text: we have the unpredictable emergencies that happen on the roads. If we are distracted by our cell phones, that causes a delay in our reaction to emergencies. I've often been driving myself and witnessed another driver having a tire blow out. If I was distracted by my phone, that would have prevented my quick thinking and ability to avoid the collision. I have also driven behind cars with missing brake lights. The only way I knew they were about to stop was because of my ability to visually scan my surroundings and to be aware of when the light changes or if I need to quickly switch lanes to avoid hitting them from behind. What about the recent incident of a tree collapsing on the highway? If everyone was distracted everyone's ability to react would be compromised causing an even larger highway collision.