It's a good job some of you don't drive in the UK, where it is illegal to use a phone while driving [unless it's a true 'hands free' type].
Alan, it's the same here in the US. Most places it's illegal too. Only difference is with Americans it's "screw you, catch me if you can!"
As for the stick vs automatic debate, I learned to drive with a stick and I'm comfortable with either. All my vehicles are automatic though and it's tough to find anything new here that isn't unless you are talking heavy truck or high end sports car. Try to find something that doesn't have A/C.
-Hal
