EPISODE · Aug 19, 2026 · 32 MIN
Distracted Driving Isn't What You Think It Is
from The Straight Shift with The Car Chick · host LeeAnn Shattuck, The Car Chick: Your Car Buying and Repair Expert
Distracted driving isn't just texting, eating, or screwing around with your touchscreen. After The Car Chick got a ticket for running a red light she didn't even realize she'd run, she learned firsthand how emotions and cognitive distraction can affect even a highly trained, attentive driver.In this episode, LeeAnn looks at what distracted driving really means, why your eyes can be on the road while your brain is somewhere else, and some simple exercises to improve your situational awareness behind the wheel.Bottom line: Don't just look at the road. Read the road.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn:WebsiteInstagramFacebookYouTubeWork with LeeAnn:Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a CarCar Buying ServiceCopyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.
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Distracted driving isn't just texting, eating, or screwing around with your touchscreen. After The Car Chick got a ticket for running a red light she didn't even realize she'd run, she learned firsthand how emotions and cognitive distraction can affect even a highly trained, attentive driver. In this episode, LeeAnn looks at what distracted driving really means, why your eyes can be on the road while your brain is somewhere else, and some simple exercises to improve your situational awareness...
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