Distracted Driving Isn’t Worth the Risk

Whether running errands, heading to school or work, or visiting a friend, most people don’t consider the risk they’re taking each time they drive—a risk that’s multiplied by driving distracted.

In Texas, nearly 1 in every 5 car crashes involved distracted driving last year. Nationwide, distracted driving leads to more than 3,200 deaths annually, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Cellphone use is by far 1 of the most dangerous distractions. Reading even 1 text takes your eyes off the road for an average of 5 seconds. At 55 miles per hour, that’s like driving the length of a football field with your eyes closed.

The reality is that using a phone while driving creates enormous potential for injuries and fatalities. Distractions take your attention off driving, which can make you miss critical events, objects, and cues— potentially leading to a crash.

Commit to putting away your phone and dedicating your full attention to the road every time you drive.