White House. Report: Price of Obama getaways $70 million so far, and counting. There was the weekend trip for President Barack Obama and his daughters to New York, including a Broadway show and a private museum tour. The ski trip to Aspen, Colorado, for first lady Michelle Obama in February.
A hand-held phone may be used for an emergency only and the driver must keep one hand on the wheel at all times. Cell Phone Safety Tips: Turn your phone off or put ring on silent to avoid the urge to answer. Put your phone in a secure location that is easy to reach, in case of emergency. Never dial while driving, move to a safe area off of the road. Prior to driving, store important contact information in your phone.
Hands-free systems keep drivers eyes on the road, but they don't do much to reduce their level of distraction. No matter how you cut it, the case for banning drivers from using mobile phones is a strong one. What's less clear is whether or not these bans actually reduce road accidents.