The dramatic jump over 2020 figure underscores the seriousness of a leading traffic safety threat.
Texting while driving is six-times more dangerous than intoxicated driving.
Massachusetts has passed a hands-free driving law that makes it the 16th state in the nation to pass such a law, according to media reports.
Oregon secures the position of the strictest state for texting while driving with a maximum fine of $1,000 for the offense, which is 10 times the median fine in the U.S., according to a recent study.
While 73% of western European Millennials say they use their cell phone when behind the wheel, a whopping 86% of Americans in the same demographic admit to doing so, according to a new study.
Some 62% of drivers with adaptive cruise control say they read or send texts while driving as compared with just 49% of drivers without adaptive cruise control, according to a new survey from State Farm.
The Massachusetts Senate recently voted 40-0 to approve legislation that prohibits the use of all mobile devices while behind the wheel.
Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida has signed legislation into law that makes texting behind the wheel a primary traffic offense. Only three states now categorize it as a secondary offense.
After reaching an agreement with the Senate, the Florida House recently passed legislation that would make texting while driving a primary instead of a secondary offense in the state.
Gov. Doug Ducey of Arizona has signed legislation prohibiting drivers from using or holding a cellphone.