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Can you talk on the phone while driving in Texas?
It’s my grandma’s birthday today but I’m stuck driving halfway across the state to pick up a friend. Can I make a phone call while driving in TX?
Cassandra Hamilton · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Making a phone call while driving can save a lot of time and hassle—and who wants to be the grandchild who forgot Grandma’s birthday?
You can talk on the phone while driving in
Texas
if your device is in hands-free mode. However, use caution! Because while it’s legal in most areas to use hands-free technology, some cities and municipalities have banned any use of devices while driving.If you’re in an area that allows hands-free calls, use one of the following options:
- Bluetooth
- Speakerphone
- Your car’s audio system
Keeping your hands off your phone is one way to avoid a ticket—and subsequent hike in your
car insurance
rates. Fortunately, with Jerry
, you can find better-priced insurance no matter your driving record. Jerry is a car insurance comparison app and licensed broker that searches over 50 insurance companies to find the best rates for you. The average user saves $887 per year on car insurance!
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