U.S. encourages drivers to stock cars with electronics that require only a glance to operate . Distracted driving is top priority for Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood . DOT says texting and Internet browsing will be allowed only when vehicle is stopped and in park . Guidelines voluntary for industry , which is stocking cars with electronics as key selling point .
U.S. asks automakers to equip cars with electronics that require only a glance to operate . Distracted driving is top priority for Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood . DOT says texting and Web browsing should be allowed only when vehicle is stopped and in park . Guidelines voluntary for industry , which is stocking cars with electronics as key selling point .