How to avoid distracted driving and stay safe on Ohio roads Experts say a common behavior among drivers can be more dangerous than they think. Author: Kevin Landers Published: 6:44 PM EDT August 4 ...

Taking your eyes off the road for five seconds is equivalent to driving the length of a football field blindfolded at 55 miles per hour.

This common behavior is more dangerous than many think, according to Kevin Rider, a human factors expert who investigates catastrophic accidents.