Too Many Drivers Using Their Phones, Despite Knowing Dangers

Past studies have shown that drivers who talk on cell phones are up to four times more likely to crash, and those who text are up to eight times more likely to be involved in a collision than individuals who don’t use phones while driving. A survey of more than 2,600 drivers revealed that nearly 58% agreed that talking on a cell phone is a serious threat to their safety, while 78% admitted the texting is a significant danger. Yet, nearly 50% of those surveyed said they had recently talked on their cellphone while driving and more than one-third had sent a text or email while behind the wheel. AAA, April 2018