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Digital life
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Gen Z drivers most likely to get into heated arguments in the car, most likely to use phones while driving

Gen Z's distracted driving habits reveal a troubling trend despite tech-savvy behavior.
#road-safety
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 weeks ago

The Biggest Threat to Long Distance Cyclists: The Rise of the Distracted Driver

Distracted driving is the biggest threat to long-distance cyclists due to increased smartphone usage.
fromBusiness Matters
6 months ago
Bicycling

12 Steps to Improve Road Safety in Your Area

Improving road safety requires collaboration among individuals, organizations, and governments, focusing on practical steps to reduce accidents.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

Distracted driving to blame for 82 highway deaths in Ontario in 2024, OPP says | CBC News

Distracted driving accounted for 82 deaths in Ontario in 2023, a significant increase from previous years.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Bus driver reading piece of paper behind the wheel jailed over fatal collision

A bus driver's brief distraction led to a fatal accident, emphasizing the dangers of multitasking while driving.
fromwww.theboltonnews.co.uk
10 months ago
Miscellaneous

New 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehicles

The UK is introducing advanced ultra speed cameras to enhance road safety and tackle distracted driving.
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 weeks ago

The Biggest Threat to Long Distance Cyclists: The Rise of the Distracted Driver

Distracted driving is the biggest threat to long-distance cyclists due to increased smartphone usage.
fromBusiness Matters
6 months ago
Bicycling

12 Steps to Improve Road Safety in Your Area

Improving road safety requires collaboration among individuals, organizations, and governments, focusing on practical steps to reduce accidents.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

Distracted driving to blame for 82 highway deaths in Ontario in 2024, OPP says | CBC News

Distracted driving accounted for 82 deaths in Ontario in 2023, a significant increase from previous years.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Bus driver reading piece of paper behind the wheel jailed over fatal collision

A bus driver's brief distraction led to a fatal accident, emphasizing the dangers of multitasking while driving.
fromwww.theboltonnews.co.uk
10 months ago
Miscellaneous

New 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehicles

The UK is introducing advanced ultra speed cameras to enhance road safety and tackle distracted driving.
more#road-safety
#traffic-accident
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Cars

Ohio driver dropped his doughnut - and caused devastating 3-car crash that flattened 1 vehicle

A distracted driver in Ohio caused a serious crash by dropping a doughnut while reaching for coffee.
fromPadailypost
7 months ago
Los Angeles

Driver surrenders in fatal bike crash in Los Altos Hills

A 64-year-old man, Mesfin Mekonnen, was arrested for allegedly killing a bicyclist due to distracted driving.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Cars

Ohio driver dropped his doughnut - and caused devastating 3-car crash that flattened 1 vehicle

A distracted driver in Ohio caused a serious crash by dropping a doughnut while reaching for coffee.
fromPadailypost
7 months ago
Los Angeles

Driver surrenders in fatal bike crash in Los Altos Hills

A 64-year-old man, Mesfin Mekonnen, was arrested for allegedly killing a bicyclist due to distracted driving.
more#traffic-accident
Cars
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

FedEx driver was looking at phone before fatal crash that killed ex-NY track star and 2 kids: report

The FedEx driver allegedly distracted by his phone before colliding with another vehicle, resulting in the deaths of three people.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
San Francisco

Friday Video: This British Cyclist Has Gotten Thousands of Motorists Fined For Dangerous Driving - Streetsblog USA

U.S. drivers are significantly more distracted than U.K. drivers, raising questions about public accountability for road safety.
Miscellaneous
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Girl strangled by her own wheelchair as bus monitor texted, checked Instagram

Distracted driving, particularly involving cell phones, leads to tragic fatalities and legal consequences, underscoring the need for vigilance while operating vehicles.
Cars
fromInsideEVs
5 months ago

Tesla Tops Fatal Accident Rates In New Study

Tesla models, particularly the Model Y, are associated with high occupant fatality rates despite top safety ratings.
fromArs Technica
7 months ago
Cars

Driver assists become de facto autopilots as drivers multitask, study finds

Partially automated driving systems reduce driver attention and increase multitasking, leading to less safe road conditions.
fromThe US Sun
9 months ago
Cars

Moment driver zooms backward down busy highway as onlookers are 'speechless'

Drivers filmed a sedan driving in reverse on busy New York City highways, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving.
fromwww.nytimes.com
10 months ago
US news

Fetterman Has History of Driving Infractions, Records and Former Aides Say

Senator John Fetterman was involved in a car accident due to distracted driving, highlighting a pattern of risky behavior.
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