# Driver Distraction Charts This 'Cell Phones & Driving' Infographic Can Save Lives By Emily Evans | Published 2011-07-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cell-phones-and-driving-infographic References: [utahpersonalinjurylawfirm](http://www.utahpersonalinjurylawfirm.com/practice-areas/texting-accidents/) & [utahpersonalinjurylawfirm](http://www.utahpersonalinjurylawfirm.com/info-graphics/distracted-driving-info-graphic.jpg) While there continues to be a great deal of media attention against [drinking and driving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drunk-driving-detection), this 'Cell Phones and Driving' Infographic draws focus upon another vehicle-operating concern: [texting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inscreen-app). The 'Cell Phones and Driving' Infographic was put together by the Christensen Law Firm, which is located in Utah. Two of the most shocking statistics highlighted on the infographic are that approximately 18 percent of fatal car crashes are due to the [use of cell phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-dependency), and that every 10 minutes, six car crashes occur as a result of cellular phone use while driving. This 'Cell Phones and Driving' Infographic is something all drivers and cell phone users should consider. **Implications** - The use of modern technology has undoubtedly greatly affected society in both positive and negative ways. Companies who consider how to advocate for the appropriate use of their technologies will be viewed as socially conscious by consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Distracted Driving:** Opportunity for innovation in creating advanced driver-assistance systems that can detect and prevent distracted driving incidents. - **Awareness Infographics:** Potential to develop informative and visually appealing infographics that raise awareness about pressing social issues. - **Socially Conscious Tech:** Chance to develop and promote technologies that prioritize user safety, encouraging responsible use. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Companies can focus on developing tech solutions like smartphone integration, voice commands, and heads-up displays to reduce driver distraction. - **Graphic Design:** Opportunity to create visually engaging infographics that effectively communicate important messages and raise awareness. - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies can invest in research and development to design new features and interfaces that minimize distractions and promote safe usage of mobile devices while driving. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Teen Driving Safety Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldengauge-program.md) - [Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-device-addiction.md) - [Distraction-Free Flip Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consumer-cellular.md) - [Driving Interface Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-dashboard-app.md) - [Anti-Distraction Smartphone Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolt-app.md) - [Traffic Fatality Visualizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadwayreport.md) - [High-Risk Roadway Identification Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highrisk-roadway.md) - [Hands-Free Driving Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passenger-princess.md) - [Creative Text-to-Infographic Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infographic-tools.md)