Texting while driving is an alarming new trend that takes multi-tasking to an entirely new and incredibly dangerous level. Check out this 4-minute video, made in a small town in Wales, that was intended for local high school students to show them the dangers of texting and driving. But now, more than 1.5 million people have watched it on YouTube (*WARNING the video does contain graphic images*).  If you have kids who think they can text or talk on the phone while driving, show them this video.

Talking or texting while driving caused or contributed to 362 accidents in Oregon in 2007 which is up 82% over 2004.  Oregon has now joined six other states (including California and Washington) in a ban on hand-held cell phone usage while operating a motor vehicle.  A ticket for the primary offense will cost up to $90; similar to the fine for not wearing a seat belt.