Teens still have lots of things to learn, as drivers and as
persons, and responsibility is probably one of the most important thing. All of the Denver driving schools profusely teach no cell phone use while driving, period.
You never thought it
would be such a big deal if you answered your phone, even for a few seconds,
while driving, right? But how many times did those seconds actually turn into longer
periods? Or maybe you get bored when you drive a longer way alone in the car
and you want to talk to someone. The desire to talk is not to be condemned. And
yet ... talking on the phone, with one hand on the steering wheel and the other
holding the phone, diminishes your attention much more than you thought and
exposes you and the other traffic participant at high risks.
These risks are not to be neglected. There is no excuse ever
for risking the lives of other people, much less for using the phone. This is
just plain irresponsible, and the consequences will be severe.
What solutions do we have?
Numerous. Each phone comes with a pair of wired headphones. You
do not know where they are? No problem: there are also Bluetooth headsets you
can use. Another very good alternative is a portable car kit with Bluetooth,
this system allowing you to talk while driving with both hands.
