Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Tesla CEO Elon Musk said texting while driving with the EV maker’s newest Full Self-Driving software enabled is okay to do.

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and this year the Department of Transportation is marking the occasion with an unprecedented - and memorable - ad campaign. The centerpiece is a 30-second ...

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 ...

Despite years of public awareness campaigns, evolving traffic laws, and increasingly advanced vehicle safety features, distracted driving remains a persistent and growing problem in 2025. Tools like ...

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 ...

Arizona drivers may face higher fines for distracted driving. A new bill could raise second offense penalties to $400.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee senators passed a bill removing the $60 cap on fines for a violation of the state's texting ...

Last night, on my way driving home from the gym, I was incredibly tempted to pick up my cell phone and text. I had just gotten a couple of messages, and I was sitting stopped at a traffic light — what ...

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 people know that texting behind the wheel can increase the likelihood of a crash, but just how many accidents are caused by texting and driving? The Sumner Law Group LLC explores the risk factors ...