# If Phones Are Killing Pedestrians, Why Is It Only Happening in America?

> Key Takeaways - U. S. pedestrian deaths are rising.

- **Source:** [Thedrive](https://www.thedrive.com/news/if-phones-are-killing-pedestrians-why-is-it-only-happening-in-america?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a3c4b6772b957254d3e9611)
- **Published:** 2026-06-24
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #iphone
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a3c4b6772b957254d3e9611

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