#distracted-driving

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Public health
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

What Will It Take to Automatically Brick Drivers' Cell Phones Behind the Wheel? - Streetsblog USA

Corporations and regulators must enforce 'do not disturb while driving' modes as default settings to combat distracted driving.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Tesla's Autopilot trial will rule whether EV that killed a stargazing student is to blame

Tesla's Autopilot system is on trial for its role in a fatal crash involving a distracted driver.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

These new California laws go into effect July 1, 2025

California implements new laws including minimum wage increases and regulations on online marketplaces regarding stolen goods.
NYC politics
fromsilive
1 month ago

Life-or-death choices: DA's office sounds alarm about dangerous pedestrian behavior on Staten Island

Pedestrian error is a growing concern in Staten Island, with many injuries resulting from distractions like phones and unsafe crossing behavior.
NYC parents
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

"It's One Of The Most Hazardous Mistakes": If You're Doing One Of These 6 Things On The Road, Driving Instructors Are Urging You To Stop

New drivers often struggle with attention and focus while driving, leading to common mistakes that need unlearning.
#traffic-safety
fromStreetsblog
6 months ago
San Francisco

Friday Video: This British Cyclist Has Gotten Thousands of Motorists Fined For Dangerous Driving - Streetsblog USA

Cars
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The technology to end traffic deaths exists. Why aren't we using it?

America is experiencing an unprecedented traffic safety crisis, especially for pedestrians and cyclists.
fromStreetsblog
6 months ago
San Francisco

Friday Video: This British Cyclist Has Gotten Thousands of Motorists Fined For Dangerous Driving - Streetsblog USA

Law
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Holding your cellphone while driving is illegal, even for navigation, California court rules

Holding a cellphone to view navigation while driving is illegal, according to a recent court ruling.
#josh-klinghoffer
fromPitchfork
2 months ago
LA Dodgers

Former Red Hot Chili Peppers Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer Accepts Plea Deal in Vehicular Manslaughter Case

fromPitchfork
2 months ago
LA Dodgers

Former Red Hot Chili Peppers Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer Accepts Plea Deal in Vehicular Manslaughter Case

France politics
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Swearing, honking and tailgating: French drivers some of worst in Europe

French drivers have acknowledged aggressive driving behaviours with significant self-reported issues in road etiquette and distracted driving.
Digital life
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Gen Z drivers most likely to get into heated arguments in the car, most likely to use phones while driving

Gen Z's distracted driving habits reveal a troubling trend despite tech-savvy behavior.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 months ago

The Biggest Threat to Long Distance Cyclists: The Rise of the Distracted Driver

Distracted driving is the biggest threat to long-distance cyclists due to increased smartphone usage.
Cars
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Ohio driver dropped his doughnut - and caused devastating 3-car crash that flattened 1 vehicle

A distracted driver in Ohio caused a serious crash by dropping a doughnut while reaching for coffee.
Cars
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

FedEx driver was looking at phone before fatal crash that killed ex-NY track star and 2 kids: report

The FedEx driver allegedly distracted by his phone before colliding with another vehicle, resulting in the deaths of three people.
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