• Texting while driving is one of the many things that distract drivers, despite the law that was passed in 2010 banning texting while driving.

UPDATE: OKEMOS - Adam Nevelles an Okemos High School student was tragically killed 2 years ago in a car accident outside of Okemos High School.

It is unclear whether or not Nevells was distracted at the time of the accident or if he came to a complete stop before turning out.

HOMTV spoke with Meridian Township Police Departments Lieutenant Greg Frenger. He told us that when a driver is entering any road way that they must make a complete stop. He also stated that drivers are encouraged to look both ways at a roadway stop before pulling away.

Officer Frenger said that there are several things that drivers do that they may not be aware of that can distract them.
Such as: eating, reading, talking on the phone, and even texting.

With winter knocking on our door it is extremely important for drivers to have as little distraction as possible.

ORIGINAL STORY: OKEMOS - Simple things drivers can do in order to avoid accidents. Watch Meridian Magazine to find out how you can be a safer driver.