A cat sits on the back of the seat as a man drives a car. According to a survey from Compare the Market, 81% of American drivers have been in a car accident that involved a distracted driver. Photo: Shutterstock.com

Technological advancements have made many parts of life easier, but they have also led to a slew of new distractions tempting drivers to take their eyes off of the road. However, while these gadgets certainly contribute to the number of vehicle accidents, many distractions plaguing American drivers are nothing new.

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Brittney Meredith-Miller

Brittney Meredith-Miller is assistant editor of PropertyCasualty360.com. She can be reached at [email protected].

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