Don't Drive While Intexticated

NHTSA’s survey also showed that drivers younger than 25 are two to three times more likely than older drivers to send text messages or emails while driving, though only 39 states ban the behavior. It’s become something U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood calls an epidemic. “Personal responsibility for putting down that cellphone is a good first step — but we need everyone to do their part, whether it’s helping pass strong laws, educating our youngest and most vulnerable drivers, or starting their own campaign to end distracted driving,” he said in a statement.

The internet education portal OnlineSchools.com produced the info graphic below, which breaks down the hard numbers and the tough consequences of texting and driving.

Courtesy of: Online Schools

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