Tammy Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I just can't do it. I can't concentrate on two things while driving....no way. And from what I see out on the road....I can't be the only one, LOLOL! I also do not think it makes a difference using Bluetooth (hands-free) either. I know if I am having a conversation (not just small talk) with the passenger....I find myself feeling the same as if I was on a cellphone, LOL! I do think some people are better at it than others.....LOL. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 :lol: No, you're not the only one. I see several who cannot do it every time I'm out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I can't either! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I can, but only because I have Onstar, which is hands free. So I have an easier time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacqui in mo Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Apparently not as there is a big push right now by the National Safety Council for banning all cell phone use in cars. Even hands free versions. They say that cognitively, hands free cell phones are just as distracting. When I first started driving it was hard to talk & drive at the same time, but it's become more natural with kids in the car. But somehow, I don't think they can ban talking to kids/passengers in the car. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/01/11/AR2009011101959.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 So I guess talking on the phone while driving a stick shift is NOT a good thing either? :( Oops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muffinmom Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I can talk on the phone and drive sometimes...but what I really can't do is drive and listen to an audio book---CAN'T DO IT!!! Either I'm focusing on driving and miss important points of the story, or I focus on the story and totally forget I'm driving. NOT GOOD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I just can't do it. I can't concentrate on two things while driving....no way. And from what I see out on the road....I can't be the only one, LOLOL! I also do not think it makes a difference using Bluetooth (hands-free) either. I know if I am having a conversation (not just small talk) with the passenger....I find myself feeling the same as if I was on a cellphone, LOL! . I agree with you - I'd still be too distracted, even with hands free. Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Governess Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 How about texting while driving? Here in CA they just passed a law that made texting while driving illegal. I still can't believe that people actually attempt this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 How about texting while driving? Here in CA they just passed a law that made texting while driving illegal. I still can't believe that people actually attempt this! People are insane. I have seen people driving down the road while on a laptop computer, or reading or drinking coffee, smoking a cigarette and talking on a cell phone. My brother is an OTR driver and he has seen people do things while driving that wouldn't be legal if they were parked! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAMom Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 How about texting while driving? Here in CA they just passed a law that made texting while driving illegal. I still can't believe that people actually attempt this! It's also illegal here to drive while talking on your cell phone unless you're hands free.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 No. No one can do it. And people who think that can are just fooling themselves. Sorry, but studies have shown that it is just as bad (dangerous) as drinking and driving and yes, this means you (collective you not you specifically) too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeannie in NJ Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 just this past year in NJ it became illegal to talk on your cell phone while driving, The fine is up to $250. No way will I ever answer my phone, I always pull over to a safe place to answer it. The only reason I do this is that the only people that have my cell phone number are dh and my kids so it would be one of them calling and they only call if it is IMPORTANT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 But somehow, I don't think they can ban talking to kids/passengers in the car.l[/url] :lol::lol:Think we can ban the children from talking to drivers in the car? Ban all bickering in the car? :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey in TX Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 It is so dangerous to use the cell phone while driving. I do chat often, but it's with the headset. I'm not coordinated enough to hold the phone, turn the steering wheel, change the radio station, and drink soda simultaneously. Something's gotta give! ;) Honestly, I wish others would stop believing that the incoming call takes precedence to the immediate task of driving. Texting is the worst. Anyone remember the national story last year--five graduating cheerleaders died in a fiery crash b/c the driver was texting. I was almost hit on a hairpin turn recently by a teen texting instead of paying attention to the road. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 WA state law would agree with you, although you can do headsets. As long as I'm not trying to dial I don't have a problem driving and talking at the same time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamela H in Texas Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I can do it on the freeway, but not in town. But I don't do it. The headset only helps some people a tiny bit. The issue isn't really whether you have your hands free, it's about the concentration. Talking to a passenger isn't the same thing usually because they can see the road also, slow down or shut up if something is happening, give you cues to what is going on, etc. But on the phone, they just keep carrying on with no idea what you're seeing and dealing with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 I could do it like so many, but wont because it isn't safe. I don't put on makeup, eat, read, text, watch movies or some of the other things drivers do while driving either. I just can't do it. I can't concentrate on two things while driving....no way. And from what I see out on the road....I can't be the only one, LOLOL! I also do not think it makes a difference using Bluetooth (hands-free) either. I know if I am having a conversation (not just small talk) with the passenger....I find myself feeling the same as if I was on a cellphone, LOL! I do think some people are better at it than others.....LOL. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafiki Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy loves Bud Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Mythbusters had an episode about this a while back and they compared drunk driving (just over the legal limit) to driving while talking on the cell phone. The drunk drivers drove better. I have to say I notice a lot of oblivious people out there and they seem to always be talking on a cell phone. :auto: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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