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  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Transportation Safety
  • Human Factors

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  • Inattention while driving significantly impacts road safety.
  • Mind wandering (MW), a shift of attention from driving to inner thoughts, is frequent and affects performance.
  • Previous research indicates MW increases crash risk and can be reduced in demanding driving conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine mind wandering in ordinary drivers whose MW did not result in accidents.
  • To understand the personal characteristics, contexts, awareness, and thought content associated with MW during driving.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire-based study was conducted on ordinary drivers.
  • Data collected included personal characteristics, driving context, MW awareness, and thought content for the most recent trip.

Main Results:

  • Mind wandering affected 85.2% of drivers, averaging 34.74% of trip time.
  • MW is more prevalent in low-attention situations (familiar routes, monotonous roads, driving alone).
  • Drivers were generally aware of MW episodes, with thoughts often concerning neutral, present-, or future-oriented private matters.

Conclusions:

  • Mind wandering appears to be a functional state potentially aiding in problem-solving.
  • Further research is crucial to address MW's safety implications and develop driver support solutions.