In a society where multitasking is the norm, it is no surprise that drivers attempt to navigate the roadways while performing other tasks. However, although multitasking may be considered a beneficial strategy at home or at work, the outcomes of distracted behavior on the roads have proven to be disastrous. According to an article published last month by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 9 people are killed and over 1,060 are injured every day due to distracted driving.1
Any distraction that draws a driver’s attention away from the actual task of driving is dangerous. Even seemingly benign activities such as changing the radio station, eating, or talking to a passenger greatly affect safety since they require a diversion of visual, manual, or cognitive attention.
