A person driving a car clutches a smartphone in one hand and a green bottle in the other, illustrating a dangerous blend of distracted and drunk driving.

Distracted Driving vs Drunk Driving: A Comparison

Any action that distracts the driver from operating a car is considered distracted driving. These include using a phone, eating and drinking, conversing with passengers, or tinkering with the car’s electronics. Drunk driving involves operating a vehicle while having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08%, which is the legal limit, or more. Drinking reduces…