According to an AAA Foundation Research report published on AAA.com, around 87% of drivers admit engaging in risky driving behavior within the past month. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study found that these unsafe driving behaviors included driving while impaired, driving while distracted, speeding, driving drowsy, running red lights, or not wearing their seat belt. […]
According to an AAA Foundation Research report published on AAA.com, around 87% of drivers admit engaging in risky driving behavior within the past month. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study found that these unsafe driving behaviors included driving while impaired, driving while distracted, speeding, driving drowsy, running red lights, or not wearing their seat belt.
President and CEO of the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, Peter Kissinger, stated that when it comes to road safety, were are living in a culture of indifference. Mr. Kissinger also stated that a majority of drivers think they are more careful than others motorists, even though most drivers admit to not making safe decisions while driving.
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety report found that one in three drivers has had a relative or friend seriously injured or killed in an accident. Common unsafe behaviors include:
Speeding
Distracted Driving
Drowsy Driving
Seatbelt Use
Red-light Running
Impaired Driving
The new AAA Foundation’s annual Traffic Safety Culture Index results are designed to identify dangerous driving attitudes and behaviors. The survey sampled 2,442 licensed drivers who reported driving a vehicle in the past 30 days. The AAA Foundation’s first Traffic Safety Culture Index and the latest reports can be found online at www.AAAFoundation.org.
There are several steps you can take to avoid dangerous drivers:
By following these steps, you can help minimize your risk of being involved in an accident caused by a dangerous driver.
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