CTIA Road Tests Safe Driving Technology at International CTIA WIRELESS 2010®
WASHINGTON--International CTIA WIRELESS 2010® today announced the addition of a Safe Driving Pavilion, educational session and vehicle demonstrations to highlight safe driving solutions and polices. International CTIA WIRELESS 2010 will place March 23-25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
As part of an ongoing effort to educate consumers about safe driving practices and responsible wireless use, the wireless industry will exhibit innovative solutions that decrease driver distractions on the road. Companies already planning to participate in the Safe Driving Pavilion on the tradeshow floor include Aegis Mobility, Drive Safely Corporation, Illume Software, Try Safety First, Inc., Vlingo and ZoomSafer.
The CTIA educational program’s Policy Track will host a panel of wireless industry and safety experts during an educational session dedicated to safe driving.
Outside the Las Vegas Convention Center, several companies will operate live driving demos on a track featuring a variety of mobile safety software and products.
“CTIA and our members have been dedicated to educating people about the dangers of distracted driving for almost ten years. In addition to education, we believe another important component to stop distracted driving is technology that is consumer-friendly, affordable and is not based on inflexible mandates that could stifle innovation. I am looking forward to learning more about these technologies at our show,” said Steve Largent, CTIA President & CEO.
“For 25 years, International CTIA WIRELESS has provided this industry with a marketplace for ideas and real technology solutions to everyday challenges,” said Robert Mesirow, vice president and show director for CTIA. “Distracted driving is no exception, and this new pavilion, session and outdoor track will demonstrate how mobile companies are innovating to protect customers.”
For nearly a decade, CTIA and member companies have been educating consumers about risks associated with distracted driving. Most recently, CTIA partnered with the National Safety Council to release a teen-focused “On the Road, Off the Phone” campaign with a TV public service announcement and Web site, www.onroadoffphone.org. Over the last few months, CTIA has participated in several Congressional hearings and spoken with numerous stakeholders to discuss ways the industry can help stop distracted driving.
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