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Unfortunately cell phone usage while driving is still legal in NC as long as you are over 18. Texting while driving is now a fine ($250) in NC (no matter what age).
My husband was hit on his motorcycle by a girl using her cell phone last spring. She had no idea she hit him and drove off like nothing happened. Everyone at the scene was more concerned for my husbands well-being (thank god) - he was roughed up but ok, thank goodness for helmets - $5000 damage to the bike.
I use my handsfree frequently while in the Camaro. It allows me to pay attention to what's going on around me and I still maintain two hands on the wheel. I don't talk endlessly, and if it's something I can discuss later, I'll tell the caller that I am driving and I'll call them back when I arrive home. Unless it's life or death - most everything else can wait.
I agree with all the OP's "distractions" as noted - but like cell phones while driving - they're not illegal..
Cell phone usage while driving needs to be outlawed period.
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