- Distraction: Using a cell phone while driving takes your attention away from the road, increasing the risk of an accident. Talking on the phone, texting, or even glancing at your phone takes your eyes off the road and your hands off the wheel, making it difficult to react to changing conditions.
- Slowed reaction time: Studies have shown that using a cell phone while driving can slow your reaction time by up to 37%. This means that you may not be able to brake in time to avoid a collision.
- Increased crash risk: Using a cell phone while driving increases the risk of a crash by four times. This is especially true for younger drivers, who are less experienced and more likely to take risks.
- Health risks: Using a cell phone while driving can also lead to health problems, such as neck and back pain, eye strain, and headaches.
In addition to the dangers posed to drivers, using a cell phone while driving can also put passengers and other road users at risk. If you are caught using a cell phone while driving, you could also face fines and penalties.
For these reasons, it is important to avoid using a cell phone while driving. If you need to make a call or send a text message, pull over to a safe location and turn off your engine before doing so.
