A new article has been uploaded into our law library regarding distracted driving. While 34 states have
bans on texting while driving, there is no proof indicating whether the new laws have had any effect. Even in states where typing out texting while driving is banned, nearly 45 percent of 18-24 year old do it anyway. Four states had increase crash rates after implementing the ban, according to a 2010 study from the Highway Loss Data Institute. It is speculated that it is because drivers were hiding their phones in their laps to avoid ticketing.
“Siri” is the new voice-activated personal assistant on the new iPhone 4S, that was highly raved about in its early October release. It was marketed and reviewed as a safer way to text, in order to lessen the dangers on the road for distracted driving. Siri listens to your voice and follows your command; an attractive solution to completing tasks while behind the wheel, without the distraction.
The question remains whether this technology is efficient and effective in eliminating distracted driving. Once research is completed, it will be easier for policymakers to evaluate.
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Is Voice-Recognition Technology The Answer to Distracted Driving?
Category: Distracted Driving Accidents
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