text: The NHTSA says that at any given time, 660,000 people are using their cell phones while they drive. This means that 660,000 Americans are gambling with their lives. Distracted driving is a epidemic in America, and it should not be allowed under any circumstances. It is a deadly and costly endeavour that does not have any benefit to those who choose to participate in this affair. Texting and driving is illegal for a reason, because it has been proven that it should not be done.