House bill 41 would make it illegal for anyone to use a cell phone while driving unless they were using a handsfree device, like bluetooth. The use of mobile telephones by the drivers of motor vehicles has been the subject of certain state and local restrictions that were written because of concerns for driver safety. While driving, this often results in crashes due to delayed braking times and not seeing traffic signals. Menners manners for motorists of the 21st century reveals the dangers of distracted and cell phone driving and creates awareness to the.
In the united states, as well as worldwide, there has been substantial growth in the use of mobile wireless telecommunication services mobile telephones. An overwhelming majority of americans support the idea of laws that restrict the use of cellular phones while driving. It is inevitable to go to a place and not see at least five people out of a crowd holding their cell phones looking up something from the internet or texting someone. Efforts to ban cell phone use while driving are misguided andrew ferguson texting while driving is as dangerous as drunk driving stephanie hanes. Mobile phone use while driving is common but it is widely considered dangerous due to its. There has been an increased reliance on cell phones. We test and rate hundreds of mobile phones each year. Improving safety through cell phones and driving education. Making sensible family rules around cell phones and driving is a way to love yourself, your marriage, your children, and the world well. Whether youre looking for apple, android, or even a simple feature phone, these are our top picks for a variety of.
Introduction there has been increased reliance on the cell phones while driving and the issue has been debated over for a long time. In 2015, six hundred and sixty thousand drivers in the united states were estimated to use cell phones each day, while driving behind the wheel during daylight hours. There are two bills before the kentucky legislature that would prohibit drivers from using handheld cell phones while operating their vehicles. California driver handbook master table of contents. In fact, it may do the opposite by making people feel complacent. Cell phones and driving at issue paperback december 10, 2010. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. I will never even consider texting while driving again and will keep my phone out of sight. Pdf cell phone conversation while driving researchgate. Cell phones and driving by stefan kiesbye, paperback.
Thousands have died in crashes involving cell phone use. In all cases, drivers who cause incidents or who are driving unsafely while using a cell phone or device can be charged with offences such as dangerous driving, careless driving, and criminal negligence causing death or injury. Driving using cellular telephones and other devices. When youre driving a car, your eyes are in constant motionscanning the road for signs, pedestrians, and potential hazards. Using a cell phone while driving has numerous disadvantages beyond legal ramifications, including serious safety considerations. Some states have banned cell phone use while driving unless you are using a handsfree device, and other states are following suit. For additional information about cell phone safety and legislation, check. Cell phones while driving in todays society, most people rely on their cell phone to do just about anything. All drivers, regardless of age or experience, are banned from texting while driving. Before i dive into this, here are some facts about cell phone use that you might find interesting. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
When it comes to more complicated multitasking like driving and talking on a cell phone there. Cell phone policy for cdl drivers explained cdl training. It only takes one moment of distraction to cause an accident and serious harm to yourself and othersif youre talking or texting, your eyes and mind arent on the road. While handsfree devices may help to a certain extent, it does not solve the problem.
Cell phone distracted driving national safety council. Although concerned citizens and policymakers are pursuing many avenues to reduce incidents of distracted driving, the most effective solution is to better educate drivers about the. Cell phones should be banned while driving 1067 words 5 pages. Authors present differing viewpoints on how the issue of cell phones and driving has been handled by lawmakers and others and on how it should be dealt with in the future. If you must use your cell phone while driving, here are a few cell phone safety tips to follow. Book awards book club selections books by author books by series coming soon kids books new releases teens books this months biggest new releases. Listening to the radio or books on tape did not impair driving performance, suggesting that listening per. Driving and cell phone conversations both require a great deal of thought.
Cell phones and driving by roman espejo, paperback. The difference between talking on your cell phone while driving and speaking with a passenger is huge. This means law enforcement does not need a different infraction. A cell phone can be an extremely valuable tool to have available when driving. The dangers of driving while distracted consumer reports. Alexander lucas cell phone regulation while driving most people now days own a cell phone.
