Distracted driving is one of the most common causes of serious auto accidents. In reality, all of these instances are entirely preventable when drivers take the proper precautions behind the wheel. To put the entirety of this problem into perspective, here are some relevant distracted driving statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- Every day, about eight people lose their lives in distracted driving accidents.
- There were 2,841 people killed in distracted driving-related auto accidents in 2018. More than 400,000 more were injured.
- About 25% of drivers involved in 2018 fatal distracted driving crashes were young adults aged 20-29.
Knowing the most common types of driving distractions can help you, as a driver, stay safe behind the wheel. Here’s what you need to know.
Common Types of Driving Distractions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies three types of distracted driving:
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