Survey – 42% of drivers admit to still using their phone behind the wheel​

PRINCE GEORGE — The dangers of distracted driving doesn’t seem to be getting through to motorists in British Columbia.

A new Ipsos survey reveals that 42 per cent of drivers admit they still use their phone at least one out of every 10 trips. Yet of those B.C. drivers surveyed, 93 per cent believe it’s highly risky to text while driving and 84 per cent believe it’s highly risky to talk while holding a cell phone while driving.

ICBC says using electronic devices while driving increases the possibility of a crash by five times.

In response to the risks of texting and talking while driving, ICBC and police are launching a month-long campaign urging drivers to leave their phone while driving. Police are ramping up enforcement of distracted driving across B.C., and community volunteers are conducting Cell Watch deployments to remind drivers to keep their eyes on the road when they’re behind the wheel.