Purpose – Driver distraction and other forms of driver inattention remain significant road safety problems. The purpose of this chapter is to explore recent developments in theoretical and empirical research on driver distraction and inattention and provide the reader with a sense for, and understanding of, the key issues. Methodology – Key references from the literature are reviewed and discussed. Findings – First, we discuss one way of conceptualising the distinction between driver distraction and other forms of inattention, as well as the mechanisms which may underlie these forms of inattention. Second, we underscores how driver distraction may derive from a plethora of sources, and how the potential for performance degradation deriving from driver interaction with these sources may be moderated by a range of factors. Third, we review recent literature on the types of impairments in driving performance and safety associated with driver distraction. Fourth, we outline recent literature on driver distraction and inattention in the realm of highly automated vehicles that will drive the transport future. Finally, we discuss some promising strategies aimed at preventing and mitigating the impact of driver distraction . Research implications – There are many gaps in the driver distraction literature that need to be addressed. In addition, further research needs to be undertaken to examine the role of driver distraction in the realm of highly automated vehicles . Practical implications – The findings point towards of a range of injury prevention countermeasures that have potential to prevent and mitigate driver distraction .


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    Title :

    Chapter 4 Driver Distraction and Inattention


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    2018


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    Article (Journal)


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    Electronic Resource


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    English



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    BKL:    55.84 Straßenverkehr / 55.20 Straßenfahrzeugtechnik
    DDC:    363.125 / 363.12




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