The U.S. Department of Transportation asked automakers to redesign distracting electronic systems and prevent drivers from accessing social networks like Facebook and Twitter while a car is moving.
According to Bloomberg Businessweek, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, in non-binding guidelines issued today, called for disabling manual texting, internet browsing, 10-digit phone dialing and the ability to enter addresses into a built-in navigation system for drivers unless a car is parked.
When a car is moving, messages and other infotainment tasks should require no more than two-second glances.
The guidelines are part of the U.S. government’s broader effort against distracted driving. According to the National Highway Transportation and Safety Agency, distracted driving cost the life of 3,092 people in 2010.
The guidelines does not apply to electronic warning systems such as lane-departure or collision alerts. The department seek comments before making them final.
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