Does using a hands-free system while driving influence the driver's attention capacity?

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The correct answer is yes, it can make it difficult for the driver to maintain proper attention. As road safety experts, we must distinguish between what is legal and what is safe. Although regulations allow the use of wireless devices that do not require the use of hands or headphones, 'cognitive distraction' persists. The brain has limited processing capacity; when holding a phone conversation, much of the attention is diverted to the dialogue, causing what is known as 'inattention blindness' (looking without seeing). This causes the driver to miss important signs, increases reaction time, and leads to errors in decision-making, significantly increasing the risk of an accident.

Does using a hands-free system while driving influence the driver's attention capacity?

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