You've Heard All The Rummors That It's Dangerous...But Why?
Frequently Asked Questions: Question: There are so many other driver distractions that cause accidents. Why focus on cell phones? Answer: Phone conversations have been shown to cause a cognitive distraction in drivers. In other words, the driver's brain is intensely engaged with the conversation, although he may appear to be paying attention to the road. This does not happen with other common distractions, including conversations with passengers. Research has shown that phone conversations cause what is termed "tunnel vision" in drivers. Although they appear to be looking at objects, their brains are not registering a good portion of what they see. Therefore, a driver is impaired for the entire length of the phone conversation. Question: I've heard that there aren't enough data to determine if talking on the phone is a danger. Answer: The truth is that there is an abundance of data. There is scientific data as well as recently released crash data. All of the researchers agree that the risk of crashing is multiplied when a driver is talking on the phone. Not all agree to what extent the risk is increased, nor do they agree on what measures, if any, should be taken by lawmakers. Question: Why doesn't the use of hands free equipment solve the problem? At least both hands would be on the wheel. Answer: The use of hands free equipment would free up both of the driver's hands during the phone conversation. However, since it's been shown that the distraction from cell phones is mostly a cognitive one, having both hands on the wheel will make little difference. Question: I drive fine while on the phone. It's other people who can't seem to handle it. Why should I be effected? Answer: Research shows that drivers are rarely aware of their own poor performance while on the phone, but have observed others driving erratically while on the phone. This would imply that a consequence of using the phone while driving is that it makes a driver insensitive to his or her own impairment. Much like an alcoholic feels sure that he/she drives fine while intoxicated. Are these positive or negative things of automotive cell phone use? Economic: They allow us to conduct business while stuck in traffic. Positive or Negative Personal Safety: They make it easier to call for help in an emergency. Positive or Negative Mechanical: Roadside assistance is just a phone call away. Positive or Negative Access: We can stay in touch with loved ones and colleagues. Positive or Negative Money Saving: It's sometimes cheaper to call long-distance from our cars than from our homes. Positive or Negative
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