Texting at wheel more dangerous than drink driving

TEXTING while driving a car can be three times more dangerous than being behind the wheel after consuming alcohol.

A study has provided further insight into the specific dangers associated with the writing and sending of text messages by motorists, showing they are significantly slower in reacting to potential hazards on the road.

It revealed that driving behaviour is seriously impaired by writing and reading text messages, with reaction times up to 35% slower than under normal driving conditions.