{"id":521,"date":"2024-04-16T19:42:08","date_gmt":"2024-04-16T19:42:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/scottisautosales\/?p=521"},"modified":"2024-04-23T21:04:25","modified_gmt":"2024-04-23T21:04:25","slug":"sarasota-cruisers-put-the-phone-down-and-enjoy-the-drive-this-april","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.scottisautosales.com\/blog\/sarasota-cruisers-put-the-phone-down-and-enjoy-the-drive-this-april\/","title":{"rendered":"Sarasota Cruisers: Put the Phone Down and Enjoy the Drive this April!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Here at Scotti&#8217;s Auto Sales, we&#8217;re all about the joy of cruising down Sarasota&#8217;s beautiful streets in a head-turning <a title=\"preowned bmw sarasota\" href=\"https:\/\/www.scottisautosales.com\/used-cars-sarasota-fl\">pre-owned luxury car<\/a>. But with that joy comes a responsibility \u2013 the responsibility to drive safely. That&#8217;s why we want to remind everyone that April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"778\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/490\/2024\/04\/16194154\/driving-a-car.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/490\/2024\/04\/16194154\/driving-a-car.png 778w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/490\/2024\/04\/16194154\/driving-a-car-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/490\/2024\/04\/16194154\/driving-a-car-768x492.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 778px) 100vw, 778px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Distracted driving is a serious issue, and it&#8217;s not just about texting and driving.\u00a0 Anything that takes your eyes off the road or your mind off driving can be a distraction, increasing your risk of an accident. This includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Using your phone<\/strong>: Texting, talking on the phone (even hands-free!), or using navigation apps can all be dangerous.<\/li><li><strong>Eating and drinking<\/strong>: Spills happen, and fumbling for food can take your eyes off the road.<\/li><li><strong>Grooming<\/strong>: Fixing your makeup or hair while driving is a recipe for disaster.<\/li><li><strong>Adjusting the stereo or climate control<\/strong>: Fiddling with knobs and buttons can take your focus away from the road.<\/li><li><strong>Talking to passengers<\/strong>: Engaging in lively conversations can be distracting, especially with excited kids in the back.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, safe driving habits are essential year-round. Here at Scotti&#8217;s Auto Sales, we want to help you make Sarasota&#8217;s roads safer. So, how can you be a part of the solution?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Put your phone away!<\/strong> Before you even start the car, silence your phone or put it in a place where you can&#8217;t reach it while driving.<\/li><li><strong>Designate a &#8220;distraction-free zone&#8221; in your car<\/strong>. This could be the front passenger seat where someone else can handle calls or texts.<\/li><li><strong>Be a good passenger<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re riding with someone who&#8217;s distracted, speak up politely and remind them to focus on the road.<\/li><li><strong>Lead by example<\/strong>. When you&#8217;re behind the wheel of one of our beautiful pre-owned luxury cars, focus on the driving experience! Enjoy the Sarasota scenery, feel the power of the engine, and appreciate the comfort and style of your car.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Distracted driving is preventable. By working together, we can all make Sarasota&#8217;s roads safer for everyone. So this April, put the phone down, buckle up, and experience the joy of driving a <strong>Scotti&#8217;s Auto Sales<\/strong> pre-owned luxury car the way it was meant to be experienced \u2013 with focus and appreciation for the open road. You can find us located at <a title=\"sarasota used car dealership\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/SCOTTI'S+AUTO+SALES+-+SARASOTA+LUXURY+%26+EXOTICS+CARS\/@27.2993654,-82.5162277,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88c34147ab519dab:0x9fe915fb6d6980c!8m2!3d27.2993654!4d-82.5136474!16s%2Fg%2F1v5fspt1?entry=ttu\">2811 Bee Ridge Road in Sarasota<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Happy cruising, Sarasota!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here at Scotti&#8217;s Auto Sales, we&#8217;re all about the joy of cruising down Sarasota&#8217;s beautiful streets in a head-turning pre-owned luxury car. But with that joy comes a responsibility \u2013 the responsibility to drive safely. 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