A sophisticated, real-world study confirms that dialing, texting or reaching for a cellphone while driving raises the risk of a crash or near-miss, especially for younger drivers. But the research ...

Are texting or cellphone calls really that dangerous? April 21, 2011 — -- There are probably few people who are surprised to hear cellphones and driving don't mix -- but do you believe it's true ...

How many accidents are caused by texting and driving? Most people know that texting behind the wheel can increase the likelihood of a crash, but just how many accidents are caused by texting and ...

Texting and driving is dangerous and one of the worst decisions you can make while behind the wheel—right up there with driving under the influence. Thousands of distracted drivers cause death and ...

Spread the loveIn a recent national poll conducted in February 2026, a striking statistic emerged: one in three parents of teenagers and young adults aged 16 to 25 expressed serious concerns that ...

Texting while driving is illegal in California — even when you’re stopped at a red light. What about making a call? In the United States, a total of 3,275 people were killed in car crashes involving ...

A Pennsylvania law banning the use of handheld devices while operating vehicles, including at red lights or in heavy traffic, goes into effect June 5. Named for a 21-year-old killed by a distracted ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) - Holding your cell phone while driving in Florida could soon be illegal. A Senate committee advanced a hands-free driving bill Wednesday morning.

Elon Musk has given the thumbs-up to some Tesla drivers texting behind the wheel. The EV maker recently introduced a 30-day free trial of its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) features on its North ...

Most states outlaw texting while driving, yet many drivers still do it. A survey by driveresearch.com found that 45% of drivers admitted to texting behind the wheel, and the actual number is likely ...