The USA: between leading and writing a SMS, it is necessary to choose 2007-08-08
According to an Harris Interactive study published yesterday and reported by AFP, 89% of the 2.049 adults questioned via a survey on line declared that the writing/reading of SMS while leading was a dangerous activity and who should be prohibited. 92% even estimated that it was as serious as to lead with some glasses in blood.
Only, the man is paradoxical. In front of this collective awakening, they are nevertheless still 66% to admit to read messages text whereas they are at the wheel. 57% admit writing some from time to time. Moreover, these figures amount to 79 and 72% for the old individuals from 18 to 34 years and fall to 55% for the seniors of more than 55 years.
When one connects this study with that carried out by Virginia Tech Transportation Institute and the US National Highway Safety Administration last year, it seems very probable that measurements will be taken in the United States. According to these organizations, nearly 80% of the automobile accidents accuse the distraction of the drivers states-uniens, an ill will initially caused by the mobile telephone.