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Massachusetts Moves to Ban Cellphone Usage While Driving

Massachusetts is one step closer to having legislation that would bar any driver from using hand-held cellphones while behind the wheel, according to an AP article.

‘Hands-free’ Cellphone Bill Advances in Minnesota Senate

The Minnesota Senate has voted overwhelmingly for a bill barring cellphone use while driving unless the phone is being used in a “hands-free” mode, according to an article by the StarTribune.

Michigan Legislature Considering Hands-Free Cellphone Bill

Three bills are being proposed to the Michigan Legislature that would only allow hands-free calls and texting, as well as increase penalties for people who text or post on social media while driving.

New IIHS Research Indicates Driver Cellphone Interactions Up 57 Percent

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) announced that new research indicates that manipulating a cellphone was a contributing factor in more than 800 crash deaths on U.S. roads during 2017 amid a marked increase in the percentage of drivers observed interacting with cellphones.

Georgia Lawmakers Considering Hands-Free Cellphone Bill

House Bill 673 would enact a hands-free driving law for Georgia and stiffen the penalties for distracted driving.

Distracted Driving Trends: Use of Internet, Social Media on Hand-Held Cellphones Spikes

State Farm surveyed consumers regarding their attitudes and behaviors when it comes to distracted driving, revealing surprising trends over time.

Study Finds Cellphone Notifications Impair Drivers’ Focus

The study found that the simple notification distraction is comparable to the effects seen when users actively use their cellphones to send texts or make calls.

NSC Estimates Cellphones Involved in 27 Percent of All Crashes

The estimate includes crashes involving drivers who are texting or talking on handheld or hands-free cellphones.

IIHS Says Cellphone Use Hasn’t Resulted in Big Boost in Crashes

Studies show cellphone use is a distraction, but their use hasn’t resulted in an “epidemic of crashes.”

CIF Announces Auto Video Engage as In-Kind Donor

The Collision Industry Foundation announced that Auto Video Engage has donated the use of their newly introduced video testimonial marketing platform for CIF to use in their communication efforts.