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## [10 Terrifying Facts About Texting And Driving](https://www.drivingdynamics.com/driver-safety-news/personality-traits-impact-ability-to-drive-defensively-0)

 By [Driver's Alert](https://www.drivingdynamics.com/driver-safety-news/author/drivers-alert) on Apr 19, 2023 1:49:26 PM

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There is no question that texting while driving is extremely dangerous and irresponsible. This is why most states throughout the country have made cell phone use behind the wheel illegal. Although many drivers, especially young ones, continue to participate in cell phone use behind the wheel, many are ignorant of how deadly this behavior can be.

###### Topics: [texting and driving](https://www.drivingdynamics.com/driver-safety-news/topic/texting-and-driving) [drive defensively](https://www.drivingdynamics.com/driver-safety-news/topic/drive-defensively) [personality traits](https://www.drivingdynamics.com/driver-safety-news/topic/personality-traits) [personality traits and emotions](https://www.drivingdynamics.com/driver-safety-news/topic/personality-traits-and-emotions)

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## [Can Personality Traits and Emotions Impact Your Ability to Drive Defensively?](https://www.drivingdynamics.com/driver-safety-news/personality-traits-impact-ability-to-drive-defensively)

 By [Driving Dynamics](https://www.drivingdynamics.com/driver-safety-news/author/driving-dynamics-thought-leaders) on Oct 27, 2021 4:05:49 PM

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A driver’s personality traits and emotional state influence how they behave behind the wheel. The key to good driving is mastering them.

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