Highways and Public Works

Distracted Driving

How Distraction Affects You

8 out of 10 collisions involve some form of driver inattention within 3 seconds before the event.

Drivers who don’t focus on driving make the road less safe for you and your family.  Check out this video clip for a recent example.

You can reduce the risk of a distracted driving collision by choosing to drive safely, and keeping your focus on the road. 

Yukon's Distracted Drivers....

In 2007, Yukon crash statistics recorded inattention/distraction as a contributing factor in 182 crashes; causing 49 injuries and 3 fatalities.

In 2008, distraction was a factor in 169 crashes; causing 47 injuries and 2 fatalities.

Think Distraction doesn't affect you?   Think again... 

Take UK’s ‘Think Driving Challenge’ and see how you do.


Contact Transport Services

Government of Yukon
Department of Highways and Public Works
Box 2703 (W-17)
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6

Phone: (867) 667-5297
Toll free (in Yukon): 1-800-661-0408, local 5297
Fax: (867) 667-5799
Email: road.safety@gov.yk.ca