Welcome back for another week of refreshing automotive content! This week we want to talk to all the parent of new/teen drivers. We know this chapter is kind of scary, but we’re here to help make it a little easier. With summer in full swing and school officially being out, it’s no secret that your kids are gonna hit the road for some fun in the sun with their friends. If the thought of that makes you nervous, take a deep breath and take a look at our helpful tips below! Below you will find our tips for teen drivers, and although they might seem self-explanatory, you’d be surprised how many of us don’t obey these rules…and yes, I’m talking about parents too. That’s the thing, as parents you have to practice what you preach, which means you can’t speed, text and drive, play loud music, etc. because if they see you doing that, then they will too. So nip in the bud and start enforcing these rules to help create safer driving habits, giving you better peace of mind when they are behind the wheel.
Tips:
Keep your cell phone off:
- It’s no secret that texting while driving is a huge epidemic when it comes to all drivers, but especially when it comes to teen drivers. The best thing you can do for yourself is to turn off your phone completely, or if that is too hard for you, put it on airplane mode or a mode that disables messages. It might be hard to not have your phone but it will be better than getting into an accident and hurting yourself or someone else.
Turn your headlights on:
- Using your headlights increase your visibility and help others see you. Even if you think it is bright enough, you should still have them on at times like the early morning or early evening (dusk).
Obey the speed limit:
- Speeding is a major contribution to teen driving, especially when there is a lot of traffic. Obeying the speed limit is important because it gives you time to react in case you need to come to a stop quickly or something else happens unexpectedly.
Driving solo:
- According to the DMV, having one passenger with a teen driver behind the wheel can double the risk of an accident. Teen drivers do not have the experience and skills of an adult driver, having even one person in the car can cause an extreme distraction…now imagine a full vehicle! Driving solo is a much safer bet in most instances.
Practice defensive driving:
- Always be aware of the traffic ahead, behind, and next to you. It’s better to know your surroundings and have a plan in case an unexpected incident occurs. Stay at least one car length behind the car in front of you at slower speeds, and maintain a larger buffer zone with faster speeds.
Choose a safe vehicle:
- If possible try to drive a vehicle with the most up-to-date safety features such as anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, and airbags, and one with an excellent crash safety record
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