This document summarizes research from the AAA Foundation on cell phone use while driving. Two national surveys found over half of drivers admit to talking on a cell phone while driving in the past 30 months, and younger drivers aged 25-34 showed the highest rates of use. Approximately 14-17% reported occasionally reading or sending text messages while driving as well. However, most drivers believe that using hands-free phones is safer despite studies showing no safety difference compared to hand-held use. The surveys highlight the disconnect between perceptions of safe phone use and actual driving risks.