In the past we’ve discussed distracted driving, in the context
of texting bans and the use of iPads in cars. And, I think we
can all agree that in an ideal world, when driving, people
should focus only on the road. This proposition makes sense,
both for purposes of our own safety and the safety of others.
Unfortunately, the reality of the situation isn’t that simple.
People drive while distracted all the time, and have been doing
so since the advent of cars. For example, as discussed in this
Huffington Post article, driving with kids in the car can be far
more distracting than, for example, talking on the phone while
driving. As explained in the article, according to the United
States Department of Transportation, there are 3 main types of
driver distractions: - Visual distractions lead drivers to take
their eyes off the road. - Manual distractions lead drivers to
take their hands off the wheel. - Cognitive distractions lead
drivers to take their minds off what they’re doing. And, as
explained in a recent art