One third of teenagers admitted to reading texts while driving in a new survey of 2,000 young drivers.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood joined the survey’s sponsor, tire manufacturer Bridgestone, in releasing the survey results Tuesday at the National Press Club.
The survey reviewed the distracted-driving habits of 15 to 21 year olds.
A quarter of the survey respondents said they did not believe that talking on the phone while driving was dangerous.
More girls than boys said they often eat, text and find other distractions behind the wheel.
Bridgestone is also sponsoring a contest with a prize of $25,000 in college scholarships for the best short video about safe driving. The cost is open to students between the ages of 16 and 21. Students can find out more here.
