An man works his phone as he drives through traffic in Dallas, Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013. Texas lawmakers are considering a statewide ban on texting while driving. (AP ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Car crash deaths are on the rise, and many experts believe smartphones are to blame. Distracted driving can also be a result of in-car infotainment systems, controlling the ...

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It is completely illegal to wear headphones while driving in states like California, Louisiana and Washington. As technology becomes more embedded in our daily lives, drivers often turn to headphones ...