We Can Eliminate Distracted Driving Today, Says Expert
Actions to Address Driver Distraction
CHICAGO — Government studies show more than 3,000 people die as a result of driver distraction every year. Connected mobility expert Peggy Smedley proclaims the technology to eliminate accidents and deaths due to distracted driving is literally at our fingertips.
“With the types of cellphones, hands-free devices, and technologically advanced vehicles now available, we have the power to end all distracted-driving incidents right now, this month. All it takes is the will to restrain ourselves from looking away from the road. We do this and nine fewer people will die every day,” said Smedley, editorial director, Connected World magazine, and president, Specialty Publishing Co.