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Attending to everything that happens on the road is one of the most important actions for drivers. The driving distractions are paid dearly, according to the data of the DGT of 2020, where 30% of fatal accidents were due to distractions.
Among the neglects on the road, one of the culprits is the mobile phone use. Using it while driving makes you lose attention to traffic and can cause accidents, which is why this 2022 just the fact of carrying it in your hand will mean a loss of six points from the license.
It is known that when you talk on the phone, even hands-free, it reduces your attention on the road.
After a conversation of a minute and a half, 40% of the signals are no longer perceived. In addition, the speed also decreases and you usually react later to an unforeseen event.
Therefore, the
General direction of traffic has sent a warning to drivers, who must facilitate driving at all times for the driver.
If you’re co-piloting a friend ????, a family member ???? or a transport professional ????✈️, don’t hesitate to force him to turn off the #mobile if you use it while driving ????.
At the wheel, the #mobile You can ALWAYS wait.
safety first.#ApagaElMóvil ???? #CeroRiesgospic.twitter.com/QceRAOAkQG
— Director General Traffic (@DGTes) February 14, 2022
“If you are the co-pilot of a friend, a relative or a transport professional, do not hesitate to force yourself to turn off your mobile if you use it while driving,” he says on his Twitter account.