Is Vehicle Technology Preventing Accidents or Causing Distractions?
Automakers continue to introduce advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and large dashboard touchscreens intended to improve safety. However, complex technology can introduce new hazards on Connecticut roadways.
The Cognitive Distraction Hazard
According to NHTSA, human error contributes to 94% of motor vehicle crashes. While hands-free technology eliminates manual phone holding, it does not eliminate cognitive distraction. A driver interacting with complex screen menus or voice prompts still experiences reduced hazard awareness.
Dashboard Screen Glare & Inattention
Large infotainment displays require drivers to take their eyes off the road for several critical seconds. At 55 MPH, looking away for 4 seconds means traveling the length of a football field blind.
If you were injured in a collision caused by a distracted driver operating complex vehicle tech, Attorney Richard T. Meehan Jr. can evaluate the crash dynamics and phone/telematics data for your case.
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About Attorney Richard T. Meehan Jr.
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