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Top 10 Best New Cars for Teens Under $20K: 2017 Consumer Reports
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Affordable, safe, and not overly powerful.
The Best and Worst States for Teen Drivers: 2016 Study
A study has been released, detailing the best and worst states for teen drivers in the U.S.
Teens that Stick with Their Parents’ Policy Save on Car Insurance: Study
Though many 18-year olds want to be independent, when it comes to car insurance, sticking with their parents is best.
Teens Are More Dangerous When Driving Alone: Study
A study has revealed that teenagers driving alone as just as distracted, if not more than with friends in the car.
Top 10 Best States for Teen Drivers
A new study has revealed the 10 best states for teen drivers.
Fewer Teens Dying Behind the Wheel: Report
According the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, teen driving deaths have decreased 56 percent over the last two decades.
Teen Drivers at Higher Risk in Older Cars: Study
Advanced safety technologies might seem like luxury items, but they’re saving lives.
How to Keep an Eye On Your Teen Driver
Parents tend to worry about their teens when they start driving on their own, but thankfully there are ways to help mom and dad keep an eye on their kids and ensure they’re driving safely and responsibly.
Study Shows Safest States for Teen Drivers
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens aged 16 to 19, but which State is the safest for young drivers trying to hone their craft?
Teens in Survey Have Loose Definition of ‘Sober’ Driving
Most teenage drivers know about dangerous behaviors behind the wheel, and yet many still admit to partaking in them.
Kia B.R.A.K.E.S For Teen Drivers
Kia has teamed up with B.R.A.K.E.S., a pro-active youth driving school to teach teens and their parents about the importance of responsible motoring.
High Unemployment to Blame for Drop in Teen Driving
It’s a commonly held belief that young people are not interested in cars. As the narrative goes, they’d rather rely on public transportation and play with their iPhones than drive. But a new study released by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Highway Loss Data Institute tells a different story.
Over Half of Teenagers Delay Getting Driver’s License
Unlike in the past, the majority of teenagers in the U.S. put off getting a driver’s license.
Teen Drivers Can Double Family Insurance Premiums
Automobile insurance for a teen driver isn’t cheap, that’s nothing new. But did you know that putting your young one on the family policy can double your monthly premium?
Summer Months Most Dangerous for Teen Drivers: Study
According to a recent study conducted by Penn Schoen Berland and commissioned by Ford, the summer months are the most dangerous for teen drivers.
Teenage Driver Deaths Spike in First Half of 2012
Despite the fact that the number of 16 and 17 year old driver deaths is at a low point compared to the last decade, the first half of 2012 experienced a spike in teenagers dying behind the wheel.
Young Drivers More Likely to Fall Asleep Behind the Wheel: Study
A recent report has shown that younger drivers are more likely to fall asleep behind the wheel, as one in seven drivers between the ages of 16 and 24 have fallen asleep at least once while driving during the past year.
Older Women Most Likely Mistake Gas Pedal For Brakes: Study
A new study from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration finds that most car accidents that occur because a driver mistakenly hits the gas pedal instead of the brakes involve older female drivers in parking lots. Apparently, almost two-thirds of drivers involved in this type of accident were female, and occurred more frequently with drivers…
Ford Driving Skills for Life Programs Offered Free to Teens
Graduation season is almost upon us. We know that safe driving is probably one of the last things on a kid’s mind as summer approaches. But it’s also a time when teens are faced with the risks associated with impaired, reckless and distracted driving. Just like Mercedes-Benz’s Driving Academy, Ford offers its Driving Skills for…
Teen Driver Deaths Increase in 2011
Deaths among teem drivers increased for the first time in eight years last year, despite the fact that total motor vehicle deaths have declined. According to a study by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), 16- to 17-year-old driver deaths increased from 190 to 211 based on preliminary data supplied by all 50 states for…
Peer Pressure a Major Cause of Accidents by Teen Drivers: Study
Peer pressure has a huge affect on teens. Smoking, drinking… even getting into a car accident. According to two studies by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and State Farm, peer pressure from passengers can result in a car accident when a teen is behind the wheel. We know, it seems like a “duh, of course”…
Parents Push Teens To Drive Stick to Avoid Distracted Driving
Just when an earlier study suggested that teenagers today prefer owning smartphones and electronic devices over owning a car, a local study by news channel Sacramento News10 revealed that there is a resurgence of manual transmission automobiles for young drivers. Worried about teen drivers texting and driving, parents have started a trend of purchasing stick…
A Comprehensive Graduated Driver Licensing Program Proposed
Allstate Insurance and the National Safety Council put together a report suggesting that an estimated 2,000 teen lives and $13.6 billion could be saved each year if all states enforce a comprehensive graduated driver licensing program (GDL). While GDL programs are officiated in all 50 states, earning a driver’s license in some states are more…
Tips On Teaching Your Teen Safe Driving Skills
It can be a nerve-racking time when your teen wants to get behind the wheel of the car. There are things you can do to make sure your young driver is prepared before they go solo. Consider these tips when teaching your teen how to drive: • The right way to drive: Go over all of…
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