Passive cell phone use is keeping your phone on while driving. Everywhere around them, cell phones ring and emails chime and they just want a little quiet. There are a lot of things that a commercial vehicle driver can do that will get you in trouble but using your cell phone to talk or text while driving is one of the most obvious. For example, its nearly impossible to read a book and have a phone conversation. The person on the other end of the cell phone is chattering away, oblivious. The association between the use of cell phones while driving and crash culpability was examined.
This has led to an increase in the number and frequency of people using their phones while driving magnifying dangers on the road. Pdf cellphones, distracted driving, bans, and fatalities. Drivers younger than 18 years old are banned from cell phone use as well. The at issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single c. As of 2010, 14 states have banned the use of cell phones while driving. Unfortunately, both practices are quite dangerous, especially for young and inexperienced drivers. Fines, penalties, even the disqualification of your cdl could be the result of driving while using a mobile phone source. Kentucky lawmakers considering restricting cell phone use.
Essay on cell phone use should be banned while driving. Overall, cell phone use was associated with culpable crash risk. Cell phone use while driving is a form of distracted driving that is shown to be. There are various laws in various countries regarding the use of cell phones while driving.
Today, drivers increasingly use their cell phones in the car. Pdf version of the california driver handbook message new 2020 laws. Cell phone use while driving has become a leading cause of vehicle crashes over the last two decades. Talking on a cell phone may be less distracting than some other activities people may engage in while driving, froetscher admits, but she points out that the use of cell phones and texting devices. Public favors ban on use of cellular phones while driving. Almost everyone has seen a driver distracted by a cell phone, but when you are the one distracted, you often dont realize that driver is you. Dmv information where to write general information. When doing them at the same time, your brain is unable to do either well. Cell phones are among many driver distractions that lead to crashes, but not a leading cause of driver distraction. Cell phones have opened up many opportunities for communication. A majority of americans also say using a cell phone while driving is very dangerous, and another 36% believe that it is somewhat dangerous. Cell phone regulation while driving freebooksummary. Cell is a 2006 apocalyptic horror novel by american author stephen king.
The effect of manualvisual distractions on driving performance is negative and of greater impact than just visual distraction 17,18,19. This association was consistent for male drivers, for drivers aged between 26 and 65 years, for injury and noninjury crashes, for nonimpaired drivers and for drivers with a full licence. And the percentage of distracteddrivingrelated crashes resulting in injuries that were linked to cell phones increased to 8 percent 21,000 in 2015 from 6 percent 15,000 in 2011. The disadvantages of cell phones while driving it still runs.
Calling 911 in an emergency is generally allowed, but do so from a safe area. The drivers uses the cell phones to make and receive calls, send emails and text messages. The leading cause of distracted driving is cell phones. Driving and using cell phones cell phones and other handheld electronic devices play a central role in our society. Cellphones, distracted driving, bans, and fatalities. In this article the authors provide a comprehensive overview of the current scientific knowledge on the effects of cellphone conversation on drivers. In a world of mixers and pub crawls, they prefer to stay home with a book.
Visual distractions happen when drivers take their eyes off the road to dial, text, or read. Deaths from distracted driving is at an alltime high and believed to be caused mostly by cell phone usage, as a result cell phone use should be banned while driving, only a few disagree, mostly those in the cell phone industry. Using a cell phone for texting or talking while operating a commercial vehicle is illegal. Effect of using mobile phones on drivers control behavior based. Cell phones and driving driving requires your full attention and focus. Many distractions exist while driving, but cell phones are a top distraction because so many drivers use them for long periods of time each day. Presents articles both supporting and opposing issues related to cell phones and driving, discussing such topics as texting while driving, handsfree technology, and distracting children. While we recommend that you avoid talking on the phone while driving, we recognize it may be unavoidable at times. Georgia drivers under 18 with a learners permit are completely banned from using wireless devices while driving. Cell phones and driving just dont seem to mix well, despite our efforts to make it safer. Over half of americans who have cell phones say that at least once a week they use them while driving, and.
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