A National Safety Council public opinion poll indicates that 80 percent of drivers across the country believe that hands-free devices are safer than using a handheld phone despite evidence this is nit true. More than 30 studies show hands-free devices …
Using voice-to-text messaging, included in systems such as Ford Motor Co.’s Sync and Toyota Motor Corp.’s Entune, is more distracting to drivers than making calls with handheld mobile phones, a study by AAA found. Texting a friend verbally while behind …
California drivers will be allowed to text when they’re behind the wheel of a car, as long as they’re using a hands-free device, and with some restrictions. Under a bill signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown on Friday, beginning …
The Bozeman City Commission in Montana has voted 4-1 to adopt an ordinance that would prohibit the use of hand-held electronic devices while driving or bicycling within city limits. Commissioners voted Monday night and will consider a second, final passage …
