A few days ago, NYPD conducted a 24-hour cell phone crackdown while driving, which snared a Daily News reporter. The crackdown is a part of a growing trend of laws seeking to ban texting while driving (a just law In my opinion).

To help gauge how much texting interferes with your driving, the New York Times has released a game, “Gauging Your Distraction” on their website, simulating the act of texting and driving. At the end of the game you receive a report card of performance, my initial try was not good at all. For those who don’t quite understand the issue or distraction, this game is an eye opener.

(Source: Silicon Alley Insider)