpful
distraction as they lobby for a congestion pricing plan in Albany.
Driver distractions,
including answering the phone or fiddling with the radio, are a factor in many accidents.
The surveys covered a variety of topics,
including the frequency and type of
distractions the participants experience during driving, their attitudes and intentions around
driver distractions, and their personalities.
«Our goal is to work with (USDOT) and other stakeholders to implement a
driver -
distraction program that
includes good laws, education and strong enforcement,» says Stanton, whose group represents 13 international auto makers selling in the U.S.,
including Hyundai, Kia and Nissan.
This
includes a remote touch - screen device that allows the
driver to operate controls without
distraction, as well as twin LCD screens mounted in the centre console for navigation and other multimedia functions.
-- New MyFord ™
driver connect technology blends Ford signature in - vehicle features into a cohesive experience, featuring intuitive controls, more voice activation and interface personalization — MyFord Touch ™ interface
includes dual 4.2 - inch LCD screens with corresponding five - way button steering wheel controls and an 8 - inch touch screen all controlled by simplified SYNC ® voice commands — Intuitive
driver connect technology provides access to ever - expanding in - vehicle functionality while minimizing
driver distraction and improving interior aesthetics — MyFord
driver connect technology launches this year on 2011 Ford Edge and goes global with availability on 2012 Ford Focus.
Other highlights of the latest Subaru Forester
include the company's EyeSight
Driver Assist Technology, which alerts the driver of distractions and fatigue while on the road, and is standard on all - new Fore
Driver Assist Technology, which alerts the
driver of distractions and fatigue while on the road, and is standard on all - new Fore
driver of
distractions and fatigue while on the road, and is standard on all - new Foresters.
The I - Pace is also filled with the latest driving tech that incorporates artificial intelligence machine learning to automate certain tasks to reduce the number of possible
distractions for the
driver,
including features like an available head - up display and a navigation system that can suggest routes closer to charging stations and parking garages.
Other innovative systems available
include Electronic Night Vision, which uses infra - red technology to identify potential obstacles ahead, and a Head - Up Display, which reduces
driver distraction and increases safety.
Other innovative systems available
include Night Vision, which uses infra - red technology to identify potential obstacles ahead, and a Head - Up Display, which reduces
driver distraction and increases safety.
Additional technologies designed to help Focus
drivers avoid accidents and
distraction include:
«Safety products
include those that restrict pet movement and reduce
driver distraction, such as safety harnesses, barriers, booster seats and zip lines,» he explains.
Distractions can
include smoking, eating, pressing the buttons on the radio, other passengers and «rubbernecking,» whereby
drivers slow down to look at vehicle accidents.
Driver distraction is a large factor and this can also
include talking to other passengers in the car.
With our many technologies,
including cell phones, GPS devices, television screens, and even the radio,
drivers have many potential
distractions in the car.
Top contributing factors to pedestrian accidents
include driver distractions like cellphones, a
driver's failure to yield the right of way, and poor weather.
Driver distraction or errors,
including texting and cell phone use, speeding, and failing to yield or stop
18 - wheeler collisions may be caused by a number of factors that often
include driver distraction, fatigue, dangerous lane changes, impairment, speeding, aggressive driving, tailgating, and more.
Both Washington and Arkansas expanded the definition of distracted driving in an effort to
include driver distractions such as Facebook and YouTube.
Trucking accidents occur for a variety of reasons,
including driver fatigue, mechanical failures, inexperience, and
distraction.
Roadway accidents: Most common among truck
drivers, roadway accidents can occur for various reasons,
including inclement weather,
driver fatigue or
distraction, OUI, and other road hazards.
There are different kinds of
distractions that can be encountered by
drivers on the road and these
include visual, manual and cognitive.
In addition, the educational objectives that must be provided to every student enrolled in a minor and adult
driver education course shall
include information relating to litter prevention, anatomical gifts, leaving children in vehicles unattended,
distractions, motorcycle awareness, alcohol awareness and the effect of alcohol on the effective operation of a motor vehicle, and recreational water safety.
• Assisting bus
drivers in the instruction of students and concerning bus safety and loading and unloading • Maintaining regular and predictable attendance • Monitoring students with special needs • Ensuring onboard behavior maintenance to prevent
distraction for the
driver • Preparing documentation
including incident reports and record required by the school district