Illinois state officials publicize new laws concerning cell phone usage. The state is airing commercials alerting the public that cell phone usage is now restricted while operating a vehicle. … [Read more...] about Illinois Launches Ads Focusing on New Texting Ban
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Governor Quinn Signs Bill to Ban Texting While Driving: New Legislation Will Save Lives on Roads in Illinois
Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill that bans text messaging while driving while driving in Illinois. He also signed legislation that makes it illegal to talk on a cell phone while driving through a … [Read more...] about Governor Quinn Signs Bill to Ban Texting While Driving: New Legislation Will Save Lives on Roads in Illinois
Driver-Eye-Movement-Based Investigation for Improving Work-Zone Safety
Crashes continue to be a problem in work zones. Analyses have indicated that rear-end and sideswipe crashes are the most frequent. Investigators have hypothesized that distractions are often the cause … [Read more...] about Driver-Eye-Movement-Based Investigation for Improving Work-Zone Safety
Are You “Intexticated?”: Driving and Texting Can Lead to Disaster for Those Working in Contruction Zones
In this news article, Alabama's Association of General Contractors, OSHA, and local law enforcement call attention to the dangers of cell phones and driving during National Work Zone Safety Week. … [Read more...] about Are You “Intexticated?”: Driving and Texting Can Lead to Disaster for Those Working in Contruction Zones
Put Down the Phone in the Work Zone!
In Alabama it is not illegal to use cell phones while driving, this campaign is to support an effort made by companies, organizations, county, state & federal employees, schools and citizens to … [Read more...] about Put Down the Phone in the Work Zone!
Driving Simulator Evaluation of Driver Performance During Hands-Free Cell Phone Operation in a Work Zone: Driving Without a Clue.
Crashes continue to be a problem in work zones. Analyses have indicated that rear-end and sideswipe crashes are the most frequent. Investigators have hypothesized that distractions are often the cause … [Read more...] about Driving Simulator Evaluation of Driver Performance During Hands-Free Cell Phone Operation in a Work Zone: Driving Without a Clue.