
Teen driving needs to become safer
If it is an exciting rite for adults to get a driving license, it can trigger a parent to be terrifying — for good reason. Teenagers are particularly reckless in their first years of driving. Motor vehicle crashes have been the leading cause of death among young people between 15 and 20. Research shows that over half of those who die during crashes are passengers who most do not wear a seatbelt. Immaturity and a lack of experience contribute to high crash rates among young people. Also, the best teens don’t have experienced judgment. This impacts their knowledge of unsafe conditions and contributes to risky activities such as speeding and tailgating. Teens tend to be at risk, smoking, talking on




