“All cell-phone use by drivers should be banned, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said this afternoon. That includes hands-free devices, too.”
WOW! Thats extreme or maybe just trying to get attention???
Once again we have more and more people aware which is good but we need to enforce it… Think back when you were a teen.. did you listen to your parents????? I was driving past the Mn State Capital recently and did see a legislator texting as they pulled out of the parking lot..no joke.. many people were leaving and I saw one hand on the weel and Blackberry in hand… wonder what he voted .. for or against…
article courtesy of the Minneapolis Star Tribune
Any comments???
I’m wondering if they are sincere in their support of banning email and texting while driving or just being proactive in deflecting any negative press they could receive since they do provide the services. Just my opinion but maybe a few people feel what i’m saying….
Heres their press release
93% of Americans surveyed say they want to see a nationwide ban on texting and driving, but the more important number is probably the 42% that said a ban would not stop people texting while driving. Who’s behind this push?
http://www.carformance.com/texting-ban-wanted-by-93-09285417/
Don’t forget the September 30-October 1st Department of Transportation
Distracted Driving Summit Live webcast linked below
DOT Distracted Driving Summit Wednesday, September 30 and Thursday, October 1, 2009 t you can join the LIVE interactive webcast link here No pre-registration required.
The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that it will hold its summit to determine the best ways to reduce the number of crashes and deaths due to distracted driving on Wednesday, September 30 and Thursday, October 1.
“Safety is our number one priority,” said LaHood. “As we become a more mobile and wireless nation, we can’t afford to ignore new technology’s impact on roadway safety.”
