It’s always rather unnerving to see a driver looking at their smartphone, especially if they’re hurtling along a highway at the time. Indeed, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) ...

Arizona drivers may face higher fines for distracted driving. Here's how much texting while driving could cost.

But if your driving suffers while you eat, or spill, that could be trouble. After all, what could be more distracting than ...

Early, targeted intervention as teens learn to drive can curb risk taking before it becomes normalized Edina, Minnesota–(Newsfile Corp. – February 27, 2026) – Distracted driving remains a ...

Handheld phone ban fines begin June 5, 2026. Defensive driving courses can help turn awareness into action by showing ...

The latest distracted driving statistics from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) show that in 2023 alone, distraction-related crashes led to 3,275 deaths. They also resulted in 324,819 ...

Logan was equal parts excited and nervous when he got behind the wheel for the first time. By the time the 15-year-old had spent hours in an abandoned parking lot practicing the basics in his ...

Picture this: you’re on the road with your seatbelt buckled and phone out of sight because you’re a responsible driver. You’ve safely stopped at a red light when you hear a text message ding on your ...

Texting and driving is one of the riskiest behaviors drivers can engage in behind the wheel. When you send or read a text, you may only take your eyes off of the road for a few seconds. But according ...

We all know using a phone while driving is dangerous, but distractions that cause accidents can happen for many reasons.

First violations will be subject to a fine of $100. Subsequent violations will be subject to a $200 fine and 2 points on your ...

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