# Insurers Say Iowa's Phone Ban Prevented 470 Crashes, Give Or Take 20% | Carscoops

> - Iowa drivers appeared to use phones less after the hands-free law took effect. - The study relies on modeled estimates, not verified crash reductions.

- **Source:** [Carscoops](https://www.carscoops.com/2026/07/iowa-hands-free-driving-study/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a5e3e42d93a7fd612864dd0)
- **Published:** 2026-07-20
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #iowa #carscoops #crashes #give #insurers #phone #prevented #take
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