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Don't "drive while intexticated"!

By Dave Lucas

http://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/wamc/local-wamc-839063.mp3

Albany, NY – There's been a lot of criticism about SENDING text messages while driving. But what about RECEIVING them? Several studies have documented that ANY distracting activity talking on cell phones, texting, checking your GPS, searching for music files increases the risk of accidents. Capital District Bureau chief Dave Lucas explores some pros and cons of text.