Survey: What we do while we drive. According to a telephone survey of 1,026 drivers.

Why do we define driving while distracted as a form of aggressive driving? There is a tendency to think that multi-tasking while driving is the cause of driver inattention or distraction. This belief leads to demands for new laws that restrict or ban the use of in-car communication devices such as phones and computers. But the correct argument is that multi-tasking can lead to driver distraction when drivers haven't properly trained themselves to use the new car gadgets. This is true for older devices like the familiar radio and CD as well as the new, like GPS, phones, and e-mail. So it's true that multi-tasking becomes the occasion for drivers to make more mistakes, when they fail to train themselves properly.

This increased training is a joint responsibility of the individual driver and the government. Multi-tasking behind the wheel is a matter of degree and all drivers are responsible for determining when they need additional self-training activities.

When drivers overstep this line, they become socially and legally responsible. Drivers who allow themselves to be distracted by their multi-tasking activities are increasing the risk factor for themselves and imposing that dangerous limit on others--passengers, other drivers, pedestrians.

This increased risk to which others are subjected is thus similar to other driver behavior that are considered aggressive and illegal: going through red lights, failing to yield, exceeding safe speed limits, reckless weaving, drinking and driving, driving sleepy or drowsy, road rage, etc. Distracted driving can cause rates to go up for everyone.

What is Distracted Driving: Operating Wireless and Communication Devices While Driving Summary by Dr. Leon James July 2013 My position is that a better solution than laws banning use, is to install a system so that when drivers get their license or renew it, information can be placed on the permits that indicate additional approved skills, just as they do now for restrictions such as daytime only, or must wear glasses, etc.

Whenever drivers complete additional training activities they can get their permit electronically marked for the specific training, for example, Is licensed to operate wireless devices. With such training, which is to be renewed again each time drivers renew their license, motorists will be able to use smartphones and GPS devices competently (as for instance police do who regularly using communication devices while driving in traffic). There is also a moral issue people need to think about. Not to get trained and to use them illegally is to run higher risk of crashes. But crashes mostly involve other innocent motorists and passengers. To increase risk on them is therefore a moral issue: is it right or wrong to do that?

Am I the kind of person who is OK with that? +++ Distracted drivers who are busy communicating or dining are being aggressive because they are willfully imposing their own level of risk on others.

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Maybe the distracted driver thinks, Oh, I can handle it, but can others? Se we consider distracted driving as a form of aggressive driving. Drivers who use communication devices and drive distracted as a result are being aggressive drivers. Internet access from a moving vehicle is a reality today, and getting bigger each month. Research on cell phone use by drivers shows that some drivers become dangerous due to distraction. But other drivers maintain their focus and safety level.

What is the difference? First, some people are naturally more excitable and distractible while driving, whether they communicate with a passenger or through a communication device. They are especially at risk and dangerous--unless they train themselves. We don't know of any training programs for Internet access in cars, or for other multi-tasking activities. We recommend that these be put in place by the industry and government. But in the meantime, drivers can train themselves.

First, drivers must acknowledge that they need to train themselves, and if they don't, they become a danger to others. So until they go through the training, they ought not to allow themselves to use the equipment while the car is moving. Second, they need to practice the equipment over and over again while the car is not moving, until they can do it with closed yes and while talking to a passenger.

Third, they cautiously begin to use features, one at a time while the car is moving in the right lane without too much traffic, thus gradually increasing the times and places of use. We also recommend monitoring yourself and keeping a Driving Log or Diary where you record the errors you've seen yourself make. Finally, ask a passenger to monitor you to see if you're making mistakes or distraction.

Unless drivers voluntarily train themselves, it's likely that government regulations and restrictions will be the reaction. Leon James Interview with Men's Health August 23, 2008 >-What makes texting while driving so distracting?