Time and time again, statistics reveal the dangers of eating and driving, yet people continue to do it every day. If you're guilty of this, consider that it may be a bad habit you're passing on to your children. Check out the video below to see an enlightening test-drive study conducted by Toyota called "Meal on Wheels."
Parents often visit our Toyota dealership in Decatur to purchase cars for teens, so we know firsthand that safety is a top factor when selecting vehicles for young drivers. Still, this alone won't protect your children. It's also just as important to set a good example by driving the way you want your teens to drive.
Statistics have shown that eating on the go can decrease a driver's reaction time by 44 percent and, in the video above, host John Henson even states that looking away from the road for just 5 seconds while traveling at 55 mph is equivalent to driving blindfolded across a football field. Keep these things in mind the next time you think about having food while you drive. If you can avoid this common but dangerous practice, your teens are also less likely to eat behind the wheel.
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