Driver distractions is one of the leading causes of motor vehicle accidents. Of the fastest growing and most problematic of driver dristractions is text message.
In a recent study involvin a driving simulator, teens using text-messaging devices and MP3 players made alarming changes in speed, weaved between lanes and ran over virtual pedestrians. Today's average teen sends 2,899 texts per month according to a recently published Nielsen study.
Your student will learn:
- Dangers of texting and driving.
- Consequences of their actions.
- How to make the right choice.
- Experience the aware TXT simulator.
- Program is six hours long.
Where: NLC Cafeteria Patio (between "T" and "K" buildings)
When: October 2, 2013
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
