For the first time in history, the car has been overthrown. According to PR Newswire, a new study from Asurion has confirmed that the phone has overtaken the car as the most important item to Americans.
Asurion President Cindy Christy said, "Across work, grocery shopping, school and staying connected to friends and family, phones are increasingly critical for most of their day-to-day activities. This trend has accelerated during the pandemic."
To round out the top three most important items to Americans, followed closely behind your phone and your car is your refrigerator!