Driving distracted
Distracted driving is now a big problem across Canada. They even say it's as dangerous as drunk driving
Indeed, motorists' reaction time and judgment are similarly affected. Although texting is the main offense, other distractions, such as smoking, eating, watching GPS or videos, putting on makeup, being tired and even listening to loud music can lead to easily preventable accidents. .
Revealing statistics, worrying portrait
According to a 2016 report in the National Post1, reporting the results of a survey of police officers and members of distracted driving groups, 76% of respondents say that distraction now kills more people than driving. 'alcohol. In Canada, fines for distracted driving range from $ 80 to $ 1,200 and give offending drivers between 3 and 5 demerit points. Still, it turns out they don't seem to get the message.
Penalties associated with distracted driving in the provinces and territories of Canada
Did you know?
3 in 4 Canadians admit to being distracted while driving2.
Cell phones, including hands-free phones, are the number one cause of distracted driving and are now responsible for about 26% of all car crashes3.
Drivers who use a hands-free phone are less aware of their surroundings and react more slowly.
According to the CAA, motorists who text while driving are 23 times more likely to be involved in an accident than those who focus exclusively on their driving.
Someone who talks on the phone while driving is as impaired as someone with a blood alcohol level of 0.08% 5.
There are an estimated 4 million traffic accidents caused by distracted driving each year in North America alone6.
If you are caught talking or texting while driving, you will not only be fined quite a bit, but also demerit points. And that's not all: your insurance premium could increase dramatically! Plus, if your distracted driving causes an accident, expect your premium to increase even more.
Auto accidents are on the rise. Many of them are attributable to distracted driving and therefore very preventable.
Tips for preventing distracted driving:
Talk About It: Tell those around you what you know about the dangers of distracted driving. If you are a passenger of a distracted driver, don't hesitate to let them know.
Don't Trust Your GPS: Plan your route and know how long it will take you to get to your destination. Program your GPS before leaving and activate the voice function.
Put your cell phone away: Reduce temptation by keeping it out of your sight and turn off the ringer.
Limit distractions from passengers: When driving, keep your eyes on the road and limit your conversations with your passengers.
Avoid doing more than one thing at a time: Doing something else while driving can distract you. Eat your lunch, brush your hair, and do whatever it takes to get ready before you leave home.
Turn down the volume: Music should never drown out the sound of a siren or horn.
Store Items In Your Car Properly: Store items like purses or backpacks in the trunk or behind your bench to prevent them from spinning all over the place if you ever have to brake suddenly.
Don't drive while tired: Get enough sleep before you leave. If you have a long journey to do, change drivers after a few hours. Drive during the day, if possible. Avoid driving if you are taking any medications that make you drowsy.
Report distracted drivers: If you see someone zigzagging or driving strangely, pull over and call 911.
The game is not worth the candle
Why engage in risky behavior that can lead to fines, injury or death? Be aware of the risks, educate yourself and do the same with those around you, and take the necessary steps to eliminate distracted driving once and for all.
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Driving distracted
Distracted driving is now a big problem across Canada. It is even said to be as dangerous as impaired driving.
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