Award Winning Sacramento Movers Tell You The Dangers Of Distracted Driving

Online, February 19, 2012 (Newswire.com) - Not too surprising, distracted drivers are one of the leading causes of auto accidents. "There is so much going on inside vehicles these days, it's no wonder the rates of accident is on the rise," says Heather Evans Certified Move Consultant at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®, Sacramento

Typical distractions are:

• Having a conversation on cell phone.
• Texting while driving.
• Reaching for something outside the car.
• Watching something outside the car.
• Reading, yes that's right reading.
• Eating
• And of course, applying make-up.

It seems about 80% of auto accidents are caused by distracted driving and the reason is simple, when you're distracted--- you're not looking at the road.

When driving, your full attention really needs to be on just that-driving. . . Drivers that deflect their attention else where are literally risking the lives everyone on the road. A car is not a toy-more respect needs to be given to the fact that these machines are traveling at high speeds and taking your eye off the road, for a second can be fatal. There is rarely a time we are driving for so long that a phone call can't wait. And it is never so important to look so good, that you apply make up while driving. And eating, people don't realize is a very dangerous thing to do. You get greasy, slippery hands. And if you spill something, the first reaction is to grab whatever is falling, creating a very hazardous situation.

Avoid Accidents By Dropping the Distractions

I recommend the following approach to avoid car accidents caused by distracted drivers:

• Do not text and drive, or even dial your cell phone while driving, IT CAN WAIT!

• Never apply make up while driving.

• Be on the look out for other distracted drivers and get away from them.

• Be cautious when switching lanes.

For more information on safer driving habits or moving information, call Heather Evans at the Sacramento, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® at 916-852-7411 or visit www.twomensacramento.com
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