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Who are 'distracted drivers'?

Distracted drivers are anyone whose attention is diverted from the primary task of driving. This can include using a mobile phone, eating, adjusting the radio, or even talking to passengers. The study suggests that the excitement around new music releases can make drivers particularly susceptible to this, leading to a measurable increase in fatal incidents.

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