Texting is NOT the Distracted Driving

Problem

Young Drivers of Canada

“Nothing less than “a complete overhaul of the culture of driving is

necessary because technology is now so complex … I increasingly view my role as being the interface between technology and the driver: to ensure

that technology is a help not a hindrance.”

Angelo DiCicco, GTA Director of Young Drivers of Canada, instructor for 28 years, GLOBE & MAIL Interview

According to the

Causes of Distracted Driving are:

Lost in Thought39%

MobilePhone26%

Occupants9%

Reaching In-Car4%

In-CarEating & Drinking3%

In-CarAudio & Climate Controls3%

Pets & OtherObjects1%

Smoking Related1%

Young Drivers of Canada

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Source: U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway traffic Safety Administration, DOT HS 811 7373, Summary of Statistical Findings, April 2013

(http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/Pubs/811737.pdf