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Infographic: The Deadly Facts About Texting and Driving

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We’ve all done it. You’re driving down the road when your phone makes that irresistible sound that signifies you’ve just received a text message. You know that you should ignore it and wait until you get home to read it, but what if it’s something important? Should you risk your safety, and that of those around you, to check your phone and send a quick response, or should you just pretend it never happened? The reality is that most of us have sent a text message or checked Facebook while driving, even though we know it’s dangerous. So next time you consider reaching for your phone while driving, think about these facts and ask yourself: is it really worth it?

texting and driving infographic