Mobile phones, an increasing part of daily life as people feel pressure to stay connected, are contributing to traffic deaths, with distracted driving causing nearly 10% of fatal crashes, according to federal officials.In other words, the “smartphones themselves a common form of distraction may hold the key to curbing” risky use and, the auto club said, “contribute to better focus on the road and enhance overall traffic safety.”Many thought the “Do Not Disturb” feature would limit their phone and car’s navigation and music functions, and some were worried that if they did turn it on, they’d miss an important call or message.To improve mobile phone safety, the researchers suggested that the setting, for example, could be more emphasized in safety messages and driver education, which would reach the younger drivers. Do you use the Do not Disturnb feature in your daily life and how has it helped you?

