I often have to drive home late at night after a long shift. Calling a friend and talking to them while I drive home helps me stay awake. Like anything else, if talking on the phone distracts you, don’t do it. But don’t take it away from those it might help.
Besides, I routinely drive with a screaming 2 year old in the back seat. I cant think of anything more distracting than that! :)
I was trying to locate a road sign once and the kids were making a lot of noise so I yelled “Will ya’ll be quiet! I can’t see the signs!’ Now that’s a distraction!