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Album Drops Spike Road Deaths | Eau Claire News

New research reveals a startling link: major album drops by mega-stars like Taylor Swift, Drake, and Bad Bunny trigger a 15% spike in traffic fatalities. Why? Because millions of drivers reach for their phones to stream new music, creating dangerous distractions—even if they’re just scrolling or selecting a track. The study doesn’t blame music itself, but the split-second interactions with devices that pull focus from the road. While it can’t prove phone use caused every crash, the correlation is strong—and predictable. The takeaway? Prep your playlist before hitting the road, and pull over…

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