text: People consider drunk driving to be more dangerous than texting while driving. The chance of an accident while using a mobile phone is six times bigger than the chance a DUI accident. It is said that in 2018 the safest way to use a cell phone while driving would be to attach it to the radio system or another suitable hands-free device via Bluetooth. Using the microphone on a phone while driving is illegal, even if it is not actually being held by the driver.