In Other News, Watching Anything Other Than the Road May Be Hazardous to Your HealthShocking
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The first study of drivers texting inside their vehicles shows that the risk sharply exceeds previous estimates based on laboratory research — and far surpasses the dangers of other driving distractions.
Yes, and let me point out as well that texting while bicycling and riding your skateboard (both activities that I have observed on multiple occasions recently) is hazardous as well.
As a dedicated cyclist, I do see more inattentive drivers on the road these days; the advent of the cellphone definitely made me more cautious around intersections. However, as I start with the assumption that they all intend to kill me, it doesn't change things much.