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IT Can Help Auto Industry Minimize Driver Distraction

Source: www.gartner.com
Topic: Automotive Industry

Sort Desciption: The auto industry needs to address driver distraction issues before legislative measures regulate. in-vehicle technologies and restrict the use of portable ...

Content Inside: Research Publication Date: 27 April 2006 ID Number: G00139790 © 2006 Gartner, Inc. and/or its Affiliates. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction and distribution of this publication in any form without prior written permission is forbidden. The conclusions, projections and recommendations represent Gartners initial analysis. As a result, our positions are subject to refinements or major changes as Gartner analysts gather more information and perform further analysis. Gartner disclaims all warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of such information. Although Gartners research may discuss legal issues related to the information technology business, Gartner does not provide legal advice or services and its research should not be construed or used as such. Gartner shall have no liability for errors, omissions or inadequacies in the information contained herein or for interpretations thereof. The opinions expressed herein are subject to change without notice. IT Can Help Auto Industry Minimize Driver Distraction Thilo Koslowski A recent government study reveals factors contributing to driver distractions. The auto industry must minimize driver distraction by leveraging innovative technologies to meet customer needs and legislative requirements. Publication Date: 27 April 2006/ID Number: G00139790 of 3 © 2006 Gartner, Inc. and/or its Affiliates. All Rights Reserved. NEWS ANALYSIS Event On 20 April 2006, the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) released the results of their 100-Car Naturalistic Driving Study. The study used video and sensors to track drivers of 100 vehicles. Data was gathered on crashes and near-crashes and contributing circumstances. The results indicated that cell phones are the most common driver distraction and cause a threefold increase in the risk of a crash or near-crash. Analysis The auto industry needs to address driver distrac ...

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