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Your Teenage Driver – How Distracted Are They?

Your Teenage Driver – How Distracted Are They?

Earlier in October, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sponsored Teen Driver Safety Week which highlighted the dangerousness of Distracted Teenage Driving. This particular initiative only lasted for seven days, however, teen driver safety is a topic that should be discussed all year long. Likely the most pressing concern for safety behind the wheel for drivers of all ages is Distracted Driving. The current generation of teen drivers are among the first to grow up in a completely “connected” society. The allure of social media, email, and games is tough for anybody to resist. Listed below are a few ways to help your teen understand the dangers of Distracted Driving: Provide your teen with real life examples in a controlled environment by enrolling them in an advanced crash-prevention program. Have frequent, open and honest discussions about distracted driving. Share clear and indisputable facts about the real consequences it can have. For example, ab ... read more

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