April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a time when we are reminded of the dangers of distracted driving and the importance of safe driving practices. At Smart Fleet, we are dedicated to promoting safe driving habits and helping our customers stay safe on the road.
Distracted driving is a serious problem that affects everyone on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2019, distracted driving was a factor in 9% of all fatal crashes and 15% of all injury crashes. This means that distracted driving was responsible for over 3,100 deaths and 400,000 injuries in 2019 alone.
One of the most common forms of distracted driving is using a cellphone while driving. Texting, emailing, and using social media while driving can take your attention away from the road and significantly increase your risk of a crash. In fact, the NHTSA reports that texting while driving makes you 23 times more likely to be in a crash.
Our company offers solutions to help combat distracted driving. Our GPS tracking systems can monitor a vehicle’s location, speed, and other driving behavior in real-time, providing drivers with feedback on their driving habits and helping them identify areas for improvement. Safety cams can also provide drivers with a visual record of their driving behavior, which can be used to identify distracted driving and other unsafe behaviors.
In addition to using technology to combat distracted driving, there are also simple steps that drivers can take to stay safe on the road. Here are some tips to help you avoid distracted driving:
- Put your phone away: If you need to use your phone while driving, pull over to a safe location first.
- Plan ahead: Make sure you know your route and any potential hazards before you start driving.
- Avoid multitasking: Eating, drinking, and grooming while driving can all be distracting and increase your risk of a crash.
- Use your GPS system: Set your destination before you start driving and use your GPS system to help you navigate.
- Take breaks: If you’re feeling tired or distracted, pull over and take a break.
By taking these simple steps and utilizing GPS equipment to combat distracted driving, we can all work together to make our roads safer. Let’s make this Distracted Driving Awareness Month the start of a safer, more responsible driving culture.
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