\tWhen you are driving, it is important to give the road your full attention. Eating while steering, changing the channel on the radio, and or using your car GPS system are seemingly harmless activities that can have deadly consequences. Marlborough drivers can benefit from recognizing the behaviors that contribute to distracted driving and why these behaviors are so dangerous. <\/p>\n
\tWhat is Distracted Driving?<\/b><\/p>\n
\tDistracted driving can refer to any activity that causes a driver to lose their focus on the road. However, common distracting activities that drivers engage in include:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\tTo keep safe, it is recommended that drivers refrain from these activities while they are operating a vehicle. As a rule of thumb, an activity is a distraction if it reduces your ability to see or hear fully while you are driving.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\tJust How Serious in Distracted Driving?<\/b><\/p>\n
\tThe dangers of distracted driving are well documented. The U.S. government website for distracted driving highlights the severity of the problem through the following statistics:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\tAs these statistics show, habits that reduce a driver’s focus greatly increase a driver’s likelihood of getting in an accident.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\tWhat if I Receive a Citation for Distracted Driving?<\/b><\/p>\n
\tConnecticut takes distracted driving very seriously and specifically restricts cell phone use by drivers. Connecticut prohibits all drivers from talking or sending text messages while operating a motor vehicle. However, Marlborough drivers should note that the police in Connecticut may pull you over for other behaviors that they interpret to be distracting.<\/p>\n
\tAn independent agent can assist you if you are cited for distracted driving. While insurance providers take distracted driving seriously, one citation typically will not lead to increased premiums. However, multiple tickets may place you in a higher risk category. An independent agent can help you determine how a citation for distracted driving may impact your rates and help you keep your rates low if you are shopping for a new policy. <\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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