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We asked over 1,000 US drivers if they use Do Not Disturb While Driving (DNDWD) on their iPhones and Androids two years in a row. Today, 27% of drivers use the safety feature, up from 20% in 2023. While usage is up, awareness of DNDWD is about the same as last year. Our latest analysis dives into the data and highlights the need for more promotion and education about this potentially life-saving feature. Get the full analysis: https://hubs.ly/Q02SY0Xq0

In 2023, the worst states for distracted driving were 19% more distracted than the national average. What if the riskiest states reduced distraction to average US levels? There’d be… 44,500 fewer crashes 28,400 fewer injuries 230 fewer road fatalities … and over $2B in economic damage prevented. Find out which states are the most distracted and how reducing distractions can help.? https://lnkd.in/dPsUstGX #RoadSafety #DistractedDriving #HandsFreeLaw

Say cheese… but not behind the wheel. We asked drivers what apps they’re using and why. 23% of drivers told us they use the Camera app, making it the #2 most-used app while driving. ???? Read our latest analysis for the full list: https://hubs.ly/Q02SB9Zg0 #DriveSmart #CMT

? Pedestrian fatalities at night have dramatically risen in the US since 2009, coinciding with the rise of the smartphone. The New York Times asked CMT to research hourly distracted driving rates. Our research shows that distraction peaks in the early evening hours when people are coordinating post-work activities. In honor of the U.S. Department of Transportation and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA's National Pedestrian Safety Month, we’re raising awareness of the problems facing pedestrians today. We encourage you to put your phones down and stay vigilant on the sidewalks and crosswalks — and educate others to do the same. Go deeper in the NYT article: https://lnkd.in/gxwfN_jn #NationalPedestrianSafetyMonth #RoadSafety #NYT

The Kiefer Foundation was founded in 2016 following the death of Steven Kiefer's son Mitchel, who was killed by a distracted driver. The foundation's mission is to bring an end to distracted driving and all associated crashes and fatalities through three pillars: raising awareness, leveraging technology, and shaping legislation. “I hate to think that people must have a personal story before changing their behavior. I just ask that everyone who reads this article to consider this: Just really stop and think about the loss of a loved one or a life-long injury for yourself or a loved one.” — Steven Kiefer, Chairman of CMT Road Safety Board and The Kiefer Foundation Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eTbddrk2 #DistractedDriving #TheKieferFoundation #JustDrive #DriverSafety

Happy Fall! We kicked off the season by treating our CMT team around the world to their favorite morning coffee or tea. Bringing smiles globally was the perfect way to start the day! ???? #CMT #HappyFall

Distracted driving happens everywhere across the US. But drivers face different levels of danger from distracted driving. Distraction risk changes depending on the state you’re driving in. We asked: which states are the most distracted? Our latest analysis looks at the worst 10 states for distracted driving. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02Rd_QN0 #RoadSafety #DistractedDriving #HandsFreeLaw

Did you know? Instagram is the most-used app while driving. In fact, 24% of drivers admit to using it. Our latest analysis uncovers the Top 10 most-used apps, their purposes, typical user interactions, and why people use them. ???? https://hubs.ly/Q02R6ZJq0 #DistractedDriving #DriveSafe

It’s been one year since Missouri’s hands-free law took effect. In just one year, the state’s reduced distracted driving by 5.1%, preventing over 1,000 crashes, 660 injuries, 5 fatalities, and $22 million in economic damages. The law is part of a growing trend. Hands-free legislation has helped reduce smartphone-based distracted driving not only in Missouri but also in states like Ohio, Alabama, and Michigan. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eBGikSSF #Missouri #HandsFreeLaw #RoadSafety

Missouri's Siddens-Bening hands-free law went into effect in August 2023 and has reduced distracted driving in the state over the last year. CMT's Road Safety Board member Jennifer Smith will discuss the law at the 2024 Missouri Highway Safety and Traffic Conference, alongside the Missouri DOT’s Jon Nelson, AAA’s Angela Nelson, the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Scott White, and the Missourians for Responsible Transportation’s Taylor March. They’ll discuss the law’s impact on public awareness and dive into the data insights, interstate experiences, and its effects on vulnerable road users. You won’t want to miss it. #RoadSafety #Missouri #HighwaySafety #DistractedDriving #TrafficConference Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q02Qt-280