has become an increasingly common concern in today’s fast-paced world. With the rise of smartphones and constant connectivity, drivers often feel the urge to make calls, send messages, or check ...

A 2024 survey conducted by United Tires found that 61% of American drivers use GPS at least once per week. Google Maps was the most popular app choice, used by 63% of drivers, followed by Apple Maps, ...

31 states and the District of Columbia now enforce a certain distracted driving law—and three states have joined this movement in the last few months. Most states have strict laws in place to prevent ...

BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—House Bill 519 has been sent to Governor Jeff Landry’s desk. It would prohibit the use of a cell phone or telecommunication device while operating a vehicle. Currently, ...

Picture this: You’re stopped at a red light when you decide to alter your route. Are you legally allowed to check Google Maps on your smartphone? Or do you risk getting a ticket for using a map app?

Most states have strict laws in place to prevent distracted driving through cell phone use, and Iowa and Louisiana are the latest to join this effort. Since July 1, Iowa drivers have been prohibited ...

(KRON) — A California appellate court ruled Tuesday that a state law prohibiting the handheld use of cellphones while driving also applies to holding phones operating as navigation systems. The Court ...

A new Pennsylvania law aimed at cracking down on distracted driving is set to go in effect Thursday, one that could lead to citations for what have become common driving behaviors. Paul Miller’s Law ...

SLIDELL (WGNO) — Any use of a hand-held phone while driving, such as calling, texting or scrolling, is going to be illegal starting Aug. 1. State representative Brian Glorioso who sponsored the bill ...

It will become illegal next month to use a phone while driving in Louisiana unless it’s for hands-free calls or navigation. On Monday, Gov. Jeff Landry signed House Bill 519 by Rep. Brian Glorioso, ...

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A strict new cellphone law in California is now in effect, banning nearly all handheld use of mobile devices while driving. The law prohibits drivers from physically holding a ...