Understanding the Distracted Brain
Many drivers are unaware of the dangers of distracted driving. To better understand why the brain can’t multitask, the National Safety Counsel has compiled more than 30 studies showing why hands-free devices are no safer. Consider the following: Drivers talking on handheld or hands-free cell phones are four times as likely to be involved in an automobile accident. The National Safety Counsel currently estimates that people talking on cell phones while