出版社：International Association for Computer Information Systems
摘要：Distracted driving, in particular texting while driving, is capturing national attention. Governments, industry and insurance agencies are aware of the growing problem and have enacted laws and promoted guidelines for safer driving habits. As of July 2012, 37 states have enacted texting while driving laws. This study focused on texting as a contributing factor to driver distraction amongst university students. Overall, the findings indicate that both age and gender are statistically significant factors affecting whether students text while driving. From our sample data set, results show that males aged 18 to 33 years old are more likely to text while driving. Awareness and education are critical if we expect to see a reduction in traffic accidents and fatalities attributed to driver distraction.
关键词：Distracted Driving; Texting; Mobile Technology; Mobile Devices; Cell Phones
