Almost 80% of drivers admit distracting behaviours such as using social media when behind the wheel

Survey found 71% of drivers would support an automatic phone-blocking feature that prevents notifications and apps from being used while they’re driving.

More than three-quarters of drivers admit to doing something that distracts them when they’re behind the wheel, such as eating and drinking, or using map apps on their phone.

A new survey suggests 78% of drivers said they had engaged in least one distracting behaviour while driving.