DUI Simulator – a wake up call
Drinking and driving is a definite no-no. A driver who has taken in too much alcohol does not only place his or her life in great peril but also the lives of other motorists. Aside from the possible injuries and casualties, driving under the influence (DUI) can also leave an awful lot of damages, which include vehicles and establishments, that can cost thousands of dollars. In stressing the fight against DUI, sober drivers from the James River High School in Springwood, Virginia were given the chance to experience the inconvenience of alcohol when driving via the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) –produced DUI Simulator last December 6.
Two students and a principal took on the challenge and drove the DUI Simulator, which is actually a golf car that was made to look like a police car, in a normal track. After getting acquainted with the path, the driver was asked to wear the Fatal Vision goggles. Under the supervision of Allen Mann and Mason Jordan of the Virginia State Police, the person behind the wheel tried to steer the DUI Simulator as safely as he or she can. Despite being sober, these drivers had difficulties because of the impaired vision that is very similar to a person who has a .12 to .14 alcohol level in his or her system.
The end result was cones were scattered all over the track. This only showed how dangerous it is to drive under the influence of alcohol. Feeling tipsy is not only the problem as drunk drivers also suffer from impaired vision. Such program made others feel beforehand what it is like to put drinking and driving together.
To further educate young drivers and even the so-called veterans of the dangers of DUI, more DUI Simulator is set to reach local schools across the United States with the support of MADD.
Source: Our Valley.
