Driving while Texting

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March 5, 2019 : 10 Perseverance

The effects of driving while tex ting Does text messaging while about it this way. driving have a big influence on driving abilities? I think most people would agree that texting definitely does not help us drive any better.

But, by consistently texting while at the wheel, many individuals act as if text messaging has a small negative effect on driving skill.

People seem to think that using a phone while it charges will have a negative impact on the quality of charge the battery gets. But unless you're using a lowquality knock-off charger, this is not remotely true.

Your battery will charge as expected whether or not you use the device. Think Why do they still use phone while driving even though they already know that it’s dangerous?

Those who still use their cellphone while driving are the hardheaded and irresponsible drivers. It may due to poor attitude or lack or education/attendance of drivers’ seminar. In addition

How can driving while texting affect the community?

Texting while driving is dangerous to the community because it impairs the drivers’ reflexes and reaction time to avoid hitting the vehicles and especially pedestrians.

In an effort to combat the dangers of text messaging while driving, numerous US states have outlawed the practice. It is likely that states that have not yet banned texting while driving may do so in the near future. to voice calling, activities such as texting while driving, web browsing, playing video games, or phone use in general can also increase the risk of a crash. In the United States, automobile crashes due to distracted driving are increasing.

The leading cause to distracted driving is cell phones. The leading cause

Opponents of text banning say that under some circumstances texting is safe and helpful. An example of safe texting would include being stuck in traffic and sending a text to say you’re going to be late for a scheduled appointment.

Results from scientific research have validated the notion that text messaging while driving is dangerous. If that text message just can’t wait, do yourself and others on the road a favor and park the car before texting.

to distracted driving is cellphones. Drivers ignore the warnings and continue using their phone with a simple reason. They’re just not convinced that it’s all dangerous.

Hundreds of research studies have been conducted around the world, and they

all agree.that use of mobile phones while driving is dangerous .

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Driving Rules & Regulations ~ Stay focus. ~ Never use phone while driving so you’ll not get distracted ~ Always use your seatbelt ~ Be aware of pedestrians ~ KEEP LEFT to allow the traffic to pass on a two-lane .

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RESEARCH

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Who are most likely to text or call whil e driving?

Busy people cannot make their busyness as an excuse for texting and driving because they can always pull over to the side of the road so as not to endanger people’s lives and properties.

and The Ohio State University, crunched data from 35 states in the CDC’s Youth Risk Behavior Survey.

Cell phone use is estimated to be in-

volved in 26% of all motor vehicle crashes, according to the National Safety Council.

Most teenagers don’t remember a world without smartphones. They’ve grown up with warnings about the dangers of smartphones and may have taken those lessons to heart.

Nearly 40% of teenage drivers age 14 years and older texted while driving at least once in the month prior, but that alarming figure is lower than several estimates for all adults, according to a new study led by the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The study, conducted with researchers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

What is the best rule to implement in this kind of situation?

The best rule is to penalize with a considerable amount maybe coupled with imprisonment of a day or two to discourage violators of the anti texting & driving law.

In terms of the physical makeup of cars, there's probably never been a safer time to be on the road. From blind spot warning systems to brake assist, advanced features such as these are all

designed to help you steer clear of danger and avoid an oncoming crash.

But one thing that even the best technology in the world can't change is behavior, as the choices drivers make behind the wheel are the leading reason for why accidents happen as frequently as they do.

Every year, more than 32,700 people

What are the negative effects of cars?

Cars have become the heart and soul of transportation since their invention

by Henry Ford. People are influenced by their style and performance as they wade through the streets and on the highways at top speeds. In short, they have become the part and parcels of the life however like any product they too have their shortcoming. So, let’s find out their positive and negative effects

on people.

Cars are epitomes of comfort with plush seats and climate control. With the arrival of the automatic transmission, driving the car has become easier for the people.

die in traffic crashes, according to the most recent statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

While that's down close to 25% from a decade ago, even one life lost on the road is one too many. Based on estimates from the National Safety Council, the average person has a 1 in 113 chance of dying in a motor vehicle crash.

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EFFECTS OF DRIVING WHILE TEXTING

negative effects of cars: which is responsible for the supPollution: Excessive cars on the road are benzene pression of the immunity system and leukecausing pollution because they emit harmful gases such as carbon-di-oxide that cause global warming. According to experts, the pollution level is increasing at an alarming rate causing health problems to the people.

The majority of them suffer from chronic bronchitis and lung infection. Pollutants from the vehicle are deposited in the soil, enter the food chain and affect different systems of the human body.

Lead from the vehicular smoke inhibits the production of red blood cells in the body causing lack of oxygen and anemia. Due to constant exposure, people are infected with chronic diseases such as blood cancer as pollutant obstructs the functions of the body metabolism.

One of the pollutants released from the burning of the fuel inside the exhaust is

mia.

Congestion: Production of cars has increased resulting in traffic jams in the city.

Easy availability of loans has allowed people to buy more than one automobile for their family. Since the construction of roads has not kept pace with the number of vehicles sold, it has lead to congestion on the road. Major cities in the country are suffering from transport related problems.

pedestrians or kill other drivers in a hit and run accidents.

Conclusion: In spite of the negative effects, cars are the necessary evil for the mankind. The advent of technology has compelled scientists to design vehicles that would be running on clean and pollution less fuel in the future. Hybrid cars that are under production symbolize the philosophy of energy conservation and respect for the environment.

Accidents: The increase in a number of vehicles on the road is responsible for the higher rate of accidents. People love speed and have scant regard for the traffic rules resulting in car crashes. It leads to loss of life and property. Cars often mow down the

WE MUST DRIVE SAFELY and keep the roads as a safe place to be.

Some days, nothing beats a really good drive.

Being responsible while driving a motor vehicle is very important.. Laws dealing with speed limits, distracted driving and driving under the influence are meant to help protect citizens

On the road, you’ll need to use signals to let other road users know what you’re planning to do. It’s important that you understand the signals both so you know how to use them and so you know what to do when you see someone else using them.

You must use signals to tell other road users when you’re changing course or direction, stopping or moving off.

However, you won’t always need to use signals: if there are no other road

users around you, it’s not essential to signal when you’re turning or using a roundabout. If you’re not sure whether you need to signal, it’s best to give a signal just in case.

Your position on the road will also help road users to understand what you’re doing: move to the correct position on the road in good time, eg moving towards the centre of the road if you’re going to turn right,

How many accidents are caused by texting and driving in 2018?

According to the National Safety Council, cell phone use while driving leads to 1.6 million crashes annually. Texting while driving is 6 times more likely to cause an accident than driving under the influence of alcohol is. 1 out of every 4 traffic crashes that occur in the U.S. are caused by cell phone usage.

Glossary Automobile

a road vehicle, typically with four wheels, powered by an internal combustion engine or electric motor and able to carry a small number of people.

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the weather conditions prevailing in an area in general or over a long period.

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the state of being congested.

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unable to concentrate because one's mind is preoccupied.

Essential absolutely necessary; extremely important.

Epitome

a person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type.

Invention the action of inventing something, typically a process or device.

Immunity the ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells.

Pollutants

a substance that pollutes something, especially water or the atmosphere.

Parcels a thing or collection of things wrapped in paper in order to be carried or sent by mail.

Transportation

the action of transporting someone or something or the process of being transported.

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check or prove the validity or accuracy of (something).

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