Assessing the Effects of In-Vehicle Tasks on Driving Performance

New technologies and devices inside the automobile can compete for drivers’ limited attention, raising concerns about driver distraction. This article provides a short overview of some of the issues surrounding in-vehicle tasks, particularly their impact on visual scanning and driving performance. Evidence from a variety of experimental approaches offers key scientific findings that form the basis for taking action to prevent and manage distraction – through the design of products, advanced technology, legislation, and education and training applications.

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