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US Teen Drivers Admit to Looking at Their Phones For 21% of Every Trip : ScienceAlert

Last updated: July 4, 2025 2:10 pm
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America’s Teen Drivers: The Dangerous Reality of Phone Distractions

A recent survey conducted by a team of researchers, including scientists from Harvard University, sheds light on the alarming trend of phone usage among American teen drivers. The study, which involved over 1,000 high school-age drivers from suburban and rural areas in Northeast and Western states, revealed that young drivers spend approximately 21 percent of each drive looking at their phones.

Despite the majority of states in the US banning all types of phone usage for young drivers, the research uncovered that around 70 percent of participants admitted to engaging in phone distractions while behind the wheel. The most common reasons cited for this risky behavior included entertainment, texting, and navigation.

Interestingly, the teenagers interviewed for the study emphasized that phone use while driving was often driven by the desire to stay connected with family and friends, be productive, or simply be entertained. While they were aware of the risks involved, they felt that certain measures such as keeping their phone out of reach, using hands-free devices, and ensuring adequate rest could improve their focus on the road.

One concerning finding was that distracted driving seemed normalized among the participants, as they believed their friends and family also engaged in similar behaviors. This normalization of dangerous driving habits underscores the importance of setting a positive example for young drivers.

Further analysis of the survey data revealed that young drivers spent an average of 21.1 percent of their driving time looking at their phones, with a significant portion of these glances lasting longer than two seconds. Research has shown that glancing at a phone for more than two seconds increases the risk of a crash by more than five times.

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a photo taken over the shoulder of a young woman driver who is holding her phone while driving at night.
Looking at a phone for longer than two seconds increases the risk of a crash by more than five times. (Henri Leduc/Getty)

Lead author of the study, Rebecca Robbins, emphasized the need for strategies to mitigate distracted driving behavior among young drivers. Encouraging the use of ‘Do Not Disturb’ mode, keeping phones out of reach, and ensuring teenagers get enough rest were identified as effective measures to address this concerning trend.

While enforcing a blanket ban on phone use while driving is important, the researchers suggested that understanding the underlying factors contributing to distracted driving is crucial in addressing the issue. Campaigns aimed at debunking misconceptions about the productivity of distracted driving could be a step in the right direction.

In conclusion, distracted driving poses a serious public health threat, especially among young drivers. By raising awareness, implementing effective strategies, and promoting safe driving practices, we can work towards making our roads safer for everyone.

This study was published in Traffic Injury Prevention.

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