04/03/2026
Distracted driving kills and injures thousands of people every year. Any activity that takes attention away from driving, including eating, reaching for a phone, adjusting controls, or checking navigation, increases the risk of serious injury.
Reading an email for just five seconds is comparable to driving the length of a football field without looking at the road. Drivers can also experience a lingering mental distraction after using a mobile device, even when stopped at a red light or parked.
To help prevent distracted driving:
• Put mobile devices out of sight
• Program destinations before driving
• Pull over safely if you need to call or text
• Ask passengers for help when needed
• Use “Do Not Disturb” mode while driving
Focused driving protects you, your passengers, and everyone on the road.