During my daily commute I see more and more people driving like they’re “drunk”. I’ve come to scrutinize them when I notice them. I’d estimate that 90% are talking on their phones while driving and not paying attention. Drifting over lines, using more than one lane and not keeping-up with the pace of traffic are the outward signs of not focusing on the road.
We’ve all heard that using a cellphone while driving is equivalent to driving drunk. I see the evidence and truth every day. The fact has been published in print and broadcast on the news, so it’s not like people aren’t aware of the impact.
I fully understand using a cellphone while driving enhances the convenience factor. I’m guilty too. But, I intentionally make them brief to minimize the distraction while I drive. Others though… I’ve followed multiple people (not intentionally, they’re just going the same way I am) for miles and many minutes. I know one person who gets on the phone as soon as he gets in the car. The only time I’ve seen him put the phone down in the car is when he dials another number.
It appears a lot more people will have to die to convince some folks to at least curb their cellphone use while driving. It’s a sad thing. Two excellent technologies that enhance our everyday lives are abused to excess turning the combo into a deadly bite that’s ready to happen any at moment.
