Each feature has been carefully integrated to minimize the chances for
driver distraction while the vehicle is in motion.
Each feature has been carefully integrated to minimize
driver distraction while the vehicle is in motion.
Assists in managing
driver distraction while increasing the quantity of content and connectivity
Not exact matches
While all distractions impair a driver to some degree, texting while driving draws eyes away from the road for longer than fiddling with the radio or even dialing on a cell p
While all
distractions impair a
driver to some degree, texting
while driving draws eyes away from the road for longer than fiddling with the radio or even dialing on a cell p
while driving draws eyes away from the road for longer than fiddling with the radio or even dialing on a cell phone.
Not only does he live by the adage of «love «em and leave «em», the playboy is also the perfect poster boy for
driver distraction when he tries to wrap a birthday gift
while racing to work.
Still, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,
driver distraction (code for texting
while driving) is the cause of 18 percent of all fatal crashes and 23 % of all car accidents, the latter of which equals roughly 1.5 million crashes every year.
In light of the study's findings on the extended
driver -
distraction effect, AAA President and CEO Marshall Doney urged
drivers to remain cautious
while using in - car and smartphone technologies, even in a traffic lull or some other temporary situation.
Lincoln says SYNC 3 is designed to minimize
distraction and allow
drivers to stay focused on the road
while making calls, sending and receiving messages, listening to music and getting directions with available navigation.
-- 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.
To reduce the potential for
driver distraction, maintenance alerts are presented only when the ignition is first turned on, not
while driving.
I recognize that this was done as a safety feature to prevent
distraction from
drivers trying to watch video
while driving, however, there could be safe guards in place to minimize this from happening, such as disabling HDMI controls from the steering wheel
while in drive, as well as lane - monitoring
while HDMI in drive is activated to alert the
driver if unexpected lane shifts are occurring, and in that case, a fail - safe could disable video until the car is in park again.
This cover flow interface works very well for selecting music
while creating minimal
distraction for the
driver.
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.
Several important elements inside the CT 200h transform the driving experience, making it easier and more relaxed
while also helping to enhance the
driver's attention to the road ahead and minimize
driver distraction.
To avoid
driver distraction, the display is not shown
while driving.
To reduce the potential for
driver distraction, maintenance alerts are presented on the MID only when the ignition is first turned on, not
while driving.
The combination of thumbpad controls and DII display in the
driver's forward line - of - sight helps to minimise
distractions for the
driver while underway.
The windscreen is now bigger and the bonnet lower, which improves vision for the
driver,
while a simple and minimalistic interior means there aren't too many
distractions either.
To help minimize
driver distraction, the text of the incoming message is not displayed on - screen
while the vehicle is moving.
Furthermore, multifunction buttons on the steering wheel operate the telephone and audio systems quickly, smoothly and without the slightest
distraction,
while two additional buttons may be programmed individually according to the
driver's personal preferences.
«justDrive for Jaguar Land Rover» integrates popular apps and services, services, such as Spotify, Twitter and Yelp, to give Jaguar and Land Rover
drivers an unprecedented level of integration with navigation, media, social interaction, voice search and information services
while minimizing
driver distraction.
While this might not be quite as safe as a proper crate, I believe that the
distraction caused to the
driver by a screaming puppy probably outweighs the advantages of the crate regarding safety.
While there are many factors that lead to
driver distraction, it doesn't make much sense to have built - in features of a car that require the
driver to look away from the road.
While there are many different forms of driver distraction, perhaps the most dangerous is texting while driving since it involves all three major forms of driver distrac
While there are many different forms of
driver distraction, perhaps the most dangerous is texting
while driving since it involves all three major forms of driver distrac
while driving since it involves all three major forms of
driver distraction.
While we believe no
driver should ever text behind the wheel, truck
drivers especially should avoid this dangerous
distraction.
For example, texting
while driving is a
distraction that may cause a
driver to run a red light, veer out of his or her lane or rear - end another
driver.
There are many causes of 18 - wheeler accidents, ranging from
driver distraction to accidents due to fatigue or accidents due to driving
while intoxicated (DWI).
Both organizations have been asking residents to sign a pledge to get
drivers to curb
distractions while driving.
Texting
while driving, using cell phones or electronic devices, eating, talking with passengers or other
distractions can divert the attention of the
driver from the road.
While many
distractions may seem minor to the
driver, they can actually end up causing catastrophic injuries, even resulting in death.
Driver distraction has become a major contributing factor in traffic collisions because of the wide use of electronic devices
while driving.
While the voice - activated systems did get rid of some
driver distractions, it is important to note that it did not completely eliminate
distractions.
There is no doubt that cell phones and texting
while driving are major
distractions to the average
driver and even though the ban won't completely fix the problem, it is a step in the right direction.
There are a number of
distractions that can affect
drivers behind the wheel, and each one affects them differently — reaching into the center console
while keeping your eyes on the road has a different effect than looking down at the radio to change the station.
While most people recognize that
distractions are dangerous for
drivers and cause thousands of fatal accidents every year,
drivers just aren't ready to hang up the phone.
Some
drivers see no issue with it
while other
drivers think it's a major
distraction.
If you want to be a safe
driver, limit
distractions while you're driving.
Girls are roughly 25 percent more likely to get distracted
while eating, drinking or reaching for something in the car than boys, but it is a common
distraction for all teen
drivers.
The best way for
drivers not to be involved in any of the mentioned
distractions is to educate themselves with driving school courses which will make them aware of the traffic laws and
driver behavior that they should possess to keep their safety and others
while they are behind the wheel.
The study determined that the most common
distraction for
drivers was using a cell phone
while driving, and the number of crashes
while dialing a number was roughly equivalent with the number of crashes
while the
driver was talking or listening.
The UMTRI / Toyota Teen
Driver Distraction Study, the largest scientific survey of its kind, also found that texting
while driving remains commonplace among teens, despite ongoing, nationwide efforts to educate
drivers on the significant risks associated with these behaviors.
Any sort of
driver distraction can have disastrous consequences, and studies have shown that those who text
while driving are 23 times more likely to crash or to get into a near - wreck than undistracted
drivers.
Distraction has found to be the main cause of road accidents and some states banned
drivers from using cell phones
while driving.
It's not a simple task to become completely free of
distractions while driving, but with the alarming consequences of distracted driving, more and more
drivers are starting to take action.
By limiting who can use their smartphone or handheld device
while driving, Michigan lawmakers are at least acknowledging that they recognize there is inherent danger for some
drivers who face
distractions behind the wheel.
In this course you will also learn to deal with
distractions or impairment
while driving as well as other distracted or impaired
drivers.
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety tested the
distraction levels of a number of hands - free solutions from auto - manufacturers that allow
drivers to compose messages, change the radio, and navigate complex menus with voice commands, and found that trying to chat with Siri
while driving is more distracting that composing a text.