Posted on 6/28/2021
America lives on fast food and take-out for one reason: we are always on the go. We aren't here to lecture you on whether fast food is good or not. However, we do want to question whether it is safe to eat in your car while driving. You might wonder, is it even legal? Let's discuss whether or not you should pull over for that double bacon cheeseburger. Is it Safe? - 3 Types of Distracted Driving The simple answer is: No. Eating while simultaneously driving poses three kinds of distracted driving: physical, cognitive, and visual. Physical disturbances are any distraction that causes the driver to take their hands off the steering wheel. An example of this would be holding a burger in one hand while steering. Cognitive distraction is when a driver's concentration is divided between the road and something else. Visual distractions cause the driver's eyes to divert from the road. Most people struggle to eat without looking at the ... read more