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Risky Phone Behavior Behind the Wheel Historically Soars on Mother’s Day

Cambridge Mobile Telematics found that drivers use handheld phones 22% more between 7 and 9 a.m. On Mother's Day in the U.S. In 2023.
This increase relates to typical activities like making plans, as distraction levels peak between 9 a.m. And noon compared to other Sundays.
The study shows handheld phone calls rise 6.6% and screen interactions increase 12.5% on Mother's Day, with interactions starting as early as 6 a.m.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported 3,275 deaths in 2023 linked to distracted driving, which factored into 8% of fatal crashes that year.
These findings suggest heightened phone use on Mother's Day elevates distracted driving risks, potentially increasing accident rates and car insurance premiums by 45% for at-fault drivers.

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Risky Phone Behavior Behind the Wheel Historically Soars on Mother’s Day

Drivers make more handheld phone calls and interact with their phones significantly more on Mother’s Day than on other Sundays in the year, according to a new study by Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT).

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