Study: Police Reports Miss 96% of Active Phone Use Before Crashes

· Fuelarc · Aug. 31, 2026, 1:24 a.m.
Summary
A recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety revealed that police reports fail to document active smartphone use in 96% of crashes, indicating a significant discrepancy in crash reporting and the realities of distracted driving. This has implications for understanding and addressing the risks associated with phone use while driving.
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