Crash, Ticket, Observational Analyses
Author: Anne M. Dowling, Ph.D..
Source: Volume 11, Number 01, Winter 2007 , pp.4-8(5)
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Abstract:
Based on observational surveys, 2002-2006, ticket analysis 2002-2005, and crash analysis 2002-2005, The author examines distracted driving, including cell phone usage. The latter is increasingly a significant factor in distracted driving crashes for both males and females. The author also examines the characteristics of drivers apprehended for using handheld cell phones.Keywords: Cellular Telecommunications and Internet Association (CTIA); National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA); NYS Department of Motor Vehicles’ Accident Information System; Traffic Safety Law Enforcement and Disposition system (TSLED);
Affiliations:
1: Institute for Traffic Safety Management and Research.