Distraction
Mandatory distraction warning systems won’t detect most important types of distraction
Physical buttons outperform touchscreens in new cars
Study shows lorry drivers spending 9% of driving time on the phone
ETSC and ROADPOL – online events on enforcement
How Traffic Law Enforcement Can Contribute to Safer Roads (PIN Flash 42)
Belgian-UK study: positive messages encourage safer driver behaviour more than fear tactics
The Netherlands is first EU Member State to issue automated fines for mobile phone use at the wheel
UK to close loophole and prevent all handheld phone use while driving
New Spanish enforcement camera could check for mobile phone use and seatbelt wearing
1 in 12 plays games behind the wheel – SWOV study on distraction
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto infotainment systems weaken reactions more than alcohol and cannabis
Romania introduces tougher sanctions for using a phone at the wheel
Call for ban on hands-free calling
Tougher penalties for distracted driving in Italy
Ireland considers tougher penalties for speeding
Calls to increase education, enforcement and penalties for distracted driving
Drivers in France take more risks when driving for work
Apple to offer a built-in iPhone ‘car mode’ as new data suggest widespread distracted driving
New German campaign focuses on the people affected by a single road death
France: Call for presidential candidates to back mobile phone driving ban for employees