April is Distracted Driver Awareness month, and we here at
Toyota Scion of Concord wanted to give our wonderful customers some pointers on
how to stay safe on the roadways. Not only does distracted driving account for
a high percentage of accidents on the roadways, but a distracted driver is 23
times more likely to get into an accident – yikes!
We owe our business to you, the customer, and it is our hope
that every one of our customers will stay safe on the roadways, so below is our
list to stay focused on the road.
1.
Download an app! (Before getting on the road, of
course)
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There are a number of apps, such as AT&T’s
DriveMode, tXtBlocker, and “Drive First” by Sprint that can block texting and
other distracting features on your phone to cut down on distractions.
2.
Eat First
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We understand that sometimes in your busy
lifestyle you have to grab a bite on the go, but it is a distraction. Plan out
your meals and try to squeeze a bite in before hitting the road.
3.
Set a playlist
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Searching for a station, shuffling through an
iPod, or fumbling through CDs are all huge distractions that can take your eyes
off of the road for far too long. Try to set a playlist, or pick a CD before
driving.
4.
GPS
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Set your destination before you take off, or if
you must change your destination, use voice control options so that you are
able to quickly say your destination and keep your eyes to the road ahead.
5.
For parents: make sure your children are
occupied and buckled up
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If you are a parent, you know what we are
talking about. Make sure the portable DVD player and snacks are ready to go
before hitting the road, it could make the difference in arriving safely with
your precious cargo!
These are just a few things that can be done to be safer on
the roadways, and it is up to you to make a change and commit to staying
focused.
Stop in and let us show you the technology Toyota is
implementing to cut down on distracted driving!
We look forward to seeing you, and stay safe!
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