Q7: What should passengers do if their driver is distracted behind the wheel? #JustDrive21

A7: Speaking up in these moments can seem awkward, but it doesn’t have to be! Offering to be the navigator, DJ, or text-responder for the driver lets the driver relax and focus on the road. #JustDrive21 National Safety Council

Q8: What strategies can new drivers use to avoid distraction? #JustDrive21

A8: Get rid of distractions before putting the car in drive. Put the phone in your glove box, clear your mind, & prepare to take on the road. #JustDrive21 National Safety Council

A8: At TLLM, we believe that practicing mindfulness and attentiveness *outside* the car makes you a more attentive driver. Creating boundaries about when you do or don’t use your phone in normal life makes it easier to do the same behind the wheel. #JustDrive21 National Safety Council

National Safety Council Drivers can activate a phone setting to block notifications while their vehicle is in motion. On the iPhone it’s called “Do Not Disturb While Driving.” Our Travelers Risk Index found that only 15% of drivers currently use this setting. #EverySecondMatters #JustDrive21

Q9: What are some simple strategies all road users can adopt to help reduce distraction on our roads? #JustDrive21

This is the final question. Thank you to all who have participated and created an excellent discussion! Q10: What is the main lesson people should take away from this chat? #JustDrive21

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