
Synchronized Pattern of Speeding and Cell Phone Use; Increased Crash Risk in New IIHS Report
According to a new analysis by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) using data collected from insurance-linked safe driving apps, drivers who exceed the speed limit are also more likely to use their cell phones while driving. This pattern suggests that the combination of speeding and phone-related distraction can significantly increase crash risk. David Harkey, President of IIHS, commenting on the findings, said: “Previously, it was assumed that cell phone use occurred more often at lower speeds. However, real-world