Texting while driving is known to be as, or more dangerous, as drinking and driving. It is mind-boggling that people believe that they are capable of looking away from the road while texting, without it resulting in accidents hurting themselves and others on the road. The distraction is, in fact, extremely dangerous. Over 1.2 million people are victims of car accidents that occur as a result of texting while driving!
Although most people are aware of the danger, they somehow believe that they are the ones who have the unique capability of successfully driving while texting without it resulting in disastrous consequences. Our phones, and social media have become an addiction that drives this need we have to constantly be in contact, even if it endangers ourselves and others. So what is the answer to curbing this terrible behavior?
Although older drivers commit this dangerous behavior, it has been found that a higher percentage of younger drivers text and drive, believing themselves invincible to the consequences. This video sets up a scenario in which new drivers taking their driver’s test, are told that in order to pass they must text while driving. There is nothing more powerful than experiencing a dangerous situation firsthand.
Simply telling people about the dangers of texting and driving doesn’t seem to make the difference that the actual out-of-control experience drives home. Feeling the consequences is crucial to ending the hazards of texting and driving. Share this important video and let us know what you think.
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