More than a third (35%) of drivers tend to talk on the phone while driving without using the hands–free system, almost as many (34%) drink coffee, and 24% admit that they also tend to eat while driving, according to Carlsberg 0.0 responsible driving index data.
The study confirms that 7% of drivers tend to write messages on the phone while driving, while 2% read news or research news on social networks. 43% stated that they do not tend to do other things while driving.
Comparing the results of the study with the data of 2021, it is possible to conclude that the number of drivers who talk on the phone while driving has increased by 2%, the number of drivers who drink coffee has increased by 7%, while the number of drivers who eat while driving, increased by 4%.
«It should not be considered that doing various side things while driving is less risky than, for example, drinking alcohol. It is also dangerous to be distracted when using the phone, eating or drinking while driving a car. In every case, it is necessary to evaluate the risks and priorities and, if necessary, stop on the side of the road to eat or talk on the phone,» advises Jānis Vanks, director of the Safe Driving School.
THE ANSWERS OF THE DRIVERS SHOW THAT more ofthen MEN Are the ones who do side THINGS AT THE STEERING WHEEL.
41% of men talk on the phone while driving, while this habit is practiced by 29% of women. Also, men (35%) tend to drink coffee more often than women (32%) while driving. The situation is similar with eating while driving – 27% of men and 21% of women do it.
«Driving a car requires undivided attention, but side activities distract attention and reduce concentration. Traffic is unpredictable and any side activity, such as eating, drinking coffee, smoking or even worse – using a mobile phone while driving, can lead to dangerous situations and serious consequences. Drivers often use the phone not only for receiving calls, which can be done using the hands–free system, but also do it to record various events on the road, like taking photos, filming and posting this information on social networks,» explains Jānis Vanka