Are there special considerations with teen drivers?
Traffic crashes continue to be the leading cause of death and injury for young drivers. In 2006, drivers 16 – 24 years of age constituted 14.5 percent of all drivers, yet were involved in 38.3 percent of all crashes and 32.6 percent of fatal crashes. These statistics represent involvements that are significantly higher than expected, considering the size of this driver population and the miles driven. For more information on graduated driver licensing, visit the Michigan Department of State’s website . For more information on driver education courses, visit the Michigan Department of State’s website . What Parents of Teenagers Can do With or without a graduated licensing law, parents can establish rules based on the graduated model. Below are some suggestions. Don’t rely solely on driver education. High school driver education may be the most convenient way to learn skills, but it doesn’t necessarily produce safer drivers. Poor skills aren’t always to blame. Teen attitudes and decision
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