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198. Distraction
Distraction is anything that takes a driver’s attention away from safely controlling the vehicle and observing the road. Common distractions include mobile phones, navigation systems, passengers, eating, adjusting controls or looking away from traffic. Distraction can be visual, manual or mental and may significantly increase reaction time. Drivers should keep their attention on the road, prepare navigation and other settings before moving and avoid activities that interfere with safe driving.
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What is distracted driving?
Distracted driving occurs when a driver's visual, manual or mental attention is diverted from driving and the surrounding traffic.
🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 159–169, observation; national guidance example
What are common driving distractions?
Common distractions include mobile phones, navigation systems, passengers, eating, adjusting vehicle controls and looking away from the road.
🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 159–169, observation; national guidance example
Why is using a phone while driving dangerous?
Using a phone can combine visual, manual and mental distraction, reducing the driver's ability to notice hazards and react quickly.
🔗 gov.uk • Great Britain Highway Code, Rules 159–169, observation; national guidance example

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