Distracted driving is a dangerous and common occurrence on today’s roadways. Cell phones and texting are part of the problem, but any activity that diverts attention from driving presents a risk. With roadway fatalities increasing, the Travelers Institute® Every Second Matters initiative recognizes that every driver, passenger and pedestrian has a role to play in changing social norms around distraction. Help drive change by speaking up, setting an example and empowering others to drive and walk present.
“Distracted driving is a serious problem on today’s roads, and it affects us all. Even if you don’t believe you’re distracted, you and your loved ones still share the road with drivers who are. We are committed to furthering thoughtful dialogue about the
serious risks of, and solutions to, distracted driving.”
Alan Schnitzer
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Travelers
February 21, 2019
Every Second Matters (Minneapolis, MN)
February 26, 2019
Every Second Matters (West Hartford, CT)
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Contrary to popular belief, distracted driving does not have to involve a phone. In fact, the phrase 'distracted driving' refers to a broad range of activities; any activity that distracts your brain from the task at hand. This article speaks with three Travelers executives to relay how everyone on the road can combat distracted driving.
Each day nine people are killed by distracted driving, leaving their stories unfinished. We honor Phil by bringing his unfinished story to life through imagining what could have been.
Chris Hayes from Travelers discusses the role employers can play in reducing distracted driving among employees.
Chris Hayes from Travelers discusses the role employers can play in reducing distracted driving among employees.
Doug Rieder from Sterling Seacrest Partners explains how employers can create a safety culture to help reduce distracted driving.
Jane Terry from the National Safety Council explains the goals of the Road to Zero Coalition.
Brian Mixon from the Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety discusses what it will take to reduce distracted driving.
With its Every Second MattersSM distracted driving initiative, the Travelers Institute is challenging all drivers to set positive examples and help change attitudes about what is socially acceptable behind the wheel. This guide offers a snapshot of roadway distraction and the rise in traffic fatalities in recent years. Readers can use it as a conversation starter to empower friends and family to drive with fewer distractions.
Travelers is proud to sponsor the public television documentary "3 Seconds Behind the Wheel." The documentary follows the lives of eight drivers, over six months, and shows the true behaviors and consequences behind distracted driving.
New Ways Sought to Combat Distracted Driving, As Survey Shows 75 Percent of Locals Use Phone in Car, The Inquirer
Study: 91% of Millennials Driving Around Philadelphia-Area Are Driving Distracted, Fox 29
UPenn Hosts 'How To Stop Distracted Driving' Event, CBS Philly
Survey Finds Half of Philly Drivers Read Texts and Emails While Driving, Property Casualty
Travelers Institute to Discuss Distracted Driving Epidemic at Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario Convention, Press Release
Texas Banned Texting And Driving A Year Ago. Why Won't We Stop Doing It?, Star-Telegram
The Travelers Institute is pleased to join the Road to Zero Coalition in working to reduce traffic fatalities.
Are you driving under the influence of your phone? Take this quiz to test your knowledge about distracted driving and your phone.
See how much distracted driving puts you and others on the road at risk.
The Travelers Institute has worked with a variety of organizations in launching the Every Second Matters initiative to help reduce distracted driving. View all collaborations here.
