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We’ve compiled some
helpful hints and ideas to assist you in
educating your teen about safe driving habits.
Give your teen supervised
practice on the road even after he receives
his license
HINT: Have your teen log 35-40 hours of
supervised time, documented on index cards
kept in the glove compartment
Suggested Driving Skills Checklist…
Select a safe car for
your teen
HINT: Buy a car of substantial size and
weight. If you are considering purchasing
a car, test it’s safety rating by visiting
HighwaySafety.org - Vehicle_Ratings
Insist on classroom
AND On-the-road practice
HINT: If your teen’s drivers education
class does not provide this free of charge,
ask about a fee based program. Or consider
a private driving school.
Set the ground rules
HINT: Develop a "driving contract" with
rules, responsibilities — and the necessary
consequences and punishment for breaking
the rules. Your rules could include no driving
after dark without an adult, or no passengers
in the car for the first 6 months to a year.
Voice your opinion
HINT: Support legislation to pass teen driving
laws in your state — such as Graduated
Licensing and Zero Tolerance.
Be a good role model
HINT: Practice what you preach! Your teen
will learn by example. Wear your seat belt,
follow traffic laws, and always use your
best driving habits.
-Source, When Kids Drive,
Better Homes and Gardens
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