Digital lifefromNew York Post2 days agoGen Z drivers most likely to get into heated arguments in the car, most likely to use phones while drivingGen Z's distracted driving habits reveal a troubling trend despite tech-savvy behavior.
BicyclingfromTheoldguybicycleblog3 weeks agoThe Biggest Threat to Long Distance Cyclists: The Rise of the Distracted DriverDistracted driving is the biggest threat to long-distance cyclists due to increased smartphone usage.
fromBusiness Matters6 months agoBicycling12 Steps to Improve Road Safety in Your AreaImproving road safety requires collaboration among individuals, organizations, and governments, focusing on practical steps to reduce accidents.
fromwww.cbc.ca2 months agoTorontoDistracted driving to blame for 82 highway deaths in Ontario in 2024, OPP says | CBC NewsDistracted driving accounted for 82 deaths in Ontario in 2023, a significant increase from previous years.
fromwww.independent.co.uk4 months agoUK newsBus driver reading piece of paper behind the wheel jailed over fatal collisionA bus driver's brief distraction led to a fatal accident, emphasizing the dangers of multitasking while driving.
fromwww.theboltonnews.co.uk10 months agoMiscellaneousNew 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehiclesThe UK is introducing advanced ultra speed cameras to enhance road safety and tackle distracted driving.
BicyclingfromTheoldguybicycleblog3 weeks agoThe Biggest Threat to Long Distance Cyclists: The Rise of the Distracted DriverDistracted driving is the biggest threat to long-distance cyclists due to increased smartphone usage.
fromBusiness Matters6 months agoBicycling12 Steps to Improve Road Safety in Your AreaImproving road safety requires collaboration among individuals, organizations, and governments, focusing on practical steps to reduce accidents.
fromwww.cbc.ca2 months agoTorontoDistracted driving to blame for 82 highway deaths in Ontario in 2024, OPP says | CBC NewsDistracted driving accounted for 82 deaths in Ontario in 2023, a significant increase from previous years.
fromwww.independent.co.uk4 months agoUK newsBus driver reading piece of paper behind the wheel jailed over fatal collisionA bus driver's brief distraction led to a fatal accident, emphasizing the dangers of multitasking while driving.
fromwww.theboltonnews.co.uk10 months agoMiscellaneousNew 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehiclesThe UK is introducing advanced ultra speed cameras to enhance road safety and tackle distracted driving.
fromNew York Post3 weeks agoCarsOhio driver dropped his doughnut - and caused devastating 3-car crash that flattened 1 vehicleA distracted driver in Ohio caused a serious crash by dropping a doughnut while reaching for coffee.
fromPadailypost7 months agoLos AngelesDriver surrenders in fatal bike crash in Los Altos HillsA 64-year-old man, Mesfin Mekonnen, was arrested for allegedly killing a bicyclist due to distracted driving.
fromNew York Post3 weeks agoCarsOhio driver dropped his doughnut - and caused devastating 3-car crash that flattened 1 vehicleA distracted driver in Ohio caused a serious crash by dropping a doughnut while reaching for coffee.
fromPadailypost7 months agoLos AngelesDriver surrenders in fatal bike crash in Los Altos HillsA 64-year-old man, Mesfin Mekonnen, was arrested for allegedly killing a bicyclist due to distracted driving.
CarsfromNew York Post2 months agoFedEx driver was looking at phone before fatal crash that killed ex-NY track star and 2 kids: reportThe FedEx driver allegedly distracted by his phone before colliding with another vehicle, resulting in the deaths of three people.
fromStreetsblog2 months agoSan FranciscoFriday Video: This British Cyclist Has Gotten Thousands of Motorists Fined For Dangerous Driving - Streetsblog USAU.S. drivers are significantly more distracted than U.K. drivers, raising questions about public accountability for road safety.
MiscellaneousfromArs Technica3 months agoGirl strangled by her own wheelchair as bus monitor texted, checked InstagramDistracted driving, particularly involving cell phones, leads to tragic fatalities and legal consequences, underscoring the need for vigilance while operating vehicles.
CarsfromInsideEVs5 months agoTesla Tops Fatal Accident Rates In New StudyTesla models, particularly the Model Y, are associated with high occupant fatality rates despite top safety ratings.
fromArs Technica7 months agoCarsDriver assists become de facto autopilots as drivers multitask, study findsPartially automated driving systems reduce driver attention and increase multitasking, leading to less safe road conditions.
fromThe US Sun9 months agoCarsMoment 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.com10 months agoUS newsFetterman Has History of Driving Infractions, Records and Former Aides SaySenator John Fetterman was involved in a car accident due to distracted driving, highlighting a pattern of risky behavior.