While driving: Do you currently have car insurance? Insurance is mandatory to drive in Ohio Yes I have insurance. But please show me your best quotes. No, please help me find the best insurance. Question While driving: Answers You may use a hand-held cell phone if calling your employer. You may send text messages. You cannot hold a phone to make a voice call. You may read text messages. Explanation While driving, sending and reading text messages is prohibited. You may not hold a phone to make a call or press more than one button when dialing.