Fifty-five percent of people said they speed and 61% said they experience occasional road rage, according to the
Over half of drivers, 51%, said they look at their phone while stopped at a red light and 5% of drivers say their phone is always in their hand while driving. Thirty-nine percent of those surveyed admitted to being in a minor fender bender or accident due to distraction.
Twenty percent said they have nearly hit a car or object while distracted. Twenty-eight percent of drivers said they have swerved out of their lane due to distracted driving. But 22% said they feel guilty about using their phone while driving.
Fatigue is also a risk factor, 36% of drivers said they sometimes or often drive while feeling fatigued.
People assume they are better drivers than they are. Fifty-five percent of drivers surveyed said they would describe themselves as somewhat or very cautious but 79% said they usually, sometimes, rarely or never follow speed limits. Sixty-six percent said other drivers' cellphone usage was frustrating.
