You think getting a ticket for being on a cellphone here in New York State is bad. How would you like to get a ticket and a fine for eating with chopsticks while speeding along a highway.
A new survey found that nearly of us regularly ZONE OUT while we're driving.and half of us said we sometimes feel like we're on "autopilot" behind the wheel.
It's not exactly a Hallmark holiday, but April is "Distracted Driving Awareness Month".
Not long ago, we learned that Governor Cuomo was looking to close a loophole in New York State's current distracted driving laws, making it illegal to use a device, even when stopped at a light...
Are you like me and prefer the volume turned down on the radio when you focused on driving? Well, whatever the volume level, keep your eyes on the roads over the next week as driving conditions in Western New York are poor. This clip I shot along Route 5 is a small example of what you'll see around the Buffalo area roadways this week.
Again, distracted driving is highlighted in this viral video.
"But he's using a selfie-stick" your kids will say...."But it's a Player song and it's awesome!"....well, having you around tomorrow is more awesome, right?
(Warning: The video link contains uncensored profanity)
After you show your kids this, show them THIS one...
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