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What’s caused baby David’s death?
What caused Baby David’s death? What caused Sean’s brain injury? Nothing touched his head. At the point of impact, Sean’s head continued to move and as his head went from side to side, his brain rubbed up against the inside of his skull and caused his injury which is called Severe Diffuse Axonal.
Is it true that drivers who text spend about 10 of their driving time outside their own driving lane?
Texting makes a crash up to 23 times more likely. Teens who text while driving spend 10% of the time outside their lane. According to AT&T’s Teen Driver Survey, 97% of teens agree that texting while driving is dangerous, yet 43% do it anyway.
Are fatal crashes resulting from distracted driving 100 preventable?
Over 3000 teens per year, between 15 and 20 years of age lose their lives in fatal crashes. Fatal crashes resulting from distracted driving are 100% preventable. It’s important to realize that when it comes to distracted driving it is not about bad teens doing bad things, it’s about good teens making poor choices.
What is the definition of distracted driving impact?
Any activity that could divert a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving.
What was the economic loss of all motor vehicle crashes in 2012?
The estimated economic loss of ALL motor vehicle crashes in 2012 was $26,000.
How long is the impact Texas drivers video?
The Impact Texas Teen Drivers program (ITTD) is a free, 2 hour informational video that shares the dangers of distracted driving along with real life stories of teens that have lost their lives.
Which one of the following is a leading cause of distracted driving accidents in the US?
Talking and texting. People who use their cell phones to talk or text while driving are by far the most common reason for distracted driving accidents. In fact, the National Safety Council estimates that 26% of all car crashes involve cell phones.
Which of the following is a common driver distraction?
Anything that takes your attention away from driving can be a distraction. Sending a text message, talking on a cell phone, using a navigation system, and eating while driving are a few examples of distracted driving. Any of these distractions can endanger you, your passengers, and others on the road.
How many teens per year lose their lives in car crashes?
In 2019, almost 2,400 teens in the United States aged 13–19 were killed1,2 and about 258,000 were treated in emergency departments for injuries suffered in motor vehicle crashes. That means that every day, about seven teens died due to motor vehicle crashes, and hundreds more were injured.
How many crashes a year are caused by cell phones?
General Cell Phone Statistics The National Safety Council reports that cell phone use while driving leads to 1.6 million crashes each year. Nearly 390,000 injuries occur each year from accidents caused by texting while driving.
Do GDL restrictions last forever?
During GDL phase I, minors are restricted to practicing their driving skills with an authorized adult. During GDL Phase II: The hours of operations and number of passengers are limited. The use of wireless communication devices are prohibited whether hands free or not. GDL restrictions last forever.
How many teenage deaths are caused by texting and driving?
Each year about 1,600 children are killed by distracted drivers and people texting while driving. In 2016 about 263 teens (age 15 to 19) were killed as a result of distracted driving. 10% of all teen car crash fatalities in 2016 involved distracted driving.
Can a PSA help reduce the number of distracted driving incidents claim?
Yes, Public Service Announcements can help reduce the number of distracted driving incidents. With the use of Public Service Announcements, drivers of all ages will be able to learn about the dangers of texting and driving, along with the consequences that come along with it.
What are the 4 types of distractions while driving?
There are four types of driver distraction: Visual – looking at something other than the road. Auditory – hearing something not related to driving. Manual – manipulating something other than the steering wheel. Cognitive – thinking about something other than driving.
What type of driver is most at risk for drowsy driving?
Teenagers as a group are at highest risk for crashes related to drowsy driving; other high-risk groups include patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and other sleep disorders, shift workers, medical house staff, law enforcement officers, and commercial drivers.
How many accidents occur each year due to fatigue?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that every year about 100,000 police-reported, drowsy-driving crashes result in nearly 800 fatalities and about 50,000 injuries.
What was the economic cost of all the accidents in Texas last year?
States across the country are actively using the Safety Band to deploy innovative, intelligent transportation technologies that reduce crashes and save lives in our communities.State by State Crash Data and Economic Cost Index. State Texas 2018 Fatalities* 3,642 10-Year Fatality Total 34,267 Annual Economic Cost Due to Motor Vehicle Crashes $17.044 billion.
Is parallel parking required in Texas?
Yes. Parallel parking and regular parking (forwards and backwards) are mandatory parts of the test.
Can I get my license at 18 without a permit in Texas?
Once common question we are asked is can I get my license at 18 without a permit in Texas? The answer is yes! Once you are over the age of 18, you are no longer required to get a learners permit.
What is the ITTD video?
Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) is a free two-hour video about the consequences of distracted driving. It is designed for drivers who completed a teen driver education course or a parent-taught driver education course.
