📱 Cell Phones
- Put the phone away while driving. Use Do Not Disturb mode to eliminate temptation.
- If using GPS, set your route before you drive and use a dashboard mount.
- Never text or handle your phone while driving — it’s illegal and dangerous.
- Even hands-free calls can be mentally distracting — keep them brief, or pull over if it’s urgent.
🎛 Infotainment Systems
- Adjust radio, climate controls, and navigation before driving, or let a passenger help.
- Preset stations and learn to use voice commands for minimal screen interaction.
🍔 Eating and Drinking
- Avoid eating while driving — spills or wrappers can divert attention.
- If necessary, choose neat, simple snacks and wait for a safe moment.
- Never reach down to pick something up — wait until you’re safely stopped.
🧑🤝🧑 Passengers
- Teen drivers: passengers significantly increase risk, which is why the provisional license restricts them.
- Set boundaries like, “Guys, I need to focus — let’s keep it down.”
- Young children: if they need attention, pull over safely — don’t turn around while driving.
🎶 Music and Audio
- Keep volume at a level where you can still hear sirens or horns.
- Avoid fiddling with playlists or streaming apps while driving — create a driving playlist ahead of time.
💄 Grooming and Other Tasks
- Don’t multitask with makeup, shaving, or similar while driving — it’s dangerously common.
- Do these before your trip or pull over if it’s truly necessary.
☁️ Daydreaming
- If you realize you’ve zoned out and don’t remember the last few minutes, refocus immediately.
- On long drives, take breaks or engage with a podcast or music that keeps your mind alert.
🐕 Pets
- Always secure pets with a harness, seatbelt, or crate — never allow them to roam freely.
- A loose animal can interfere with pedals or visibility, and is also a hazard in a crash.
👀 Outside Distractions
- Avoid rubbernecking at crash scenes or watching roadside activity.
- Stay focused on the road — passengers can look, not you.
- Be ready for others to stop or slow unexpectedly in these situations.