Teen Driving Safety

Vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death and injury for U.S. teens between the ages of 15-19. The death toll is equivalent to about 17 deaths per day for people involved in teen driver crashes. For teens, the likelihood of being in a crash is at a lifetime high in the first 12 months and 1,000 miles of driving. Gradually introducing novice drivers to the traffic environment in phases, also known as Graduated Driver Licensing, has been proven to reduce crash risk and save lives. But, parents also play a key role in changing this trend.

Graduation Parties

Each year we read about a story of a High School Graduation Party gone bad that involved teenage drinking. Make sure your child knows what to do if teenage drinking becomes a factor at a party they are attending!

How many teens ride in the car with your son or daughter?

Probationary driver license holders 16 years of age are not be permitted to
operate a motor vehicle with more than one person who is not a family
member in the vehicle, unless accompanied by the license holder's parent,
guardian, or legal custodian.

Is It Fair To Restrict All Teen Drivers?

Parents want to protect their kids. But some teens object to having their driving privileges restricted because of actions by more reckless teens.