New Zealand police issued over $637,000 in fines for seatbelt violations and phone use while driving in 2023.

Police in New Zealand have issued over $637,000 in fines for seatbelt violations and phone use while driving. Senior Sergeant Wayne Hunter warns that using a phone while driving increases crash risks. Not wearing seat belts was a factor in 23 fatalities and 150 serious injuries in the Bay of Plenty in 2023. Road safety groups urge drivers to avoid phone use and wear seat belts, which can reduce serious injury risk by 40%.

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