Understanding and Addressing Driver Distractions

Transportation has changed and developed a lot over the years. However, there’s one stubborn issue that continues to threaten road safety: driver distractions. In Australia, distractions have become an important concern. A distraction is any activity that diverts attention away from driving. It can be anything from the allure of smartphones to the myriad problems of daily lives. No matter what the type or cause of distraction, they pose a great risk to not just the drivers but everyone on the road too. Driving schools in Australia put a lot of emphasis on teaching the novice drivers to minimize distractions. In fact, there are many driving instructor courses that focus on techniques to minimize distractions too. This is mainly to ensure that instructors also know all about distractions and can teach the students various strategies to handle them. The idea is to learn more about distractions and address them accordingly. In this article, we will explore the types of distracti...