The MythBusters reveal whether talking on a cell phone while behind the wheel is as dangerous driving drunk.
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Mythbusters: Cell Phone vs Drunk Driving MiniMyth
The MythBusters reveal whether talking on a cell phone while behind the wheel is as dangerous driving drunk.
Added: Apr 29, 2010
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Runtime: 03:02
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