Life is full of distractions. Driving shouldn’t be.
Distracted driving is now the leading cause of all crashes. Let’s keep our eyes and minds on the road.

Be Alert


How much do you know about the dangers of distracted driving?
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Correct!
This group represents 25% of all fatal traffic crashes where distracted driving was a factor.
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The correct answer is 25-34. This group represents 25% of all fatal traffic crashes where distracted driving was a factor.
Resources
- NHTSA Traffic Safety Facts Distracted Driving in 2021 https://crashstats.nhtsa.dot.gov/Api/Public/ViewPublication/813443

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Science says your brain is just switching between tasks very rapidly, degrading your ability to drive well.
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The correct answer is No. Science says your brain is just switching between tasks very rapidly, degrading your ability to drive well.
Resources
- https://www.nsc.org/workplace/resources/infographics/the-great-multitasking-lie

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There are many things that can distract you. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road.
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The correct answer is All of the above. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road.
Resources

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Anything that takes your mind off driving makes you less safe.
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The correct answer is All of the above. Anything that takes your mind off driving makes you less safe.
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MRI scans showed that listening to someone speak while driving reduced brain activity associated with driving by 37%.
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The correct answer is 37%. MRI scans showed that listening to someone speak while driving significantly reduced brain activity
Resources
- https://www.cmu.edu/homepage/computing/2009/summer/distracted-drivers.shtml

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That’s longer than an average city block. Just imagine what you haven’t seen.
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The correct answer is 350 feet. That’s longer than an average city block. Just imagine what you haven’t seen.
Resources
- ArriveAliveDE.com 5-Second Rule Tool

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Even when talking hands-free, drivers can miss seeing up to half of what’s around them.
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The correct answer is 50%. Even when talking hands-free, drivers can miss seeing up to half of what’s around them.
Resources
- https://www.nsc.org/road/safety-topics/distracted-driving/cell-phone-distracted-driving

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As your brain refocuses, your driving skills are not at their best.
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The correct answer is 13 seconds. As your brain refocuses, your driving skills are not at their best.
Resources
- https://blog.drivedifferent.com/blog/10-distracted-driving-statistics-and-facts-for-safe-drivers

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Delaware law does not allow for any use of your phone while operating a motor vehicle except with a hands-free device.
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The correct answer is None of the above. Delaware law does not allow for any use of your phone while operating a motor vehicle except with a hands-free device.
Resources
- https://ohs.delaware.gov/distracted.shtml

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See our tool, The Great Escape, for a full list of tasks to complete before you drive.
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The correct answer All of the above. See our tool, The Great Escape, for a full list of tasks to complete before you drive.
Resources

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THE GREAT ESCAPE
from Distracted Driving


5-Second Rule Tool
How far does your car travel in the 5 seconds you spend looking at a text?
Choose your vehicle’s speed using the speedometer to find out.
Dashboard speedometer
Tips for staying alert
Here are some tips for keeping your focus where it belongs – on the road:
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Use cell phone for emergencies only
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Download an app that silences calls and texts while your car is in motion
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Multitask when you’re outside the car
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Avoid eating/drinking while driving
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Secure children and pets
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Put makeup on at home
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Set temperature controls before you start moving
Distractions to avoid
There are so many distractions when we drive. Try to avoid these risky behaviors:
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Texting or talking on handheld phone
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Searching for items in a purse or wallet
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Checking the GPS
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Watching a crash on the side of the road
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Securing a seat belt
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Changing the radio or music selection
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Talking with passengers
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Reaching for an item that has fallen on the floor
KEEP YOUR EYES
ON THE ROAD.