Posted on 5/30/2025
You don’t need to be texting at high speed to put yourself at risk. These days, many drivers use their phones for everything from music and navigation to checking quick messages while sitting at a red light. It might feel like a harmless habit, especially in slow traffic or on familiar roads. But even small moments of distraction can have serious consequences. The link between mobile phone use and reduced driving safety is well-documented, and yet it remains one of the most common behaviors on the road. Whether you’re glancing at a text or swiping through playlists, your attention is shifting away from what really matters—what’s happening in front of you. Distraction Comes in More Than One Form Mobile phone use creates three types of distraction: visual, manual, and cognitive. Visual distraction is when your eyes leave the road. Manual distraction is when your hands leave the wheel. And cognitive distraction happens when your mind drifts away ... read more