Modern automobiles have a lot of features designed to keep drivers safe and prevent accidents. They have backup cameras, collision warning systems, blindspot monitoring systems and even automatic braking systems. In a lot of cases, these are more effective than a human driver. A forward collision warning system may tell the car to brake independently long before the driver has even noticed the hazard, for instance.
In many ways, tech certainly does make people safer on the road. Accidents are prevented when drivers get alerts and warnings about vehicles they didn’t see or mistakes they are about to make. But some studies have said that this safety technology is also making people worse drivers. And the problem is that they are overreliant on it.
How effective are the safety systems?
The problem with overreliance on these systems is that the driver is still supposed to be in control of the car. They are still supposed to be focused on driving and paying attention to the road.
But some drivers are so convinced that their car will keep them safe that they spend their time texting, talking to passengers or even reading email messages and social media posts. There have been cases where accidents were caused by drivers who were watching movies.
So, while technology can help, drivers still need to focus on safety themselves. If they do not, accident rates are not going to decline. Unfortunately, many drivers do make these errors. Those who are injured in car accidents need to know about all their legal options to seek financial compensation. If you find yourself in this position, do not hesitate to call Quinn Law Firm at 814-833-2222.
