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GEICO Asks: Just How Distracted Are Distracted Drivers?
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WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As Distracted
Driving Awareness Month 2019 draws to a close, GEICO urges drivers
to learn the risks associated with distracted driving.
How much is distracted driving affecting roadways?
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How much more likely is it for a crash to occur if drivers are
interacting with a smartphone?Drivers who use a
handheld phone increase their risk of crashing by two to three times
compared to a sober, alert driver according to the Virginia Tech
Transportation Institute. Prior to putting the car in gear, drivers
should consider silencing their phones, turning on the ‘do not disturb
function’ or placing them out of reach altogether in the car.
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How many drivers utilize ‘do not disturb while driving’ mode?
Looking
at drivers who had iPhones specifically, the Insurance Institute for
Highway Safety found that only one in five had Apple’s ‘do not disturb
while driving’ mode activated.
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Around 10 percent of fatal crashes resulted from distracted driving
– why do researchers think this is a low estimate?At
the scene of a crash, distraction is very hard to prove unless a
driver freely admits to diverting his/her attention. According to IIHS
many more fatal crashes may have resulted from distracted driving;
however, distraction was not noted as the cause.
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Is it fair to only blame smartphones for issues related to
distracted driving?Smartphones are only one piece of
the problem. In a new observational study from the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, a large percentage of drivers were seen partaking
in other distracting behaviors such as eating/drinking, interacting
with passengers, wearing headphones and reaching for items in the
vehicle.
To avoid becoming a statistic, GEICO urges drivers to switch their
phones to ‘do not disturb’ mode, leave their GPS’ alone, plan their
meals outside of driving times and set playlists in advance.
For more distracted driving tips, visit GEICO’s Smartdogs Distracted
Driving resources page.
GEICO
(Government Employees Insurance Company), the second-largest auto
insurer in the U.S., was founded in 1936 and insures more than 28
million vehicles.
To make changes, report claims, print insurance cards and purchase
additional products, policyholders can log into their car
insurance policy, connect via GEICO
Mobile, phone or
by visiting a GEICO
local agent.
Contacts
GEICO Communications
[email protected]
To
view GEICO’s Blog: https://www.geico.com/more/
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Humboldt
Humboldt Seed Company partners with Apollo Green to bring California cannabis genetics to the global marketplace
Apollo Green to distribute Humboldt Seed Company clonal cannabis genetics to Germany, Portugal and Australia
SAN FRANCISCO, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Humboldt Seed Company (HSC), California’s leading cannabis seed producer, has announced a partnership with Canadian-based Apollo Green to make eight breeder cuts available to researchers, licensed commercial cultivators and home growers in legal markets worldwide. This first-to-market clonal genetics release is a significant milestone and will expand access to distinctive, high-quality cannabis genetics in both established and emerging global markets including Germany, Portugal and Australia.
The curated, breeder-verified selection includes pioneering triploid genetics, such as OG Triploid and Donutz Triploid alongside the legendary cult classic Blueberry Muffin. Also available are All Gas OG with a THC content of 21% and four high-THC strains in the 30-35% range: Golden Sands, Guzzlerz, Jelly Donutz and Orange Creampop. These selections represent the top .01% from HSC’s extensive California pheno-hunting program.
Exports will begin in May under Apollo Green’s Canadian federal cannabis license. All shipments have Canadian phytosanitary certification, ensuring plants have been inspected, and are clean and free of pests.
“Access for all to quality genetics has been our core focus since the beginning,” said HSC Co-founder and Chief Science Officer, Benjamin Lind. “Our science-based approach to breeding aligns perfectly with Apollo Green’s high standards and we are excited to be able to extend these hand-selected cuts to a wider audience, especially at this pivotal time where we’re seeing positive regulatory changes globally.”
Oisin Tierney, Apollo Green Director of Business Development, said, “California has long been recognized for setting industry standards, and we are proud to play a role in bringing these esteemed genetics to cultivators worldwide. The triploids are especially noteworthy in terms of the unprecedented potential for enhanced plant vigor, higher yields, shorter flowering times and superior returns for solventless extraction.”
About Humboldt Seed Company
Established in 2001, Humboldt Seed Company is a Northern California heritage brand providing quality cannabis genetics to commercial cultivators and home growers in legalized states across the U.S. and international markets including Spain, Canada, Jamaica, South Africa, Colombia, France, Portugal, Greece, the UK, Malta and Thailand. With a focus on environmental and social justice, they combine traditional breeding and modern scientific practices in their strain development program. They have served the cannabis community for over two decades.
For more information visit https://humboldtseedcompany.com/.
About Apollo Green
Licensed since 2019, Apollo Green is Canada’s leader in cannabis genetics. The company’s mission is to provide an ever-growing bank of seeds and clones to medical patients and recreational consumers. Apollo Green provides clean, trusted cannabis seeds and clones, which are backed by the foremost tissue culture technology to reduce risks, costs and time-to-market for licensed producers around the world. Apollo Green is passionate about cannabis genetics.
For more information visit https://apollogreen.com/.
Media contact
Jaana Prall
[email protected]
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