I almost had an accident a while ago. The driver was on his mobile when he swerved suddenly to my lane without looking or signal.
He apologized but hell... i could be pushing up daisies if i didn't managed to maneuver between two trucks! >_<
2007-12-30 01:07:53 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
yes, he was on a handheld NOT on a handsfree.
2007-12-30 01:23:52 · update #1
If people just used common sense, nothing would have to be banned. I agree that meaningless chatter on a cell phone while driving is unnecessary, and can be quite distracting.
However, there are times when using the phone is necessary, such as in an emergency. Drivers often need to report certain situations, including threatening and drunk drivers, accidents, and so on. So banning them outright is not the answer.
Texting, on the other hand, is far more dangerous and totally idiotic. Anyone caught texting while driving should have their license suspended for a year, no exceptions.
BigWade, I did not see anything about smoking mentioned in the question. It was regarding cell phones. Why not stick to the topic?
2007-12-30 02:26:35 · answer #1 · answered by Pat S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is illegal to use a Mobile phone when driving here, and there is the thought that even "Hands Free" sets are to be banned. last year there were 10 deaths recorded because drivers were using a moblie phone. This does not include numerous traffic accidents caused when using a mobil phone. People using a mobile phone when driving, cannot concentrate on their driving as they should do. Their mind is on the conversation on the phone, and not on the traffic around them, or their speed.
2016-04-02 01:56:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
At the very least, handsfree devices should be mandatory.
Holding a phone to the side of the head, for most, seems to direct their attention to the phone and conversation. They have tied up a hand that could be used to operate turn signals, and many are afraid to turn their heads for fear of losing the conversation, so they don't check their blind spots or mirrors. Some can get into heated arguments, and forget they are in a vehicle.
When driving, driving is the first priority. If you don't have a hands-free, shut up and pull off!!
2007-12-30 02:02:14 · answer #3 · answered by terrellfastball 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no
you all see very little of the problem..
as a profession driver i see it at its worst...the real issue of late is people texting while driving... not saying that hand helds aren't an issue...but people dont use caution while using a phone that is the problem
i use my cell prolly 6 hours a day
i have a blue tooth voice activated headset
i recieve calls to
change load info
severe weather on my route
road closures on route
major accidents on route
as well as calls from other professional drivers to pass the time.
i also make calls
to let customer know i may be late
advise office of severe weather to warn other drivers
advise office of road closures to warn other drivers
talk to my wife
talk to my parents
talk to my banker
insurance agent
yes you guessed it i am a long haul truck driver.
a cell phone set up and used properly is a non issue..
peoples carelessness is the issue..
and the dude who said ban smoking everywhere in an earlier answer.....get a life, the taxes collected on cigerattes/alcohol sales are essential......outlaw smoking ....yea right the gov makes too much money on it
2007-12-30 06:58:42 · answer #4 · answered by mbm052969 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes. It should be against the law to talk on a mobile phone while driving even with hands-free gizmos. Remember the signs on buses saying "Don't talk to driver while the bus is in motion"? Strictly speaking drivers are not even supposed to talk to passengers while driving because it divides their attention from the road.
2007-12-30 01:18:58 · answer #5 · answered by reg 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
A definite YES. Most people on the roads cannot handle their vehicles properly without using cell phones. Adding the cell phone to thier list of things to do while driving just takes attention away from what they should be doing. I have seen hundreds (no thousands) of people doing stupid things in traffic while talking on cell phones. In a large number of countries it is illegal to drive while talking on a hand held cell phone.
2007-12-30 01:21:55 · answer #6 · answered by david c 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
No I don't, that's the same crappy idea of banning guns because some people use them incorrectly. BUT I do believe that if you have an accident while using one you should get a mandatory year in prison, even for a fender bender.
2007-12-30 01:29:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yep...I agree...I've been almost hit many, MANY times over the past few years and they have ALL been on their cell phones! If one must have to talk on the phone while driving, use a hands free unit!! The worst is when someone is text messaging while driving!! OMG!!! Are you freakin' kidding me?!?!?!?!
2007-12-30 01:16:58 · answer #8 · answered by auntcookie84 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I totally agree! it's too dangerous to be talking on the phone while u drive.
2007-12-30 06:07:18 · answer #9 · answered by Kate 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Oh my gosh, I think they are the worst thing ever to come a long as far as driving a car is concerned.Yes definitely outlaw them for any one driving. Keep them away from the drivers. PLEASE.
2007-12-30 04:23:53 · answer #10 · answered by Meri C 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