In 2010 Illinois, along with 18 other states, finally put into effect a law banning texting while driving. Some states ban handheld cell phone use or ban cell phone altogether. A comprehensive list (up-to-date for 2010) of the cell phone driving laws helps to sort through the laws.
If you’re driving, though, limiting ALL distractions is just safe practice, isn’t it?
Yet Intel and Google are helping distract drivers even more with new dashboard screens designed to surf the net, watch videos and view 3-D maps – all from the comfort and convenience (and distracting position) of the driver’s seat! Read the NY Times article – Driven to Distraction – for the full story.
I rather enjoy my bike commute and feel no need for distraction from the task at hand. Too bad motorists don’t feel the same way. My question is: How much more distracted can drivers get?
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