Remember when you got your license? You were excited, scared,
and nervous to get behind the wheel by yourself – all at the same time. You
also couldn’t wait to pick up your friends and go for a ride.
If you are the parent of a teenager, it’s important for you to
know they feel the same exact way. They’re ready for that freedom – for that
next step in life. However, in today’s world, things are a little different.
There are so many other distractions such as cell phones and Bluetooth – that
it makes it much easier for anyone to take their eyes off the road. And
unfortunately, it’s that “split-second” decision that can be catastrophic.
According to TeenDriving.com, teenagers only represent
approximately 7% of licensed drivers. However, over 20% of fatal crashes
involve teenage drivers.
Make sure teenagers know to adhere to the following:
· Always
wear a seatbelt.
· Obey
speed limits.
· Stay
out of the way of aggressive drivers.
· Don’t
watch your friends wrestle in the back seat, or put on makeup while you’re
driving. In other words, don’t take your eyes off the road.
· If
you’re tired, pull over.
· Never
Text And Drive
Be sure to discuss safe driving with your teen driver. It just
might save their life – or another’s.
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