10% of drivers still using their mobile at the wheel

One in 10 Irish motorists continues to use a mobile phone while driving, with more than 5% of drivers texting, according to a new study.

Men are more likely to talk on their phones while driving, but women text more, according to research carried out by motoring solutions specialists Easytrip.

The study revealed a significant number of motorists are violating mobile phone road traffic regulations, with more than 10% of drivers continuing to put their lives and those of others at risk by using phones while driving.