New Missouri hands-free driving law has prevented 80 crashes | ksdk.com

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According to a new study, Missouri drivers spent less time handling their phones this month than before the Siddens Bening Hands-Free Law passed last month. 

Citing research from Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT), AAA announced drivers were spending an average of 1 minute and 45 seconds every hour behind the wheel holding their phone in August. . . .

The law, which requires hands-free phone use for all drivers, went into effect on August 28. Experts believe Missouri has helped prevent 80 crashes and almost 2 million in economic damages so far. 

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New Missouri hands-free driving law has prevented 80 crashes | ksdk.com