April Is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Driving a car safely takes concentration. With so many potential distractions, here are ways you can minimize them so you can focus on your driving.

Avoid the temptation to use your cell phone by silencing it and stowing it in the glove compartment. If you must make a call, pull off the road.
Before heading out, secure anything that could move so you aren’t tempted to reach for it.
Make adjustments to radio, seats, mirrors, climate controls, etc. before hitting the road.
Finish personal grooming before you start the car.
Eat meals or snacks before or after your trip, not while driving. If you must eat on the road, pull off the road to a safe spot.
Make sure children or pets are safely secured before getting underway. If they need your attention, pull off the road to care for them. If a pet is particularly active, have someone else ride with you to help.
If any activity demands your immediate attention, pull off the road and stop your vehicle in a safe place.

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