Text Messaging

Bill Proposes Forcing Young Drivers To Put Away Phones

A proposal filed Thursday would bar drivers under age 18 from using wireless phones or other communications devices while they are behind the wheel.

CBS4–2012/12/27

Use Of Text Messaging Drops For First Time

If ever a story called for the use of an emoticon, this would be the one: text messaging volume in the U.S. has declined for the first time ever, according to a new research report.

CBS4–2012/11/14

Study: Social Media More Addictive Than Alcohol & Tobacco

Imagine a world without Facebook, Twitter, or text messages. If it’s a nightmarish thought, you’re like most people aged 18-25 who are hopelessly addicted to something worse than alcohol or tobacco.

CBS4–2012/02/03

NTSB Recommends Cell Phone Ban For Drivers

If you’ve driven the savage streets of South Florida, you’ve been behind a driver more focused on their cell phone than on driving. Now, the NTSB wants to put a stop to that.

CBS4–2011/12/13

Texting While Driving Doubles Reaction Time

If you’ve driven in South Florida, you’ve at one time or another been behind a person driving slowly and weaving as they try to send a text message. A new study found that the texters make driving even more dangerous for everyone.

CBS4–2011/10/06

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