Watching Out on the Road: Palmdale Drivers Should be Aware of These Top 5 Causes of Distracted Driving
There is no doubt that one could say that there is nearly an epidemic of distracted driving in Palmdale and throughout many areas of California and the United States. Indeed, distracted driving kills numerous Palmdale drivers, passengers, and residents every year, and the pace of distracted driving accidents just does not seem to be letting up anytime soon. While many Palmdale drivers and residents may be aware of some of the most common causes of distracted driving – of course, in our modern world the first thing that likely comes to mind is the cell phone – Palmdale drivers and residents may not know of all of the top causes that lead people to focus on things other than Palmdale roads while driving. Accordingly, to help Palmdale drivers and residents stay safer on Palmdale roads while they are driving and traversing the area, we discuss five top causes of distracted driving here.
#1. Daydreaming
According to Fox News, approximately 3,000 deaths are caused by distracted driving in the United States each year. The first top cause of distracted driving identified by Fox News’ team may be somewhat surprising, as it is daydreaming. According to Fox, daydreaming is one of the “most frequent” driving distractions, and drivers who drive long distances may be at greater risk for daydreaming while driving. Daydreaming can, ultimately, lead to a lapse in attention, which is dangerous while driving on the road.
#2. Cell Phones
Of course, cell phones are a serious risk when it comes to distracted driving, which is confirmed by Fox’s experts. There is really no way to safely use a cell phone while driving, as all cell phone activities require a driver to shift their focus from the road to the phone. Fox’s experts advise setting the phone to “Do Not Disturb” while driving.
#3. Distractions Outside of the Vehicle
Looking outside at something for too long, such as a billboard or another car, is extremely dangerous, according to the experts at Fox. Accordingly, the Fox experts advise that drivers should practice mindfulness while driving, to avoid becoming distracted and losing attention to driving.
#4. Substance Abuse and Fatigue
Both sleep deprivation and the use of substances can alter the way we think and make us drowsy or “foggy” in our thinking. It should go without saying that drunk and intoxicated driving is extremely dangerous, but numerous drunk driving car accidents still happen every year.
#5. Reaching for Objects
Another dangerous driving distraction is the driver reaching for objects that are hard to reach in the car. Although reaching for something may be a natural impulse, the time it takes to grab something, even if only seconds, can cause a distracted driving accident.
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Source:
foxnews.com/lifestyle/driving-dangers-top-distractions-contribute-accidents-according-experts
