Distracted Driving Awareness Month, observed every April, is an opportunity to remind drivers of the importance of focused and safe driving. The month aims to raise awareness of the dangers of distracted driving to everyone on the road, including drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
In 2022, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that an estimated 3,308 people were killed and an additional 289,310 people were injured in traffic crashes involving distracted drivers.
When behind the wheel, drivers should focus only on the task at hand by keeping their eyes on the road, both hands on the wheel, and their attention on driving. Distracted driving is any activity that takes your attention away from driving, including using a phone, adjusting the radio or GPS, applying makeup, eating, or drinking.
For more tips and information on distracted driving from the NHTSA, visit: https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/distracted-driving