Researchers at the University of Utah have designed a system to prevent that, called Key2SafeDriving.
The key is actually a device that connects to a cell phone via Bluetooth or RFID, blocking texting and calling the moment the engine is started. In addition to this, incoming messages are automatically answered with the text "I am driving now. I will call you later when I arrive at the destination safely."
While the invention is still a prototype, it could be on the market within six months at a cost of less than $50 per key plus an unknown monthly service fee, according to the university.
If everything goes as planned and car manufacturers adopt the device, it could also serve to lower car insurance.
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