DRIVER distraction is a killer. Particularly on country roads.
Travelling at speed on roads in our region, you’d be shocked to know just how many metres you cover blind while staring at your phone, changing tracks, making a call, or heaven-forbid, writing a text message.
The death toll on regional roads is shocking compared to metro counterparts. So far this year, 93 people have been killed on regional roads (including four in Greater Shepparton). This is compared to 66 in Melbourne.
According to John Weinert from Roadsafe Goulburn Valley, distraction and fatigue are two factors that should never influence your driving.
“Our main message in regards to your phone is: ‘It can wait’,” John said.
“No matter what noises your phone might be making while you drive, you don’t need to pick it up immediately.”
Roadsafe Goulburn Valley, are hoping their messaging and educational programs can go some way to reducing the trauma of road deaths in our region.
Any death on the road is an unnecessary death. Road crashes don’t just happen. It’s up to every driver to stay focused and well-rested before getting behind the wheel.
For more information, check out RoadSafe Goulburn Valley on Facebook.
