
The estimate from the National Safety Council includes crashes involving drivers who were texting or talking on handheld or hands-free cell phones.
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A reported 70 percent of drivers use their smartphones while behind the wheel, according to a new study from AT&T.
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Scheduled for April 21, the online training event will include a discussion about liability risks and how to implement a best-practice policy for fleet drivers.
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A research project, conducted from 2011-2013 in six major Texas cities, also found that drivers under 25 and drivers traveling without passengers were at a greater risk for cell phone use.
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New state laws taking effect this month address a range of subjects -- from drugged driving to license renewal requirements for drivers over the age of 75.
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State Farm's sixth annual distracted driving survey reveals when cell phone-using drivers are more likely, and less likely, to use their phones behind the wheel.
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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Virginia Tech released new research examining crash risks associated with driver cell phone use and the relationship to other distracting behaviors. Some study conclusions have generated controversy.
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The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety teams with University of Utah psychology researchers to measure driver distraction levels associated with giving voice commands to control electronics and update social media.
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One of the best ways to educate motorists about distracted driving is to let them hear the personal stories of those who have been most affected by the problem. These two videos include such personal stories as well as advice on how to prevent distracted driving.
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Using online simulation, the course provides targeted training that addresses distracted driving awareness and safe driving techniques for fleet drivers.
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