Texting and driving is one of the riskiest behaviors drivers can engage in behind the wheel. When you send or read a text, ...

Technology and new laws may have a role in curbing dangerous vehicle accidents caused by distracted driving while texting or using a cell phone or a music player. But federal officials today also put ...

The not-so-shocking revelation comes as cities and states across the country grapple with trying to enact laws that ban texting behind the wheel. The study, called "Text Messaging During Simulated ...

SAN ANTONIO (Reuters) - Texting or emailing while driving is more dangerous than previously thought, according to a new study of the behavior. "Essentially texting while driving doubles a driver's ...

The New York Times' epic crusade against driving while texting--comprising seven reports since July 17--may finally pay off in legislation. On Wednesday, transportation secretary Ray LaHood is ...

After the New York Times' devastating report on the 23-fold risk of driving while texting, no blogger in the world spoke up for the virtues of thumbing digits behind the wheel. (If there is one, ...

Follow this author to personalize your feed and get instant alerts. WHY FOLLOW? Update your preferences in Account Settings An man works his phone as he drives through traffic in Dallas, Tuesday, Feb.

Texting at a red light in New Jersey is illegal and can lead to steep fines and license suspension. Here's what to know.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Starting next month, Pennsylvania drivers need to put down their cellphone and most electronic devices while driving or risk a $50 ...