Distracted driving on the rise despite awareness

Distracted driving on the rise despite awareness

A new survey found a disconnect between what drivers know and how they behave behind the wheel. While most drivers acknowledge the importance of safe driving, many continue to engage in risky habits — especially those involving smartphones, according to the survey from U.S.-based financial services firm Nationwide. According to the survey, 92 per cent of respondents believe drivers are looking at their phones more often than they were a year ago…

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