According to NHTSA, distracted driving contributes to more than 9% of fatal crashes. Distraction remains a prevalent problem among drivers, especially younger generations. Smartphones – a common form of distraction – may help curb this risky behavior. Today, most devices have a “do not disturb” feature that can block or limit distraction. New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that when activated, this feature can be effective in reducing smartphone interactions when driving.
