Everyone knows getting behind the wheel after drinking is a bad idea. However, you might not realize that other activities like eating, talking on the phone and putting on makeup while driving are just as dangerous. Because of the time commitment involved in driving,...
Distracted Driving
Keep calm: The dangers of road rage
Driving around crowded streets or through traffic can be annoying, but encountering a slow or aggressive driver makes it worse. Getting back at another driver for cutting you off or not knowing where they are going can be tempting. However, letting your emotions get...
The obvious and underlying consequences of distracted driving
Given the amount of attention distracted driving receives, many Georgia drivers are undoubtedly aware of the risks involved. The most referenced problems during distracted driving awareness campaigns are auto accidents, injuries and fatalities. As worrisome as these...
Distracted driving tips for Georgia drivers
Georgia drivers probably all know the dangers of texting and driving. It’s the most common form of distracted driving and causes numerous accidents year after year. Drivers might not text and drive, but they can still get distracted. This is the reason that distracted...
Why is distracted driving so dangerous?
One of the biggest problems leading to Georgia car accidents is distracted driving. Even focusing on another task for a few seconds can be deadly. Different types of distracted driving Depending on the activity a driver engages in, different types of distracted...
Teens and distracting driving risks
A few points are worth mentioning when discussing instances of distracted driving among Georgia travelers. Namely, this type of behavior can affect everyone, and a lengthy distraction is not required to cause an accident. Even a brief one could contribute to a...
The dangers of eating while driving
Driving while distracted may significantly increase your risk of getting into an accident while traveling in Georgia and around the country. Eating while driving is generally considered to be a form of distracted driving, which means that it may be best to eat before...
Cell phones cause distractions
When cell phones first arrived on the consumer market, few likely realized how many car accidents would result from talking or texting while driving. States like Georgia eventually passed laws authorizing law enforcement to issue traffic citations for texting or...
What are some facts and statistics on distracted driving?
Distracted driving is one of the biggest problems plaguing the roads in Georgia and beyond. It’s one of the leading causes of car accidents and serious injuries. These are some facts and statistics on distracted driving. Fatalities from distracted driving According to...
Common causes of distracted driving
Distracted drivers in Georgia are a danger to themselves, other motorists, passengers, bikers and pedestrians. Just about anyone can fall victim to one. Here are some common causes of this hazardous activity. Using a cell phone while driving There are hands-free...