Jersey Drivers Urged To Pay Attention Behind The Wheel

Highway safety officials are calling on all Jersey motorists to stop talking and texting on their cell phones – and avoid drinking alcohol - especially during the holiday season.

During a visit to the Bridgewater Commons Mall, representatives from the State Division of Highway Traffic Safety and the Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission set up an interactive booth to give shoppers the chance to tackle a video driving game while wearing vision impairing goggles, and typing a short text message on their cell phones.

Also on hand was a New Jersey State Police Trooper who conducted simulated sobriety tests.

“Distracted Driving is a real problem” said Gary Poedubicky, Acting Director of the Division of Highway Traffic Safety, “it’s an uphill battle for us – it’s causing many problems out on the roadways- especially at this time of year when everyone is out shopping.”

He also said “during the holiday period, we see increased traffic on the state’s roads, which mean drivers need to be even more vigilant and pay close attention to the road.”