With the utilization of technology in our society on the rise, it’s inevitable that the seconds, minutes, and even hours of our lives spent on our smartphones, tablets, and portable computers, will, in fact, increase as we advance in our daily lives. Technology has changed our lives drastically, having effect on everyday activities such as driving. Take the GPS as an example; we utilize it in our everyday travel experiences to guide us to places we desire to go. Without the GPS, it would be tougher for the majority of the population to find their ways to places they wish, or have a necessity to go to. This is only one example of one of many technological items that are employed and embellished in our generation. Regarding our driving experience, …show more content…
Carolyn McCarthy, a Democratic representative in congress from Brooklyn, New York, who has been re-elected seven times, has made major steps in improving her community as well as our nation in actions towards tighter gun control in New York, and public safety. She currently is leading a battle against the action of texting while driving, which also expands into the matters of driving without using smartphones with the exception of voice-accessible devices. According to McCarthy, “Distracted motorists are far more likely to cause roadway accidents.” There are facts to prove this; A study conducted by Virginia Tech University found that when drivers are pushing buttons on a screen while simultaneously driving, they are twenty-three more times likely to get in an accident. McCarthy states: “Whether one is a novice or experienced driver, actions that lead to diverting one’s eyes from the roadway and hands from the steering wheel can, and often do, lead to roadway accidents.” Another study conducted by Car and Driver Magazine, states that texting while driving is more dangerous than driving under the influence (depending on certain