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WASHINGTON, D.C. --- A new nonprofit group, called FocusDriven and sponsored in part by the U.S. Department of Transportation, has formed to discourage people from using cell phones and texting devices while driving.
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This article features six apps that can curb distracted driving by disabling app and mobile device functionality or by providing hands-free functionality of various types.
Read More →A bill that would impose stiffer penalties on Illinois motorists who text while driving has passed the state Senate on a 50-2 vote and has reached Gov. Bruce Rauner, reports the Chicago Tribune.
Read More →Texting is the latest form of driver distraction and it is becoming more prevalent. Dubbed “driving while texting” or DWT, it is the tapping out of messages using the keypad of a cell phone, PDA, or BlackBerry while behind the wheel of a moving vehicle.
Read More →A new report from Progressive explores how certain in-vehicle technology can affect drivers’ focus — either mentally or physically — and therefore, roadway safety.
Read More →A new distracted driving survey from State Farm indicates that drivers continue to text, make calls, use apps, and even shoot videos while behind the wheel.
Read More →April is National Distracted Driving Awareness month, so Omnitracs came up with suggestions for fleet managers to help drivers stay focused on driving:
Read More →Winning video productions must creatively demonstrate how and why behind-the-wheel use of wireless electronic devices still distracts drivers and poses a serious safety risk.
Read More →PRINCETON, NJ - This week is "Drive Safely Work Week" -- an annual campaign presented by the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) and supported by NAFA Fleet Management Association.
Read More →Zutobi, an online driver education resource, looked at the latest numbers to identify which states had the greatest distracted driving issues. New Mexico reported the highest number of distracted driving deaths -- 12.52 deaths for every 100,000 drivers.
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