Once the motorist is ready to begin actual use of a cellular mobile phone, he or she should remember that safe driving is the priority. The driver should keep both hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road, using the speakerphone and letting the handset stay in its cradle whenever the vehicle is in motion. Become familiar with how to use the phone. Read the user's manual and practice using the different features. The safest method of calling is to dial phone numbers when stopped.
Most phones allow the entry of numbers for calling at the user's convenience.
Further, frequently called numbers can be stored within the phone's memory to minimize dialing while driving. The Council stresses that phone users should remember to obey all traffic signs and signals and observe posted speed limits. Since users generally drive slower and drift within their lane, a motorist on the phone should drive in the slow traffic lane in case he or she decides to pull over to complete the call. The ability to pull over into a safe stopping place is especially important if notes have to be taken. No motorist should try to take written notes while driving.