Did You Know?
- In 2011, over 23% of auto collisions involved cell phones? That's over 1.3 million crashes.
- Text messaging makes a crash up to 23x more likely.
- 13% of drivers 18-20 involved in car wrecks admitted to talking or texting on their mobile device at the time of the crash.
- Teens who text while driving spend approximately 10% of their driving time outside the lane.
- Forty percent of all American teens say they have been in a car when the driver used a cell phone in a way that put people in danger.
- Sending or receiving a text takes a driver's eyes from the road for an average of 4.6 seconds, the equivalent-at 55 mph-of driving the length of an entire football field, blind.
What Can You Do?
- Give Clear Instructions - Give teen drivers simple, clear instructions not to use their wireless devices while driving.
- Lead by Example - Children learn from their parent’s behavior. Be an example for your children and if you need to text or talk on the phone, pull over to a safe place.
- Become Informed and Be Active - Set rules for yourself and your household regarding distracted driving. Tell family, friends and organizations to which you belong about the importance of driving without distractions.
- Take the Pledge - Encourage your family, friends, co-workers, and community to take the pledge against texting and driving.
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