Business owners who spend a lot of time on the road, like during a commute or on a business trip, understand how difficult it is to use smartphones while driving. Despite the fact that it’s illegal in many places, some people refuse to put down their phones and concentrate on the task at hand: driving. Doing so puts not only themselves, but everyone else on the road at risk of an accident, which can lead to expensive insurance payments and vehicle maintenance costs.
In general, it’s safe to say that smartphones have been counterproductive to roadway safety. With drivers being constantly bugged by new notifications, be it through email or text message, one has to ask an important question: “Is it worth risking my life to respond to an urgent email while on the road?” The answer is clear; no, you absolutely shouldn’t be doing so.
Not convinced? Consider these sobering statistics from the U.S. Department of Transportation:
Alternative Solutions to Mobile Devices on the Road
To help you better take advantage of your smartphone, we’ve outlined a few potential solutions to this problem that continues to plague roadways. Keep in mind that we’re not advocating for smartphone use while on the road; we just want to help people stay productive while also keeping themselves as safe as possible.
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Bonus Tip: Check out this texting-while-driving game from the New York Times, which displays just how difficult driving can be while using your phone.
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