40% of young Irish drivers under 35 frequently use apps while driving, leading to safety concerns.

40% of young Irish drivers under 35 frequently check apps while driving, raising safety concerns. RSA data shows 17% use social media often or very often behind the wheel. Minister James Lawless urges drivers to put away phones and slow down, emphasizing everyone's responsibility to prevent road crashes. This comes after 113 fatalities on Irish roads this year, a 16% increase compared to 2021.

July 30, 2024
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