Keeping Teens On The Road To Safety
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Keeping Teens Safe on the Road
Summary: Teaching teens to drive safely is a key parental responsibility.
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According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), teens are at the highest risk of car crashes, facing nearly four times the risk compared to drivers over 20. Alarmingly, car accidents cause 39% of deaths among 16- to 19-year-olds, marking it as a leading public health issue for teenagers.
Parents play a crucial role in teaching their teens safe driving habits. My own experience with my son, who became a race car driver as a teen, highlighted the anxiety of watching your child take the wheel.
Brad Eggleston, vice president of AutoVantage, a prominent car care and travel assistance organization, emphasizes the importance of prioritizing safety before teens hit the road.
Tips for Parents:
1. Supervised Driving Practice: Allow your teen plenty of practice?"between 25 and 50 hours?"under supervision. Remain calm to keep your teen calm. Practice in various conditions, paying attention to safety hazards and providing clear, straightforward instructions.
2. Limit Passengers: Restrict the number of friends in the car with your teen to minimize distractions.
3. Model Seat Belt Use: Since 63% of teens in fatal accidents were unrestrained, always wear your seat belt to set a good example.
4. Occasional Supervision: Even after your teen is licensed, occasionally drive with them. The new freedom of a license can sometimes lead to overconfidence and risky behavior like speeding.
5. Prohibit Cell Phone Use: Teens using cell phones while driving are four times more likely to crash. Ensure your teen knows to stay focused on the road.
6. No Drinking and Driving: Make yourself available for pick-ups if needed, and educate your teen on how even low blood alcohol levels can impair driving.
For additional resources, AutoVantage offers a membership trial. It starts with a two-month trial for $1, which can be canceled at any time. After the trial, the membership continues at a low monthly fee, with the option to cancel for a refund of any unused portion.
For more information, visit [AutoVantage](http://www.autovantage.com/) or call 1-800-876-7787.
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