The most distracted truck drivers are nearly 72% more likely to be involved in a “near collision” than other drivers, according to new data insights released July 22 by Omnitracs.
Gen Z respondents were more than twice as likely to acknowledge they turn too fast compared to older generations.
The AI-enabled capabilities trigger notifications and real-time alerts for pedestrian collision, speeding over the posted limit, progressive fatigue and drowsiness, and intersection violations.
When motorists felt more comfortable, they were more likely to use their phones.
The results are disturbing — many more drivers admitted to engaging in potentially distracting behavior while driving in 2020 than in past years.
More than 25% of all traffic deaths are due to alcohol-impaired drivers and 300,000 people are injured every year in alcohol-related crashes.
Observed driver use of handheld cell phones dropped by 33% following increased enforcement and consumer awareness.
The dramatic jump over 2020 figure underscores the seriousness of a leading traffic safety threat.
In the era of COVID-19, constant dependence on devices for connection has extended to our cars.
The results should frighten any driver to keep the eyes off the smartphone and on the road.
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