A Guardian's Guide: How To Help Teen Drivers Be Safe

Hello, responsible guardians!

First of all, good for you. Good job researching how you can keep your teen driver safe. We hope we can help both you and your teen feel more confident about hitting the road with these tips.

1. Parent and teen driving rules
2. Parent-Teen Driving Contract template
3. Safe driving vehicle features
4. Apps to track your teen driver
5. Safe teen driving discounts
6. Adding a teen driver to your auto policy

Before you hand your teen the keys, establish some ground rules together to keep them safe. Keep in mind, every teen matures differently and will likely need different rules to help them be a safe driver.

Some rules to consider establishing with your teen driver can include:

• No passengers, especially other teens
• Minimize distractions
• Make a list with your teen of specific things that may distract them (eating, music, phone calls, texting and social media)
• Never drive under the influence of alcohol or any drug. Also, never get in the car with anybody under the influence
• Follow the speed limit
• Require everybody in the car to wear seatbelts
• Be home by a set curfew
• Follow traffic laws and signals

Consider utilizing videos and statistics from reputable safety organizations, like the?National Highway Traffic Safety Administration , to help explain why these rules are important.

Read more:?You Just Got into a Car Accident. Now What?

Create a Parent-Teen Driving Contract using our template

To help your ground rules stick, you can create a Parent-Teen Driving Contract. Your teen will sign the contract to show they understand and agree to the terms of their driving privilege. Driving is a privilege and a responsibility, not a fun activity. To help you get started...

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